Professional Assistant

Pronel Personnel; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Pietermaritzburg is seeking a proactive Professional Assistant for its civil litigation department. Ideal for attorneys with 2+ years’ post-articles experience, this role offers exposure to various litigation matters and supports career advancement within a dedicated legal team.

Qualifications

• Admitted as an Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• Minimum 2 years’ post-articles experience in civil litigation.
• Proven ability to independently manage a case portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Handle a variety of civil litigation matters in both Magistrate’s and High Court.
• Draft pleadings, notices, and manage case preparation.
• Attend court appearances and client consultations.

Skills

Legal drafting

Negotiation

Courtroom skills

Communication

Organisational abilities

Education

LLB degree

Job description

About the Role

A reputable Pietermaritzburg law firm seeks a proactive, dedicated Professional Assistant to join its civil litigation department. This position offers hands-on exposure to a wide range of litigation matters and is ideal for attorneys with at least 2 years’ post-articles experience who wish to advance their careers within a supportive legal team.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle a variety of civil litigation matters in both Magistrate’s and High Court
• Draft pleadings, notices, opinions, and legal correspondence
• Conduct legal research, manage case preparation, and provide trial advocacy support
• Consult with clients, deliver high-quality legal advice, and manage client relationships
• Brief and liaise with counsel when necessary
• Attend court appearances, settlement negotiations, and pre-trial conferences
• Maintain accurate case records and report on matter progress

Requirements

• LLB degree and admitted as an Attorney of the High Court of South Africa
• Minimum 2 years’ post-articles experience in civil litigation
• Proven ability to independently manage a case portfolio
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and courtroom skills
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities

Suitable applications can be emailed to [e-mail]

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted