Litigation Attorney

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Career progression

Flexible hours

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban seeks a tenacious Litigation Attorney to join its dispute resolution team. You will manage civil and commercial matters from filing to resolution, draft pleadings, conduct discovery, and represent clients in court, mediations, and arbitrations.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of dedicated litigation experience, excellent research, writing and advocacy skills, and solid knowledge of South African court rules.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with at least 5 years of dedicated litigation experience.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex litigation matters.
• Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Familiarity with court rules and procedures in South Africa.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of civil and commercial litigation matters from filing to resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other court documents with precision.
• Conduct legal research, prepare discovery requests and responses, and manage discovery processes.
• Represent clients in court appearances, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Advise clients on litigation strategy and potential outcomes.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Legal research

Court procedures (SA)

Education

Admitted Attorney (South Africa)

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and growing legal practice in Durban , seeks a tenacious and skilled Litigation Attorney to join their thriving dispute resolution department. This role demands a lawyer with a strong courtroom presence and a deep understanding of civil and commercial litigation. You will be responsible for managing cases from inception to conclusion, including drafting pleadings, conducting discovery, and representing clients in various legal forums. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess a passion for achieving favorable outcomes for clients through strategic legal advocacy.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of civil and commercial litigation matters from filing to resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other court documents with precision.
• Conduct legal research, prepare discovery requests and responses, and manage discovery processes.
• Represent clients in court appearances, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Advise clients on litigation strategy and potential outcomes.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney with at least 5 years of dedicated litigation experience.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex litigation matters.
• Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Familiarity with court rules and procedures in South Africa.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• A collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional advancement.
• Exposure to a wide range of challenging litigation cases.
• Flexible working arrangements supporting work-life balance.