Legal Consultant

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension contributions

Professional development

Office-based practice

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg seeks a sharp and experienced Legal Consultant to join our busy practice. You will provide comprehensive legal services to a diverse clientele, managing cases from inception to resolution in a professional, office-based setting.

The role requires hands-on knowledge of South African civil and commercial law, a proven litigation track record, and the ability to deliver clear, practical advice to clients.

Qualifications

• Qualified Attorney with a minimum of 6 years of post-admission experience.
• Strong expertise in South African civil and commercial law.
• Proven track record of successful litigation and negotiation.
• Membership in the relevant legal professional body.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on a wide range of legal issues, including corporate, property, and dispute resolution.
• Draft and review contracts, pleadings, and legal opinions.
• Represent clients in court proceedings, arbitrations, and mediations.
• Conduct thorough case preparation, including evidence gathering and witness preparation.
• Maintain client relationships and manage case files diligently.

Skills

Legal expertise

Litigation

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a sharp and experienced Legal Consultant to join their busy practice in Rustenburg . You will be instrumental in providing comprehensive legal services to a diverse clientele, managing cases from inception to resolution. This role requires a hands-on approach, deep legal knowledge, and a commitment to achieving favourable outcomes for clients in a professional, office-based setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on a wide range of legal issues, including but not limited to, corporate law, property law, and dispute resolution.
• Draft and review legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, and legal opinions.
• Represent clients in court proceedings, arbitrations, and mediations.
• Conduct thorough case preparation, including evidence gathering and witness preparation.
• Maintain client relationships and manage case files diligently.

Requirements

• Qualified Attorney with a minimum of 6 years of post-admission experience.
• Strong expertise in South African civil and commercial law.
• Proven track record of successful litigation and negotiation.
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to provide clear, practical legal advice.
• Membership in the relevant legal professional body.

Benefits

• Attractive salary commensurate with experience.
• Exposure to a wide variety of challenging legal cases.
• Professional development and continuing legal education support.
• Opportunity to work within a well-established legal firm.
• Standard benefits including medical aid and pension contributions.