Junior Admitted Attorney: Litigation & Debt Collection

Mirna Butler Recruitment; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client, a well-established legal practice in Bloemfontein, is seeking a Junior Admitted Attorney with experience in litigation and collection management to join their professional team. The successful candidate will assist with debt collection and civil litigation while delivering high-quality legal services to clients.

This position rewards a driven attorney who can work independently, manage timelines and files, and contribute to a dynamic legal environment in a busy office.

Qualifications

• Matric and an LLB degree (minimum requirements).
• Admitted Attorney to the High Court.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience.
• Experience in collection management and litigation.
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English (speak, write and read).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and LegalSuite.
• Valid driver's license and own vehicle.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Attend to and manage debt collection matters.
• Prepare and draft the necessary legal documents and court processes.
• Attend to the progression of debt collection matters.
• Attend to matters through the applicable court processes.
• Communicate with clients and attend to client instructions.
• Liaise with opposing attorneys, sheriffs, courts and other relevant parties.
• Attend to settlements and settlement agreements.
• Attend to post-judgment processes where required.
• Ensure that matters are properly diarised and that deadlines are met.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date files.
• Assist the Litigation Department with general civil litigation matters.
• Draft pleadings, notices, affidavits, applications, correspondence and other legal documents.
• Assist with the preparation and progression of litigation matters.
• Attend to matters in the Magistrates' Court, Regional Court and High Court.
• Assist with the preparation of matters for court.
• Conduct legal research where required.
• Attend to client consultations and instructions.
• Liaise with opposing attorneys, advocates, sheriffs, courts and other relevant parties.
• Assist with settlements and settlement agreements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable court rules and procedural requirements.
• Maintain and manage litigation files.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Legal procedures knowledge

Legal research

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Hard-working

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

Admitted Attorney

Tools

Microsoft Office

LegalSuite

Job description

Our client, a well-established legal practice in Bloemfontein, is seeking a Junior Admitted Attorney with experience in litigation and collection management to join their professional team. The successful candidate will assist with debt collection and civil litigation while delivering high-quality legal services to clients.

This position rewards a driven attorney who can work independently, manage timelines and files, and contribute to a dynamic legal environment in a busy office.