Junior Attorney — Commercial Litigation Focus

Johan Coetzee Incorporated; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

GMI Attorneys is seeking a dynamic Junior Attorney with 1–2 years post‑admission experience to join the firm in Pretoria. The role emphasizes commercial litigation, with exposure to regulatory bodies, state‑owned enterprises and financial sector matters as an advantageous asset.

Primary duties include managing commercial litigation from inception to finalisation, drafting pleadings and notices, conducting legal research, and appearing in court when required.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years post- admission experience in law
• Solid foundation in litigation and commercial matters
• Exposure to regulatory institutions, state owned enterprises and financial sector matters is advantageous

Responsibilities

• Manage and assist with commercial litigation matters from inception to finalisation
• Draft pleadings, notices, affidavits, heads of argument and correspondence
• Conduct legal research and provide written legal opinions
• Appear in court where appropriate
• Brief and liaise with advocates and correspondents
• Engage with clients and provide professional legal advice
• Assist with regulatory and compliance-related matters
• Manage files independently under supervision
• Ensure adherence to court rules and internal deadlines

Skills

Litigation

Legal Research

Drafting Pleadings

Court Appearance

Regulatory/Compliance

Client Liaison

File Management

Time Management

Education

LLB or equivalent

Tools

Legal Research Tools

Job description

GMI Attorneys is seeking a dynamic Junior Attorney with 1–2 years post‑admission experience to join the firm in Pretoria. The role emphasizes commercial litigation, with exposure to regulatory bodies, state‑owned enterprises and financial sector matters as an advantageous asset.

Primary duties include managing commercial litigation from inception to finalisation, drafting pleadings and notices, conducting legal research, and appearing in court when required.