Legal Professional

3 days ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa ProBono ProBono Full time
Job Title: Legal Intern

ProBono.Org is a dynamic non-governmental organization that collaborates with the private legal profession to provide pro bono legal services to disadvantaged individuals and contributes to ensuring access to justice for impoverished people living in South Africa.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Legal Intern to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for interviewing individuals seeking legal assistance, assessing matters in accordance with ProBono.Org's criteria, and consulting with our Staff Attorney on the best strategy for dealing with matters.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct interviews with individuals seeking legal assistance and assess matters in accordance with ProBono.Org's criteria.
  • Consult with the ProBono.Org Staff Attorney on the best strategy for dealing with matters.
  • Prepare detailed briefs, memos, and instructions for legal practitioners in matters that require pro bono legal assistance.
  • Manage all matters from the time of consultation until such matter is closed or referred to an attorney or advocate.
  • Build, maintain, and enhance strong relationships with NGOs, CBOs, CAOs, law clinics, and other pro bono and public interest law initiatives.
  • Write reports on matters to be used as part of ProBono.Org's reporting and communication functions.
  • Attend workshops and seminars on behalf of ProBono.Org.
  • Present and facilitate community and attorney workshops on behalf of ProBono.Org.
  • Conduct legal research and handle other details in preparation of matters, where necessary.
Qualifications, Experience, and Competencies:
  • An appropriate law qualification, (LLB) with some practical experience.
  • Knowledge of SA's socio-economic environment and how it impacts on legal justice.
  • A demonstrable commitment to and interest in public interest law and social justice.
  • Proactive attitude, with enthusiasm for ProBono.Org's mission and vision.
  • Advanced communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent drafting, writing, and editing skills.
  • Computer literate (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Power Point).
  • Valid driver's license and driving experience preferred.
  • Currently based in Cape Town.

For more information, please contact Uzair@probono.org.za.

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