Job Description

LITIGATION, LABOUR AND FAMILY LAW ATTORNEYPRETORIAThe ideal candidate will have a proven track record in general litigation, labour and family law, alongside adept skills in client relationship management and billing processes. Proactivity in both matter and client management is essential. Required qualifications include experience in High Court, Regional and Magistrate Court Litigation as well and the labour court. A self driven individual with a passion for law. Ability to work independently and in a team, have a robust work ethic, and an understanding of dispute resolution mechanisms.Key Responsibilities

• Engage in general litigation, labour and family law.
• Provide effective resolution to client legal issues.
• Facilitate communication with correspondents and counsel.
• Attend court appearances as necessary.
• Draft, negotiate, and review general commercial contracts.
• Cultivate and sustain client relationships.

• Current client base a benefit

• Offer legal advice and guidance to clients.

• Ability to deal with clients, update stakeholders and attorneys on client matters.

• Oversee all aspects of matters from consultation to finalisation.

Legal Drafting

• Exhibit proficiency in drafting pleadings and correspondences.
• Skillfully negotiate and draft various agreements and corporate documents.
• Conduct legal research and formulate legal opinions.
• Maintain confidentiality of legal documents and client records.
• Conduct due diligence investigations.
• Represent clients in civil courts, tribunals, and arbitrations.
• Manage case load on Ghost Practice. Knowledge of Court online and Caselines.
• Supervise serving and filing processes through candidate attorneys.
• Provide necessary information to legal secretaries for client billing.
• Participate in client and witness interviews.

Legal Advice

• Execute legal tasks with utmost professionalism and client care.
• Prepare cases for trial or alternate dispute resolution.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Laws Degree (LLB).

Minimum Work Experience:

• 3-5 years of post-article litigation experience.
• Admission as a Legal Practitioner of the High Court of South Africa.
• Capability to mentor Candidate Legal Practitioners.

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