Rising Junior Attorney: Litigation & Drafting Pro

Vilama - Business, Hr And Tax Consulting; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Johannesburg is looking for an Operations Manager with a strong legal background. The role involves assisting attorneys, attending court, and drafting legal documents. The ideal candidate must have an LLB degree, completed Articles, a right of appearance in the High Court, and experience with litigation. This position requires attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• Must have a right of appearance in the High Court.
• Experience in 3rd party claims and general litigation is mandatory.
• Driver's license and own car are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist Senior Attorneys with legal matter processing.
• Attend court appearances and file legal documents.
• Draft pleadings and legal correspondence.
• Conduct research on draft legislation related to cases.

Skills

Attention to detail

Demonstrable written and verbal English

Knowledge of Court Process

Good communication and coordination skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to prioritize tasks

Education

LLB Degree

Completed Articles

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Job description

A leading consulting firm in Johannesburg is looking for an Operations Manager with a strong legal background. The role involves assisting attorneys, attending court, and drafting legal documents. The ideal candidate must have an LLB degree, completed Articles, a right of appearance in the High Court, and experience with litigation. This position requires attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently.