Personal Injury Associate Attorney

Watershed Consulting; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic law firm in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Personal Injury Associate Attorney. The candidate must possess a solid foundation in personal injury litigation, focusing on medical malpractice and Road Accident Fund (RAF) matters. Responsibilities include managing litigation cases, conducting legal research, and maintaining client relationships. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 2 years' relevant experience and completed articles of clerkship. This position offers a competitive salary package and requires excellent negotiation skills for settlements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of post-admission experience in personal injury litigation.
• Experience in managing complex medical malpractice and RAF claims is essential.
• Successful completion of articles of clerkship.

Responsibilities

• Manage diverse personal injury caseload from inception to resolution.
• Conduct thorough legal research on medical malpractice and RAF legislation.
• Maintain and develop client relationships with clear legal advice.
• Represent clients in various courts for trials and hearings.
• Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel and entities.

Skills

Client Management

Excel

SAP

Complex Litigation

Legal Research

Education

Articles of clerkship at a reputable personal injury law firm

Tools

Legal Research Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP Software

Job description

Personal Injury Associate Attorney

Location: Cape Town

Salary: A competitive salary package

Start Date: ASAP

Job Description

A dynamic and well-established law firm is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Personal Injury Associate Attorney to join their team in Cape Town. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in personal injury litigation, with specific expertise in complex medical malpractice and Road Accident Fund (RAF) matters.

Key Requirements

• Experience: A minimum of 2 years of post-admission experience in personal injury litigation is required.
• Specialized Focus: Demonstrable expertise and hands-on experience in managing and litigating both medical malpractice and Road Accident Fund (RAF) claims are essential.
• Articles: Must have successfully completed articles of clerkship at a reputable personal injury law firm.

Core Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for handling a diverse caseload, including but not limited to:

• Litigation Management: Taking full ownership of personal injury files from inception through to final resolution, including drafting pleadings, preparing court documents, and managing trial preparation.
• Legal Research: Conducting thorough legal research and analysis related to medical malpractice, RAF legislation, and case law.
• Client Management: Maintaining excellent client relationships, providing clear and timely legal advice, and attending consultations.
• Court Appearances: Representing clients in various forums, including Magistrates' Courts and High Courts, for applications, pre-trials, and trials.
• Negotiation & Settlement: Engaging in effective settlement negotiations, mediations, and arbitrations with opposing counsel and relevant entities (e.g., the RAF, medical insurers).

Skillset Required

• Client Management
• Vat
• Excel
• Sap