Senior Litigation Associate

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + bonus structure

Fully remote working arrangement

Health, dental & vision insurance

Home office expense allowance

Professional development budget

Challenging high-profile cases

Collaborative virtual team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Litigation Associate for a remote-first role. You will manage complex litigation from inception to conclusion, advising diverse clients and spearheading case strategy.

The ideal candidate possesses 8+ years in litigation, deep knowledge of civil procedure and evidence rules, and excellent advocacy and leadership abilities. Flexible remote work and high-profile matters are offered nationwide within South Africa.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with a minimum of 8 years in litigation.
• Proven expertise in managing high-value and complex disputes.
• Strong command of civil procedure, evidence law, and court rules.
• Excellent client service, communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex litigation cases across diverse legal disciplines.
• Develop case strategies, conduct thorough legal research, draft pleadings and motions.
• Represent clients in court, arbitrations and mediations.
• Examine witnesses and present arguments effectively.
• Negotiate settlements and draft settlement agreements.
• Supervise junior associates and paralegals, providing mentorship.

Skills

Advocacy skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Analytical ability

Tools

e-discovery tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Litigation Associate to join their prestigious firm, offering a remote-first working environment. This role involves managing complex litigation matters from initiation to conclusion, representing a diverse clientele. You will be responsible for strategic case planning, evidence gathering, court appearances, and negotiation of settlements. The successful candidate will possess excellent advocacy skills, a strong command of legal procedure, and a commitment to delivering high-quality legal services from wherever they are based, contributing to the firm's success in Gauteng and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex litigation cases across various legal disciplines.
• Develop case strategies, conduct thorough legal research, and prepare pleadings and motions.
• Represent clients in court, arbitrations, and mediations.
• Conduct examinations of witnesses and present arguments effectively.
• Negotiate settlements and draft settlement agreements.
• Supervise junior associates and paralegals, providing guidance and mentorship.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney with a minimum of 8 years of extensive experience in litigation .
• Proven expertise in managing high-value and complex legal disputes.
• Deep understanding of court rules, civil procedure, and evidence law.
• Exceptional analytical, strategic thinking, and advocacy skills.
• Proficiency in legal research platforms and e-discovery tools.
• Excellent communication, client service, and leadership abilities.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure reflecting seniority and performance.
• Fully remote working arrangement providing ultimate flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Allowance for home office expenses and professional development budget.
• Opportunity to work on challenging and high-profile cases.
• A supportive, collaborative virtual team culture that values professional growth.