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Candidate Attorney (Road Accident Fund Claims) – Entry Level

How2Apply Talent Network

Epping, Western Cape

Full-time

Posted 51 min ago

Full-time Legal Code 8

R9 500 – R13 500/month

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Job Description

Get real court exposure and supervision at a labour law practice in Epping while you prepare for board exams. You'll work with a small crew, so being easy to work with matters as much as skill.

The site is in Epping; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying.

What your day looks like

Take instructions from clients and write clear attendance notes
Prepare trial bundles and discovery affidavits
Prepare affidavits and notices of motion for your principal to review
Draft letters of demand, summonses and particulars of claim
Keep matter files updated and diarise court dates and deadlines

What you need

Willing to work late before trials and filing deadlines
Code B driver's licence and a reliable car for court runs
Clear criminal record, as required for admission
Proficient in Word, Outlook and legal research databases
Ready to sign a practical vocational training contract registered with the LPC

Nice if you have

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

On offer

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

How to apply

Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
Keep copies of these ready to send: LLB degree certificate and full academic record, recent police clearance certificate plus short writing sample, such as a legal opinion or memorandum.
Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 7 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Epping; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

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Before you hit apply

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