Senior Litigation Attorney

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Life insurance

Pension fund

Professional development

Executive bonus

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Senior Litigation Attorney to lead litigation efforts in Stellenbosch. The role requires strategic thinking, managing complex disputes from inception to resolution, and representing the company in court, arbitration, and mediation.

The candidate will develop case strategies, supervise junior staff, and advise senior management on litigation risks in a prestigious Cape Winelands setting.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court with at least 8 years of substantial litigation experience.
• Demonstrated success in handling civil and commercial litigation matters.
• Excellent courtroom advocacy and persuasive negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and conduct complex litigation from inception to resolution.
• Develop case strategies and advise senior management on risks.
• Represent the company in court, arbitrations, and mediations.

Skills

Litigation

Courtroom advocacy

Negotiation

Leadership

Legal research

Education

Admission as Attorney of the High Court

Tools

Case management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Litigation Attorney to lead their litigation efforts based in Stellenbosch . This senior role demands a strategic thinker with a proven history of successfully managing complex legal disputes from inception through resolution. You will be responsible for representing the company in court, arbitration, and mediation, developing case strategies, and overseeing junior legal staff. This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity for an experienced litigator to make a significant impact within a respected organization in the heart of the Cape Winelands, upholding the company's legal interests with expertise and conviction.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and conduct all aspects of complex litigation, including discovery, motion practice, and trial.
• Develop effective legal strategies and arguments for diverse dispute resolution forums.
• Represent the company in court proceedings, arbitrations, and mediations.
• Draft pleadings, briefs, and other legal documents with precision and clarity.
• Advise senior management on litigation risks and potential outcomes.
• Supervise and mentor junior attorneys and paralegals involved in litigation matters.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court with at least 8 years of substantial litigation experience.
• Demonstrated success in handling a variety of civil and commercial litigation cases.
• Excellent courtroom advocacy and persuasive negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Proven leadership and team management capabilities.
• Proficiency in legal research and case management software.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical aid, life insurance, and pension fund.
• Generous provision for professional development and continuing legal education.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile cases in a prestigious location like Stellenbosch .
• A professional and intellectually stimulating work environment.