Senior Associate : Litigation - Boutique Law Firm - Sandton

Agc Recruitment Pty Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Associate: Litigation to join their prestigious boutique law firm in Sandton. This role offers the chance to manage a diverse caseload and provide strategic legal advice across various litigation matters. The ideal candidate will be an admitted attorney with a strong background in litigation, capable of conducting comprehensive legal research and drafting a wide range of legal documents. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious litigator to thrive in a dynamic environment while making a significant impact within the firm. If you are ready for your next challenge, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Admitted attorney with 4-6 years of post-qualification experience.
• Strong background in litigation from a large firm.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of litigation matters efficiently.
• Prepare and draft legal documents including pleadings and motions.
• Provide strategic legal advice on various litigation matters.

Skills

Litigation Management

Legal Research

Legal Document Drafting

Client Advisory

Compliance Knowledge

Education

LLB / BA Law / BCom Law

Job description

Our client, a prestigious boutique law firm based in Sandton, is seeking an experienced Senior Associate: Litigation to join their dynamic team.

The successful candidate will manage a diverse caseload of litigation matters across various legal areas, ensuring cases progress efficiently from inception to resolution.

Responsibilities:

1. Monitor deadlines closely to ensure timely filing and court appearances.
2. Conduct comprehensive legal research on relevant statutes, regulations, and case law to inform litigation strategies and provide accurate, well-supported legal advice to clients.
3. Prepare and draft a wide range of legal documents, including but not limited to pleadings, motions, affidavits, discovery requests, and settlement agreements.
4. Ensure compliance with all applicable legal and procedural requirements, including court rules, filing deadlines, and ethical obligations.
5. Oversee administrative tasks related to litigation, including maintaining up-to-date case files, tracking billable hours, and preparing billing statements in line with firm policies.
6. Provide strategic legal advice to clients on a wide range of litigation matters, including contract disputes, personal injury claims, property disputes, labor law issues, and other areas of civil and criminal litigation.

Key Requirements:

1. Admitted attorney with an LLB / BA Law / BCom Law degree.
2. 4-6 years PQE.
3. Strong background in litigation from a large firm.
4. In-depth knowledge of High Court and Magistrates Court processes.
5. Criminal law experience beneficial.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and skilled litigator to make a significant impact within a growing boutique firm while advancing their career in a dynamic and supportive environment. If you meet the above requirements and are ready for your next challenge, apply online.

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