Property & Litigation Attorney

Persona Staff; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Cape Town seeks an experienced Admitted Attorney specializing in property law to manage debt collection, represent clients in court, and provide legal advice. Candidates must hold an LLB degree and have a minimum of 25 years of post-admission experience in conveyancing. The role involves drafting important legal documents and liaising with various stakeholders. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in property and conveyancing law.
• Knowledge of Deeds Office procedures.
• Ability to draft legal agreements and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full debt collection process.
• Prepare and submit all legal notices and court documentation.
• Representing the company in court hearings.

Skills

Debts management

Negotiation

Legal documentation

Property law

Court representation

Education

LLB degree

Admitted Attorney of the High Court

Job description

Responsibilities

• Draft summons and letters of demand
• Manage the full debt collection process
• Negotiate settlements
• Represent the company in court matters related to debt
• Handle eviction proceedings under the PIE Act
• Prepare and submit all legal notices and court documentation
• Representing the company in court hearings
• Prepare documentation for tribunal cases
• Represent the company at hearings
• Draft settlement agreements if needed
• Bond cancellations
• Property transfers
• Drafting and reviewing contracts, deeds, and related documentation
• Liaising with banks, Deeds Office, and stakeholders
• Sectional title schemes
• Body corporate matters
• General property law advice

Requirements

• LLB degree
• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa
• Minimum 25 years post-admission experience in property / conveyancing law
• Deeds Office procedures and property registration
• Contract law, property law, and relevant legislation (SPLUMA, FICA, CPA)
• Experience drafting letters of demand and managing compliance matters