Remote Commercial Litigation Attorney

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Remote work

Tech provided

Health benefits

Challenging cases

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Attorney to join a law firm on a fully remote basis with a connection to Pretoria. The role targets a seasoned litigator who handles complex disputes and arbitrations from inception to conclusion while maintaining strong client relationships remotely.

The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience, be admitted to the High Court of South Africa, and excel in research, drafting pleadings, and oral advocacy in a flexible,

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in commercial litigation.
• Proven track record in managing and resolving complex disputes.
• Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Proficient with remote work technologies and maintaining client communication remotely.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of complex commercial litigation matters, including contractual disputes and regulatory challenges.
• Conduct thorough legal research, analysis and strategy development for each case.
• Draft pleadings, motions, affidavits, and other court documents with precision.
• Represent clients in court appearances, arbitrations, mediations, and settlement negotiations.
• Advise clients on legal risks and dispute resolution strategies.

Skills

Commercial litigation

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Client communication

Education

Admitted Attorney of the High Court of SA

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Attorney to join their law firm on a fully remote basis, with a connection to Pretoria. This position is ideal for a seasoned litigator who excels in handling complex commercial disputes and arbitration proceedings. You will manage cases from inception to conclusion, conducting legal research, drafting pleadings, and representing clients in various forums. The role demands a high degree of autonomy, excellent case management skills, and the ability to maintain strong client relationships remotely. This is a fantastic opportunity to practice law within a forward-thinking firm that embraces flexible working arrangements and values expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of complex commercial litigation matters, including contractual disputes, shareholder disagreements, and regulatory challenges.
• Conduct thorough legal research, analysis, and strategy development for each case.
• Draft pleadings, motions, affidavits, and other court documents with precision.
• Represent clients in court appearances, arbitrations, mediations, and settlement negotiations.
• Advise clients on legal risks and strategies for dispute resolution.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience specifically in commercial litigation.
• Proven track record of successfully managing and resolving complex disputes.
• Exceptional research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Proficiency in remote work technologies and a commitment to maintaining effective client communication remotely.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and a profit-sharing bonus structure.
• Fully remote work flexibility , allowing you to work from anywhere.
• Provision of necessary technology and software for remote practice.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Opportunities to handle significant and challenging litigation cases.