Senior Litigations Attorney – AESLA

Armstrong Appointments; Durban; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent South African law firm is searching for a Senior Litigations Attorney with a proven track record in commercial and general litigation. Applicants should possess an LLB or master's degree in law and at least seven years of experience post-admission. This role offers the opportunity to work with blue-chip clients and engage in significant litigation matters.

Qualifications

• Admitted attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• At least 7 years post-admission experience in litigation.
• Solid experience in commercial litigation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage legal cases and conduct legal research.
• Communicate with clients and prepare pleadings.
• Negotiate settlements and represent clients in trials.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Client communication

Legal research

Negotiation

Trial preparation

Education

LLB or master’s degree in law

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic and loyal Senior Litigations Attorney with a great track record to join a full service South African law firm.

Main job function
• Case Management
• Legal Research
• Client Communication
• Pleadings and Motions
• Discovery
• Negotiation and Settlement
• Trial Preparation and Representation
• Appeals

Qualifications
LLB or master’s degree in law.

Experience/Criteria
An admitted attorney of the High Court of South Africa with at least 7 yeas post admission experience or post articles experience. Solid experience in commercial litigation and general litigation (with preference given to candidates who have experience in commercial litigation matters. Must have extremely good work ethic and able to engage with blue chip clients.

A Consultant will be in touch if you are shortlisted for the position. Please consider your application unsuccessful should you not have been contacted within 2 weeks. We will keep your CV on our database and contact you should you match the criteria of any other vacancies.