State Advocate - DPP : Johannesburg

National Prosecuting Authority; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 40 000 - 80 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated State Advocate to join their dynamic team in Johannesburg. This role demands a legal professional with an LLB degree and at least five years of post-qualification experience. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting criminal proceedings, drafting essential court documents, and representing the State in various courts. With a focus on community involvement and customer satisfaction, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact within the criminal justice system. If you are passionate about justice and have a proven track record in litigation, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of post-qualification legal experience.
• Competency in acting independently and professionally.

Responsibilities

• Conduct criminal proceedings and draft court documents.
• Represent the State in all courts and prepare cases for court.
• Lead and cross-examine witnesses during trials.

Skills

Legal Research

Litigation

Prosecutorial Skills

Case Management

Education

LLB Degree

Job description

Job Title: State Advocate - DPP: Johannesburg

Job Location: Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline: May 08, 2025

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Requirements:

• An LLB degree or equivalent legal qualification suitable for serving prosecutors seeking promotion. Right of appearance as contemplated in section 25(2) of the NPA Act, 32 of 1998.
• At least five (5) years of post-qualification legal experience. Demonstrable competency in acting independently, professionally, responsibly, and credibly.
• Extensive prosecutorial or litigation experience related to common law offences such as fraud, theft, forgery, uttering, commercial crimes, and related matters.

Duties:

• Study and guide investigations in case dockets. Decide on the institution of and conduct criminal proceedings. Draft charge sheets, indictments, and other court documents.
• Represent the State in all courts. Prepare cases for court, including acquiring additional evidence and drafting charge sheets and indictments.
• Present the State’s case in court, lead and cross-examine witnesses, address the court on conviction and sentencing, study appeals and reviews. Attend to representations, prepare opinions and heads of arguments, and argue cases in the appropriate court.
• Appear in court for motion applications related to criminal matters and conduct prosecutions on behalf of the state. Perform all duties in accordance with the code of conduct policy and directives of the NPA.
• Promote partner integration, community involvement, and customer satisfaction in conjunction with partners in the criminal justice system.