Candidate Attorney (Litigation)

You'll do your articles at a small general practice law firm in Umhlanga and learn the practice from the ground up. This role rewards consistency more than flash.

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

• Prepare trial bundles and discovery affidavits
• Attend court with counsel and take notes during trials
• Appear in the magistrate's court on postponements and unopposed matters
• Record your time on the practice management system every day
• Issue and serve documents at the magistrate's court and High Court
• Study for the LPC competency-based examinations alongside the work

• Willing to work late before trials and filing deadlines
• Code B driver's licence and a reliable car for court runs
• LLB degree from a South African university
• Proficient in Word, Outlook and legal research databases
• Clear criminal record, as required for admission

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

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

• Put your LLB, university and graduation year at the top, and your average mark if it's above 65%.
• Apply early in the year, as most firms fill articles from January to March.