Litigation Associate: Path to Partnership & Mentorship

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Medical insurance

Pension plan

Professional development

Mentorship

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting a prestigious law firm in Sandton to recruit an Associate Attorney for its litigation department. This in-office role involves managing caseloads, advising clients, and contributing to complex litigation strategies within a professional, collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate is an admitted attorney with at least 3 years of post-qualification experience in litigation, with a strong academic record and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with a minimum of 3 years of post-qualification experience in litigation.
• Strong academic record.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and case management software.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned litigation cases from inception through resolution.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and other court documents.
• Represent clients in court hearings, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Interview clients and witnesses, gather evidence, and prepare case strategies.
• Collaborate with senior partners and other attorneys on complex legal matters.

Skills

Litigation

Communication

Tools

Legal research tools

Case management software

Job description

Placements24 is assisting a prestigious law firm in Sandton to recruit an Associate Attorney for its litigation department. This in-office role involves managing caseloads, advising clients, and contributing to complex litigation strategies within a professional, collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate is an admitted attorney with at least 3 years of post-qualification experience in litigation, with a strong academic record and excellent communication skills.