Candidate Attorney (Labour Law) – Permanent

A legal aid office in Sasolburg has space for a law graduate ready to start practical vocational training. Bring a calm head on busy days and you'll be fine.

This post is in Sasolburg (Free State). Please only apply if you can travel there daily.

• Research case law and legislation on SAFLII and Juta or LexisNexis
• Study for the LPC competency-based examinations alongside the work
• Prepare affidavits and notices of motion for your principal to review
• Attend court with counsel and take notes during trials
• Keep matter files updated and diarise court dates and deadlines
• Record your time on the practice management system every day
• Take instructions from clients and write clear attendance notes

• Good legal research and clear written English
• Proficient in Word, Outlook and legal research databases
• Code B driver's licence and a reliable car for court runs
• Willing to work late before trials and filing deadlines
• Clear criminal record, as required for admission

• Second official language used by the firm's clients
• Vacation work at a law firm
• Moot court or legal clinic experience

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

• Attach a short legal writing sample; firms judge candidates heavily on drafting.
• Say which area of law you want and why in two lines; generic cover letters rarely get shortlisted.