Junior Associate - Litigation

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Structured professional development

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Mentorship

Job summary

Placements24 invites applications for a Junior Associate in Litigation in Queenstown. The role targets newly admitted practitioners eager to develop skills under senior attorneys, handling civil and commercial matters across the litigation lifecycle from pleadings to court appearances.

The position emphasizes growth in discovery, legal research, drafting, and client preparation for mediations and hearings within a supportive Eastern Cape firm network.

Qualifications

• Admitted attorney of the High Court of SA with up-to-date practicing status.
• 1–3 years of experience in a litigation-focused role.
• Strong understanding of civil procedure and court rules.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting pleadings, applications and other court documents.
• Conduct legal research and draft opinions on civil and commercial litigation.
• Manage discovery processes and document reviews.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting pleadings

Litigation support

Analytical skills

Education

Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa

Tools

Legal research databases

Case management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an ambitious and detail-oriented Junior Associate with a keen interest in Litigation to join their established law firm in Queenstown . This is an exceptional opportunity for a newly admitted legal practitioner to develop their skills in handling diverse civil and commercial litigation matters under the guidance of experienced senior attorneys. You will be involved in all stages of the litigation process, from initial case assessment and drafting pleadings to discovery and court appearances. The role is based in our offices in Queenstown , offering a supportive environment for professional growth within the Eastern Cape legal community.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of pleadings, applications, and other court documents.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal opinions on various aspects of civil and commercial litigation .
• Manage discovery processes, including document review and requests for information.
• Prepare clients for consultations, mediations, and settlement negotiations.
• Attend court hearings, motion courts, and case management conferences.
• Support senior litigators in trial preparation and execution.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• 1-3 years of experience in a litigation -focused role.
• Strong understanding of civil procedure and rules of court.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in legal research databases and case management software.
• A strong work ethic and commitment to professional development in Queenstown .

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary and structured professional development program.
• Opportunity to gain extensive experience in various areas of litigation .Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Mentorship from senior legal professionals within the firm.
• A collaborative and professional work environment in Queenstown .