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Candidate Attorney (Commercial Law) – Immediate Start

How2Apply Talent Network

Alberton, Gauteng

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

Full-time Legal Code 8

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Job Description

Court runs, drafting and client consultations: a commercial law firm in Alberton will put you to work from week one. If you like clear targets and knowing where you stand, this is for you.

The work is in Alberton, Gauteng, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day. Start date: as soon as possible for the right person.

What you'll actually do

Prepare affidavits and notices of motion for your principal to review
Issue and serve documents at the magistrate's court and High Court
Appear in the magistrate's court on postponements and unopposed matters
Draft letters of demand, summonses and particulars of claim
Keep matter files updated and diarise court dates and deadlines

Must-haves

Code B driver's licence and a reliable car for court runs
Clear criminal record, as required for admission
Willing to work late before trials and filing deadlines
Good legal research and clear written English

Nice if you have

Completed PLT (Practical Legal Training) at a law school
Second official language used by the firm's clients
Vacation work at a law firm

What's in it for you

Travel allowance for court runs
Paid PLT course fees at some firms
Mentorship from an experienced principal
Study leave for board exams

How to apply for this job

Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: copy of your driver's licence, short writing sample, such as a legal opinion or memorandum plus LLB degree certificate and full academic record.
Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 5 working days, usually by phone.

Your application joins the How2Apply talent pool for this role, and we put shortlisted people forward to employers hiring in and around Alberton.

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.

How to stand out

Attach a short legal writing sample; firms judge candidates heavily on drafting.
Apply early in the year, as most firms fill articles from January to March.