Location: Lynwood, Pretoria
Position Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities
- Legal Research and Analysis:
- Conduct thorough legal research on various cases and legal issues.
- Analyze statutes, regulations, and case law to support senior attorneys.
- Draft and review legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, briefs, and correspondence.
- Prepare case summaries, legal opinions, and reports.
- Assist in client consultations and maintain regular communication with clients under supervision.
- Provide clients with updates and follow-up on legal proceedings.
- Represent clients in court under the supervision of a senior attorney.
- Assist in the preparation for trials, hearings, and mediations.
- Maintain case files and manage legal documentation.
- Assist in the billing process and tracking of case expenses.
- Education:
- LLB degree from a recognized university.
- Admission as an attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
- Up to 2 years of post-qualification experience in a legal environment.
- Experience in litigation, commercial law, or family law will be advantageous.
- Strong research and analytical skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in legal research tools and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- High level of professionalism and ethical standards.
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse clients.
- Eagerness to learn and develop professionally.
