Junior Legal Associate: In-Office, Mentored Litigation

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

On-the-job training

Career progression

Annual leave

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a motivated Junior Legal Associate to join our in-office legal team in Rustenburg, North West. You will support senior litigators with legal research, file management, and document preparation, gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment.

This role targets recent law graduates or early-career professionals seeking to build a foundation in litigation, with mentorship and growth opportunities within the firm in the North West province.

Qualifications

• LLB degree required.
• Articles completed or candidate attorney status.
• Strong civil litigation knowledge in SA.
• Excellent research and writing skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive legal research using various databases and resources.
• Assist in drafting pleadings, motions, affidavits, and other court documents.
• Organize and manage case files, ensuring accuracy and up-to-date documentation.
• Support attorneys during trials, hearings, and client meetings.
• Liaise with clients, courts, and other legal professionals as directed.
• Prepare summaries of evidence and witness statements.
• Assist with discovery processes, including document review and production.
• Monitor legal developments and case law relevant to ongoing litigation.
• Provide administrative support to the legal department as needed.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Time management

Team player

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

Articles of clerkship

Candidate attorney/advisor admission

Tools

MS Office

Legal research platforms

Job description

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a motivated Junior Legal Associate to join our in-office legal team in Rustenburg, North West. You will support senior litigators with legal research, file management, and document preparation, gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment.

This role targets recent law graduates or early-career professionals seeking to build a foundation in litigation, with mentorship and growth opportunities within the firm in the North West province.