Candidate Attorney (Commercial Law)

A small general practice law firm in Atlantis has space for a law graduate ready to start practical vocational training. If you like clear targets and knowing where you stand, this is for you.

You'll be based at a small general practice law firm in Atlantis. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps. Overtime comes up in peak season and is paid.

• Appear in the magistrate's court on postponements and unopposed matters
• Issue and serve documents at the magistrate's court and High Court
• Keep matter files updated and diarise court dates and deadlines
• Prepare affidavits and notices of motion for your principal to review
• Prepare trial bundles and discovery affidavits
• Draft letters of demand, summonses and particulars of claim
• Attend court with counsel and take notes during trials

• Clear criminal record, as required for admission
• Good legal research and clear written English
• LLB degree from a South African university
• Code B driver's licence and a reliable car for court runs
• Proficient in Word, Outlook and legal research databases

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

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

• Put your LLB, university and graduation year at the top, and your average mark if it's above 65%.
• Say which area of law you want and why in two lines; generic cover letters rarely get shortlisted.