Rustenburg Junior Litigation Associate: Mentored, Hands-On

Placements24; Rustenburg; Presencial; ZAR 240.000 - 360.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive starting salary

Medical aid

Provident fund

Mentorship and professional growth

Rustenburg office

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Rustenburg is seeking a Junior Litigation Associate to support a busy litigation team. You will assist with research, drafting, and case management under the guidance of senior attorneys. A newly qualified or early-career lawyer with a passion for litigation is ideal.

Requirements include an LLB degree and admission as an attorney or advocate. Residency or willingness to relocate to Rustenburg is expected.

Formación

• LLB degree is required and admission as an attorney or advocate is essential.
• Strong legal research, analytical reasoning, and drafting abilities.
• Excellent written and spoken communication and client interaction skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to relocate to Rustenburg and maintain office presence.

Responsabilidades

• Assist in preparing and filing court documents, pleadings, and applications.
• Conduct thorough legal research on case law, statutes, and regulations.
• Gather and organize evidence, including witness statements and exhibits.
• Draft legal correspondence, affidavits, and opinions under supervision.
• Attend court hearings, conferences, and client meetings with senior counsel.
• Support discovery processes and manage case files and deadlines.

Conocimientos

Legal research

Analytical skills

Legal drafting

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Educación

LLB degree

Admission as Attorney/Advocate

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 in Rustenburg is seeking a Junior Litigation Associate to support a busy litigation team. You will assist with research, drafting, and case management under the guidance of senior attorneys. A newly qualified or early-career lawyer with a passion for litigation is ideal.

Requirements include an LLB degree and admission as an attorney or advocate. Residency or willingness to relocate to Rustenburg is expected.