Upington Commercial Litigation Associate: High Stakes

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical aid

Retirement funding

Professional development

Work-life balance

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate for a distinguished firm in Upington, Northern Cape. The role involves handling all stages of complex commercial disputes, from initial assessment to trial and settlements, with emphasis on advocacy and strategic client service.

The ideal candidate is admitted to the High Court of SA with at least 3 years PQE in commercial litigation, strong research and drafting skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team in

Qualifikationen

• Proven ability to perform high‑quality legal research and writing.
• Excellent oral advocacy and court appearance skills.
• Strong ability to manage multiple commercial litigation matters.
• Solid knowledge of SA civil procedure and evidence rules.
• Team player with client‑focused ethics and professionalism.

Aufgaben

• Manage commercial litigation matters from pleadings to trial and settlement.
• Represent clients in court, arbitration, and mediation proceedings.
• Conduct thorough legal research and issue spotting for complex disputes.
• Interview clients and witnesses and gather evidence for strategy.
• Negotiate settlements and advise clients on risks and outcomes.
• Collaborate with partners, senior associates and support staff.
• Ensure compliance with procedural rules and ethical standards.

Kenntnisse

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Caseload management

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate for a distinguished firm in Upington, Northern Cape. The role involves handling all stages of complex commercial disputes, from initial assessment to trial and settlements, with emphasis on advocacy and strategic client service.

The ideal candidate is admitted to the High Court of SA with at least 3 years PQE in commercial litigation, strong research and drafting skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team in