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Candidate Attorney (Family Law)

How2Apply Talent Network

Durban Central, KwaZulu-Natal

Full-time

Posted 1 day ago

Full-time Legal Code 8

R9 000 – R12 250/month

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Job Description

Court runs, drafting and client consultations: a legal aid office in Durban Central will put you to work from week one. This is a good step for someone who wants proper routine and a manager who notices good work.

The work is in Durban Central, KwaZulu-Natal, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day. You'll start with a short induction before working on your own.

What you'll actually do

Prepare trial bundles and discovery affidavits
Research case law and legislation on SAFLII and Juta or LexisNexis
Take instructions from clients and write clear attendance notes
Keep matter files updated and diarise court dates and deadlines
Attend court with counsel and take notes during trials
Draft letters of demand, summonses and particulars of claim

What you need

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

What you get

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

How to apply for this job

Make sure the role, the hours and working in Durban Central really suit you before you apply.
Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: copy of your driver's licence plus recent police clearance certificate.
Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 8 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 Durban Central.

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

How to stand out

Put your LLB, university and graduation year at the top, and your average mark if it's above 65%.
Attach a short legal writing sample; firms judge candidates heavily on drafting.