Candidate Attorney (Litigation)

Get real court exposure and supervision at a personal injury law firm in Somerset West while you prepare for board exams. It's the kind of job where doing the basics well every day gets you noticed.

The site is in Somerset West; 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.

• Issue and serve documents at the magistrate's court and High Court
• Prepare trial bundles and discovery affidavits
• Prepare affidavits and notices of motion for your principal to review
• Record your time on the practice management system every day
• Research case law and legislation on SAFLII and Juta or LexisNexis
• Appear in the magistrate's court on postponements and unopposed matters
• Take instructions from clients and write clear attendance notes

• Willing to work late before trials and filing deadlines
• 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
• Proficient in Word, Outlook and legal research databases

• Second official language used by the firm's clients
• Vacation work at a law firm

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

• Attach a short legal writing sample; firms judge candidates heavily on drafting.
• Apply early in the year, as most firms fill articles from January to March.