Junior Legal Associate

5 months ago

Johannesburg, South Africa HireUp Full time

Associate Attorney

A multi-disciplined legal firm where a driven and independent individual will thrive. They are a growing, exemplary, and high-performing team that welcomes proactivity, eagerness to learn, and ambition. An Associate Attorney who joins the team should be motivated, independent thinker and fast-paced worker.

Litigation

This role represents clients in litigation, court hearings, trials, and other legal proceedings pertaining to a variety of matters, ensuring adherence to legal protocols and achieving favourable outcomes through thorough case preparation and strategic advocacy.

The Associate Attorney handles legal proceedings arising from contractual disagreements, offering a comprehensive analysis of contractual terms, diligent preparation of legal strategies, and effective representation in court or alternative dispute resolution forums.

They facilitate the resolution of legal disputes through negotiation, mediation, and arbitration and employ a proactive approach to mitigate client risk. This role will be required to run matters and case files independently from end-to-end, presenting arguments, examining and submitting evidence, and working closely with advocates and other legal representatives.

Role Profile

Legal Research and Case Preparation. The Associate Attorney will run several matters of their own. They are expected to conduct legal research on each to understand the relevant laws, regulations, and precedents that apply to a case.

In running matters, the Associate Attorney reviews and analyses case files, evidence, and other relevant documents, preparing legal opinions and memos based on research findings.

They are required to draft pleadings, motions, and briefs to be filed with the court. Additionally, they will draft contracts, settlement agreements, and other legal documents as required.

As part of the documentation process, they will prepare discovery documents, such as interrogatories, subpoenas, and requests for the production of documents.

As part of their legal administration, they are responsible for managing their case files and ensuring all necessary documentation is filed and organised, even if they have the support of a legal secretary.

They are responsible for keeping track of deadlines, court dates, and other critical timelines pertaining to their matters.

Timekeeping and billing for work performed on client cases is vital.

Client Relationship Management

The Associate Attorney is required to cultivate, develop, maintain and preserve relationships with clients, as well as build a good working knowledge of the clients businesses, market and sector drivers in order to ensure advice is relevant.

Associates have direct contact with clients. They are required to meet with clients, gather information, provide legal advice, and discuss case strategy.

Communication is critical and they are required to keep clients informed about the status and developments in their cases, advising clients on their legal rights and obligations, potential risks, and possible outcomes.

Associate Attorney

Legal Team Support

This role collaborates with multiple others:

  • Working with Senior Attorneys and the Director on case strategies and approaches for specific matters when in need of support
  • Coordinating with other legal professionals, such as Paralegals, Legal Secretaries, and Candidate Attorneys
  • Liaising with Advocates, opposing counsel, witnesses, and court officials.
  • Associates work in a team environment, with different personalities, and can expect a good variety of work.
  • Professional Development and Growth
  • Staying updated with changes in laws and relevant legal procedures.
  • Participating in training sessions, workshops, and seminars to enhance legal skills.
  • Networking with other legal professionals and attending industry events when able.
  • Being a Team Player
  • As an Associate Attorney deeply integrated into the business culture, this individual thrives as a dedicated team player, consistently looking for new challenges and fostering a high-performing environment. 
  • The role involves not only proficiently handling numerous cases of different variety, but also embodying the company's values through professional conduct and a proactive attitude. 
  • Pride is taken in contributing to the team's success by ensuring seamless communication, offering assistance where needed, and maintaining a positive and respectful workplace atmosphere. With a strong commitment to personal ethics and maintaining confidentiality, this professional ensures that sensitive information and circumstances are handled with the utmost discretion. Commitment to excellence and teamwork underscores the ability to enhance productivity and uphold the highest standards of professionalism within the legal team.
  • Positive and proactive attitude
  • Resilient nature
  • Strong and written communication skills
  • Good interpersonal relationship skills
  • Strong multitasking and prioritisation skills
  • Ambitious to succeed and grow with a sense of urgency
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Strong ethics
  • High degree of professionalism
  • Team collaboration
  • The ideal person will be looking for a long-term role and be interested in growing with the firm

Competencies needed

  • LLB and admitted Attorney
  • 2-3 years experience
  • Proven litigation experience, with proven track record in handling complex cases, ensuring
  • compliance with legal procedures, and achieving favorable outcomes for clients
  • Able to demonstrate a solid academic foundation in law and legal principles
  • Valid drivers license

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