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Maroane Attorneys provides expert legal solutions tailored to individuals, businesses, and organizations.

Our dedicated legal professionals specialize in corporate and commercial law, property law, alternative dispute resolution, ICT law, and labour law, ensuring clients receive strategic guidance and robust representation.

We simplify complex legal matters to help you navigate challenges with confidence, offering services such as legal consultation, contract drafting, dispute resolution, and compliance support.

Maroane Attorneys is dedicated to integrity, excellence, and client success, making us your trusted partners in safeguarding your legal interests.

Be part of an innovative, forward-thinking law firm committed to digital transformation.

Work in a fully paperless environment that embraces efficiency and sustainability.

Opportunity to grow and develop within a modern legal practice.

Collaborative culture.

Location: Parktown & Bryanston - Gauteng

Closing Date: Sunday, 09 November 23:59

We are seeking a Debt Collection Attorney to join our dynamic legal team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a portfolio of debt collection matters, providing sound legal advice, and ensuring effective recovery processes in line with applicable legislation and firm standards.

The candidate must ensure timely collection of outstanding customer payments, maintain accurate records of client accounts, and assist in reducing overdue balances in line with company credit policies.

• Handle the full spectrum of debt collection cases, from demand to litigation and enforcement.
• Draft and review legal documents, including summonses, pleadings, and settlement agreements.
• Represent clients in court proceedings and negotiations.
• Advise clients on debt recovery strategies, settlement options, and risk management.
• Maintain accurate records, prepare status reports, and ensure timely communication with clients.
• Liaise with sheriffs, clients, and other stakeholders to ensure efficient case progression.

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree.
• Admission as an Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• Minimum of 2–3 years' post-admission experience.
• 2–3 years' experience in debt collection and litigation.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
• Knowledge of relevant debt recovery laws, National Credit Act, and Magistrates' Court procedures.
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload efficiently and work under pressure.

• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Professional, reliable, and committed to delivering results.
• Right of appearance in the High Court is an advantage.
• Experience working with Excalibur Software is an advantage.
• Strong digital literacy with proficiency in cloud-based platforms, e-signature tools, and virtual collaboration software.
• Time management skills with experience working in a deadline-driven environment.
• Organisational excellence with the ability to manage databases.
• Exceptional negotiation skills, clear and persuasive.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced, technology-driven legal environment.
• Driver's licence and own car are a must.

A competitive salary package will be offered, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Interested candidates are invited to submit a comprehensive CV, cover letter, salary expectations (gross), qualifications and availability on the following application email: application@example.com using the subject line: "Application – Debt Collection Attorney – [Your Surname]". The successful candidate will be working on site, 4 days in Parktown and 1 day in Bryanston. The estimated start date for the role is 1 December (negotiable).

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Contract

Job function: Legal

Industry: Legal Services

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