Litigation Attorney

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Hybrid work

Professional growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Litigation Attorney for a Paarl-based practice offering a hybrid work model with office and remote flexibility. You will manage civil litigation matters from inception to conclusion, including pleadings, discovery, motions, and trial preparation, while advising clients and maintaining detailed case records.

The ideal candidate has at least 6 years of civil litigation experience, strong procedural knowledge, and excellent drafting and negotiation skills, in a

Qualifications

• AdmittedAttorney with a minimum of 6 years of litigation experience.
• Demonstrated success in managing a diverse range of civil litigation matters.
• Strong knowledge of civil procedure rules and evidence law.
• Excellent advocacy, negotiation, and drafting skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple deadlines.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and case management software, with adaptability to hybrid work.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of civil litigation cases, including client consultations, case strategy development, and pleadings preparation.
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to build strong arguments for case preparation.
• Handle discovery processes, including drafting interrogatories, requests for production, and managing responses.
• Prepare and argue motions, attend pre-trial conferences, and represent clients in court.
• Negotiate settlements and mediate disputes where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and organized case files and document all client communications and actions.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Litigation Attorney to join their esteemed practice in Paarl . This role operates under a hybrid model , allowing for a combination of office-based work and remote flexibility. You will manage a caseload of civil litigation matters from inception to conclusion, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation. This position is suited for a legal professional passionate about advocacy and client representation within a supportive, yet demanding, legal environment in the heart of the Cape Winelands.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of civil litigation cases, including client consultations, case strategy development, and pleadings preparation.
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to build strong arguments for case preparation.
• Handle discovery processes, including drafting interrogatories, requests for production, and managing responses.
• Prepare and argue motions, attend pre-trial conferences, and represent clients in court.
• Negotiate settlements and mediate disputes where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and organized case files and document all client communications and actions.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney with a minimum of 6 years of litigation experience.
• Demonstrated success in managing a diverse range of civil litigation matters.
• Strong knowledge of civil procedure rules and evidence law.
• Excellent advocacy, negotiation, and drafting skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple deadlines.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and case management software, with adaptability to hybrid work .

Benefits

• Competitive annual remuneration package.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements promoting work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in litigation.
• Contribution towards medical aid and a retirement fund.
• A collegial and professional working environment.