Real Estate Attorney

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Supportive work environment

High-profile matters

Job summary

Placements24, a leading legal recruitment client in Kimberley, is seeking an experienced Real Estate Attorney to join their practice. The role focuses on providing expert counsel on a wide range of real estate transactions and related litigation, supporting developers, investors, and financial institutions in the Northern Cape.

The ideal candidate is admitted with a valid practicing certificate and brings at least 5 years of real estate law experience, with strong drafting, negotiation, and

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with a valid practicing certificate.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience specializing in real estate law.
• In-depth knowledge of property law, contract law, and related legal frameworks in South Africa.
• Proven experience in drafting and negotiating complex real estate agreements.
• Strong analytical, research, and advocacy skills.
• Excellent client management and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on all legal aspects of real estate transactions, including purchase and sale agreements, zoning, and land use.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial and residential leases, financing documents, and development agreements.
• Conduct legal due diligence on properties, including title searches and examination.
• Represent clients in real estate litigation, dispute resolution, and administrative proceedings when necessary.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, provincial, and local real estate laws and regulations.
• Manage a caseload efficiently and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Real estate law

Property law

Contract law

Drafting

Negotiation

Litigation

Client management

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious law firm, is seeking an experienced Real Estate Attorney to join their practice in Kimberley . This role involves providing expert legal counsel on a wide range of real estate transactions, including property acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, financing, and development. You will represent clients, including developers, investors, and financial institutions, navigating complex legal landscapes. This is a critical position for a legal professional with a strong background in property law to contribute to a respected firm and serve clients in the Northern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on all legal aspects of real estate transactions, including purchase and sale agreements, zoning, and land use.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial and residential leases, financing documents, and development agreements.
• Conduct legal due diligence on properties, including title searches and examination.
• Represent clients in real estate litigation, dispute resolution, and administrative proceedings when necessary.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, provincial, and local real estate laws and regulations.
• Manage a caseload efficiently and maintain strong client relationships.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney with a valid practicing certificate.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience specializing in real estate law .
• In-depth knowledge of property law, contract law, and related legal frameworks in South Africa .
• Proven experience in drafting and negotiating complex real estate agreements.
• Strong analytical, research, and advocacy skills.
• Excellent client management and communication abilities.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile and complex real estate matters.
• Professional development and continuing legal education support.
• A collegial and supportive work environment within a leading law firm.
• Significant contribution to the legal services landscape in Kimberley .