Candidate Attorney (Second Year of Articles)

How2Apply Talent Network
Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng
Full-time
Posted 1 day ago
Full-time Legal Code 8
R9 500 – R15 250/month
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Job Description

A commercial law firm in Vanderbijlpark has space for a law graduate ready to start practical vocational training. Bring a calm head on busy days and you'll be fine.

The work is in Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day.

What you'll actually do

  • Prepare affidavits and notices of motion for your principal to review
  • Record your time on the practice management system every day
  • Study for the LPC competency-based examinations alongside the work
  • Take instructions from clients and write clear attendance notes
  • Issue and serve documents at the magistrate's court and High Court
  • Prepare trial bundles and discovery affidavits

Must-haves

  • Good legal research and clear written English
  • LLB degree from a South African university
  • Willing to work late before trials and filing deadlines
  • Proficient in Word, Outlook and legal research databases

Nice if you have

  • Moot court or legal clinic experience
  • Vacation work at a law firm
  • Completed PLT (Practical Legal Training) at a law school

What you get

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

How to apply for this job

  1. Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
  2. Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: recent police clearance certificate, copy of your driver's licence plus short writing sample, such as a legal opinion or memorandum.
  3. Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
  4. Watch for a call or WhatsApp from How2Apply over the next 7 working days.

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

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

Tips to get shortlisted

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

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Job details
SalaryR9 500 – R15 250/month
Job TypeFull-time
LocationVanderbijlpark, Gauteng
CategoryLegal
ExperienceEntry level
LicenseCode 8
Posted27 September 2026
Closing Date26 October 2026
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