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Associate Attorney (Commercial Litigation)

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Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal

Full-time

Posted 46 min ago

Full-time Legal

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Job Description

Clients trust your advice at this mid-sized commercial law firm in Richards Bay, so it has to be sound and practical. If you learn fast and don't mind being shown things twice, you'll settle in within a few weeks.

This post is in Richards Bay (KwaZulu-Natal). Please only apply if you can travel there daily.

What you'll actually do

Manage a portfolio of litigation or advisory matters on your own
Advise clients on risk, settlement and next steps in plain language
Record billable time and hit the monthly target
Negotiate settlements and draft settlement agreements
Keep trust account instructions and fee notes accurate
Brief counsel and prepare them for trial and opposed motions

You'll need

Strong drafting and legal research
LLB and admission as an attorney of the High Court of South Africa
At least 2 years of post-admission experience in the relevant field
Able to manage client relationships without a senior in the room

On offer

Clear path to directorship at some firms
Paid LPC fees and CPD
Annual bonus linked to billing

Applying, step by step

Make sure the role, the hours and working in Richards Bay really suit you before you apply.
Keep copies of these ready to send: LPC certificate of good standing plus summary of significant matters you handled, with client names removed.
Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 9 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Richards Bay; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

How2Apply never charges you to apply, for training, for uniforms or for a "placement fee". If anyone asks you for money, it is a scam.

Tips to get shortlisted

Give a short matter list with outcomes, stripped of client names, to prove your experience.
Lead with your admission year, practice area and the courts or forums you appear in.