Junior Commercial Litigation Associate

Placements24; Centurion; In loco; ZAR 300.000 - 420.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive entry-level salary

Medical aid and pension fund benefits

Mentorship program

Career advancement opportunities

Professional development courses

Centurion location

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 in Centurion is seeking a junior Commercial Litigation Associate to join their legal team. This early-career role provides hands-on experience across a broad range of commercial disputes, with close collaboration with senior attorneys and exposure to case prep, research, and client interactions.

You will assist in pleadings and court documents, conduct legal research, and support discovery and witness preparation, all in a collegial, growth-focused environment.

Competenze

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court with 1–3 years of post-admission experience in commercial litigation.
• Strong academic record and civil procedure understanding.
• Excellent research, writing and oral advocacy skills.
• Proficiency with legal databases and standard office software.
• Eagerness to learn and work well in a team.

Mansioni

• Assist in preparation of pleadings, applications and court documents.
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis on complex litigation matters.
• Support senior lawyers in discovery, evidence gathering and witness preparation.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel and court officials.
• Attend court hearings, mediations and other dispute resolution proceedings.

Conoscenze

Legal research

Writing

Oral advocacy

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Formazione

Admitted Attorney of the High Court

Strumenti

Legal research databases

Office software

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client is seeking a driven and meticulous Junior Commercial Litigation Associate to join their esteemed legal practice in Centurion . This position offers an excellent opportunity for an early-career lawyer to gain hands-on experience in a wide array of commercial disputes. You will work closely with senior associates and partners, playing an integral role in case preparation, legal research, and client interaction. The firm is committed to fostering professional growth and provides a supportive environment for associates to develop their litigation skills and build a successful career in dispute resolution.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of pleadings, applications, and other court documents.


• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis on complex litigation matters.


• Support senior lawyers in discovery, evidence gathering, and witness preparation.


• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court officials.


• Attend court hearings, mediations, and other dispute resolution proceedings.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court with 1-3 years of post-admission experience in commercial litigation .


• Strong academic record and a solid understanding of civil procedure.


• Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.


• Proficiency in legal research databases and standard office software.


• Eagerness to learn, strong work ethic, and ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary with regular reviews.


• Comprehensive medical aid and pension fund benefits.


• Structured mentorship program and opportunities for career advancement.


• Professional development courses and conference attendance support.


• Collaborative and collegial work environment in a prime Centurion location.