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Associate Attorney (Commercial & Litigation)
Job summary
A boutique law firm in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to handle commercial and litigation matters. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience, strong drafting skills, and a commitment to client service. This position requires independence, teamwork, and the ability to manage diverse legal cases. A competitive remuneration package will be offered based on experience and qualifications.
Qualifications
- At least 5 years' post-admission experience in commercial law and litigation.
- Proven ability to draft high-quality legal documents.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple matters.
Responsibilities
- Manage and execute diverse caseload of commercial and litigation matters.
- Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements and pleadings.
- Represent clients in court proceedings, mediations, and negotiations.
Skills
Education
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We are a boutique law firm known for delivering strategic, high-quality legal services across commercial, corporate, and litigation matters.
Our team is dynamic, professional, and committed to excellence, collaboration, and integrity in all that we do.
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Associate Attorney to join our team.
The successful candidate will handle a broad range of commercial and litigation matters, providing end-to-end legal support from advisory and drafting to dispute resolution and court proceedings.
- Manage and execute a diverse caseload of commercial and litigation matters independently and efficiently.
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, pleadings, opinions, and correspondence.
- Represent clients in court proceedings, mediations, and arbitrations, as well as engage in settlement negotiations.
- Conduct thorough legal research and prepare well-reasoned legal opinions and memoranda.
- Maintain proactive communication with clients, counsel, and external stakeholders.
- Collaborate effectively within a small, high-performing team while taking full ownership of assigned matters.
- Assist in business development initiatives and contribute to the firm's professional growth.
- LLB degree and admission as an attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
- At least 5 years' post-admission experience in both commercial law and litigation.
- Proven ability to draft high-quality legal documents with precision and clarity.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple matters under pressure.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to operate as a team player in a collaborative environment.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and problem‑solving abilities.
- Proficient in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint).
- Attention to detail, sound judgment, and a proactive approach to client service.
- Professional, responsible, and deadline-driven.
- Strong work ethic with integrity and accountability.
- Adaptable and solutions-oriented.
- Keen interest in growing within a boutique legal environment.
A competitive remuneration package will be offered, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Interested candidates should submit a detailed CV, academic transcripts, and references to the following address with the subject line 'Associate – Commercial & Litigation'.
- Email: (address not provided)
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