Candidate Attorney (Family Law)

You'll do your articles at a legal aid office in Sandton and learn the practice from the ground up. Good for someone who wants to build a solid track record they can put on their CV.

The site is in Sandton; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying. Most weeks are 45 hours, in line with the BCEA.

• Issue and serve documents at the magistrate's court and High Court
• Keep matter files updated and diarise court dates and deadlines
• Attend court with counsel and take notes during trials
• Appear in the magistrate's court on postponements and unopposed matters
• Study for the LPC competency-based examinations alongside the work

• Code B driver's licence and a reliable car for court runs
• Good legal research and clear written English
• LLB degree from a South African university
• Clear criminal record, as required for admission
• Willing to work late before trials and filing deadlines
• Ready to sign a practical vocational training contract registered with the LPC

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

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

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