Litigation Attorney
Job Description
My client, an established legal firm based in Paarl is seeking to employ a Litigation Attorney.
The successful candidate will have 3-5 years' experience, including post-admission litigation exposure, and will be responsible for managing civil litigation matters from start to finish.
- Handle all aspects of civil litigation, including divorce matters
- Draft and review legal documents such as applications, summonses, affidavits, and notices
- Represent clients in the High Court, Magistrate's Court, Labour Court, and Land Claims Court
- Manage files effectively and maintain accurate records
- Liaise with clients, advocates, sheriffs, and the Master's Office
- Ensure matters are progressed efficiently and deadlines are met
- LLB Degree from an accredited university
- Completed Articles
- Admitted Attorney
- 3-5 years' experience
- Minimum 3 years post-admission litigation experience
- Proven experience in civil litigation
- Strong drafting and legal research skills
- Experience working on legal systems such as Ghost Practice (advantageous)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
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