Senior Associate

Deka Minas (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Exposure to high-profile cases

Job summary

Deka Minas (Pty) Ltd in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior Associate to lead and manage complex litigation across magistrates' courts and the High Court.

You will work independently and with teams to provide strategic legal advice, and navigate High Court Rules, Caselines, and Court Online.

This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, exposure to high-profile cases, and a competitive salary package.

Qualifications

• 6 to 8 years of post-qualification legal experience.
• Proven litigation skills at magistrates’ courts and the High Court.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Familiarity with High Court Rules, Caselines, and Court Online.
• Right of appearance at the High Court.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage litigation cases in magistrates’ courts and the High Court, demonstrating proven litigation skills.
• Work independently and collaboratively to deliver strategic legal advice to clients.
• Handle court procedures using High Court Rules, Caselines, and Court Online efficiently.
• Represent clients with the right of appearance at the High Court.
• Contribute to the firm’s reputation through excellent client service and legal expertise.

Skills

Litigation

Court procedures

Independent work

Team collaboration

Tools

Caselines

Court Online

Job description

Are you ready to make a significant impact in the legal sector by providing expert legal solutions and guiding complex litigations? An established South African law firm, known for its commitment to delivering practical, results-driven legal services across multiple disciplines including commercial law, litigation, and forensic investigations, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Associate to join their dynamic team in Gauteng.

What You'll Do:

• Lead and manage litigation cases in magistrates’ courts and the High Court, demonstrating proven litigation skills.
• Work independently and collaboratively to deliver strategic legal advice to clients.
• Handle court procedures using High Court Rules, Caselines, and Court Online efficiently.
• Represent clients with the right of appearance at the High Court.
• Contribute to the firm’s reputation through excellent client service and legal expertise.

Requirements:

• 6 to 8 years of post-qualification legal experience.
• Proven litigation skills at magistrates’ courts and the High Court.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Familiarity with High Court Rules, Caselines, and Court Online.
• Right of appearance at the High Court.

Nice to Have:

• Additional experience in commercial law, dispute resolution, or forensic investigations is advantageous.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package ranging from R800,000 to R1,200,000 per year (Cost to Company), with negotiability.
• Opportunity to work in a hybrid setting, balancing office presence with flexible remote work.
• Exposure to high-profile cases and a collaborative professional environment.