Litigation Attorney

4 weeks ago

Helderberg, South Africa Merand Corbett & Associates Full time
Required qualifications include experience in High Court and Magistrate Court Litigation, adeptness in collaborative teamwork, a robust work ethic, and a comprehensive understanding of dispute resolution mechanisms.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Engage in general litigation, encompassing business law-related dispute resolution, debt recovery, and litigation of contractual disputes.
  • 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.
  • Offer legal advice and guidance to clients.
  • Oversee all aspects of matters from consultation to resolution or referral to an Attorney or Advocate, ensuring adherence to professional standards.
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 the Lexpro System and update stakeholders and attorneys on client matters.
  • Supervise serving and filing processes through candidate attorneys.
  • Provide necessary information to legal secretaries for client billing.
  • Participate in witness interviews.
Legal Advice:
  • Execute legal tasks with utmost professionalism and client care.
  • Prepare cases for trial or alternate dispute resolution.
  • Interpret laws, rules, and regulations.
  • Analyze potential outcomes based on legal precedents.
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.
Special Requirements:
  • Possession of a drivers license and personal vehicle.
  • Readiness to travel locally.
***Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted***

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