Candidate Attorney (Conveyancing and Property)

A small general practice law firm in Gqeberha has space for a law graduate ready to start practical vocational training. If you turn up on time and finish what you start, you'll fit in quickly.

You'll report in Gqeberha. Relocation is not covered for this one.

• Prepare trial bundles and discovery affidavits
• Issue and serve documents at the magistrate's court and High Court
• Study for the LPC competency-based examinations alongside the work
• 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
• Prepare affidavits and notices of motion for your principal to review

• Ready to sign a practical vocational training contract registered with the LPC
• Clear criminal record, as required for admission
• Willing to work late before trials and filing deadlines
• LLB degree from a South African university
• Good legal research and clear written English
• Proficient in Word, Outlook and legal research databases

• Moot court or legal clinic experience
• Second official language used by the firm's clients

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

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