Senior Remote Litigation Attorney (Civil & Commercial)

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Litigation Attorney to join its entirely remote team in South Africa. You will manage complex civil and commercial matters from inception through resolution, conducting research, drafting pleadings, and representing clients in mediations, arbitrations, and court proceedings.

A high level of autonomy, integrity, and client management is essential for success. The ideal candidate has 7+ years of progressive litigation experience, an LLB, and SA High Court

Qualifications

• LLB degree from a recognized institution.
• Admission as an Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in civil and commercial litigation.
• Proven track record of managing complex litigation from start to finish.
• Extensive experience with court appearances, trials, and ADR.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of complex civil and commercial litigation matters.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and court documents.
• Represent clients in mediations, arbitrations, and court proceedings.
• Develop case strategies and provide expert legal advice to clients.
• Conduct witness examinations and cross-examinations.
• Manage discovery processes, including document review and interrogatories.
• Negotiate settlements and advise clients on settlement options.
• Supervise junior staff and external counsel as needed.
• Stay current with laws and court rules.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Oral advocacy

Research and writing

Client management

Time management in remote work

Education

LLB degree

Admission as Attorney (High Court SA)

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Litigation Attorney to join its entirely remote team in South Africa. You will manage complex civil and commercial matters from inception through resolution, conducting research, drafting pleadings, and representing clients in mediations, arbitrations, and court proceedings.

A high level of autonomy, integrity, and client management is essential for success. The ideal candidate has 7+ years of progressive litigation experience, an LLB, and SA High Court