Candidate Attorney (Conveyancing and Property) – Fixed-Term

A labour law practice in Bellville has space for a law graduate ready to start practical vocational training. It's the kind of job where doing the basics well every day gets you noticed.

The site is in Bellville; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying. There's a probation period of three months before the contract is confirmed.

• Research case law and legislation on SAFLII and Juta or LexisNexis
• Take instructions from clients and write clear attendance notes
• Appear in the magistrate's court on postponements and unopposed matters
• Issue and serve documents at the magistrate's court and High Court
• Prepare trial bundles and discovery affidavits
• Keep matter files updated and diarise court dates and deadlines
• Record your time on the practice management system every day

• Code B driver's licence and a reliable car for court runs
• Proficient in Word, Outlook and legal research databases
• LLB degree from a South African university
• Willing to work late before trials and filing deadlines

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

• Paid PLT course fees at some firms
• Study leave for board exams
• Travel allowance for court runs

• Apply early in the year, as most firms fill articles from January to March.
• Put your LLB, university and graduation year at the top, and your average mark if it's above 65%.