State Advocate - Johannesburg

National Prosecuting Authority; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agency in the legal field is looking for a State Advocate in Johannesburg. This role includes acting as an Attorney for the Asset Forfeiture Unit, managing civil litigation, and addressing constitutional issues. Candidates should possess an LLB and at least five years of legal experience, demonstrating independence and professionalism in their legal work.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years post-qualification legal experience.
• Admitted as an Attorney in terms of the Attorney Act 53 of 1979.
• Right of appearance per NPA Act, section 25(2) required.

Responsibilities

• Act as Attorney for the Asset Forfeiture Unit.
• Attend to diverse types of civil litigation including appeals.
• Deal with litigation issues in the Constitutional Court, draft agreements.

Skills

Independently competent

Professional accountability

Credibility

Education

LLB or equivalent legal qualification

Job description

Job title : State Advocate - Johannesburg

Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg Deadline : August 01, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification.
• At least five years post qualification legal experience.
• Demonstrable competency in acting independently, professionally, Accountable and with Credibility.
• Right of appearance as contemplated in section 25(2) of the NPA Act, 32 of 1998.
• Admitted as an Attorney in terms of the Attorney Act 53 of 1979.

DUTIES :

• Act as Attorney for the Asset Forfeiture Unit. Execute tasks that by law must be performed by Attorneys.
• Attend to diverse types of civil litigation in the High Court, Magistrate Courts as well as appeals from these courts, including appeals to the Supreme Court of Appeal.
• Deal with constitutional issues, including litigation in the Constitutional Court. Draft and / or settle all types of agreements render legal opinions, draft and move applications.
• Attend to queries from curators on litigation of Asset Forfeiture matters. Collect all taxed bills of all costs in favour of the state.