Senior Litigation Attorney
The successful candidate will be an admitted attorney with 3–5 years’ post-admission experience in labour law, capable of handling matters with increasing independence while working collaboratively within a supportive team environment.
The role requires strong drafting, dispute resolution, advisory, and client relationship skills, together with excellent attention to detail and sound professional judgment.
The ideal candidate must demonstrate high levels of integrity, accountability, confidentiality, and professionalism in all aspects of their work. The candidate should also be eager to learn, develop professionally
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage litigation matters from inception through to finalisation.
- Draft pleadings, notices, affidavits, opinions, correspondence, and other legal documents.
- Conduct legal research and provide strategic legal advice to clients.
- Attend court appearances, consultations, mediations, and settlement negotiations.
- Manage and maintain case files efficiently within a paperless digital environment.
- Ensure compliance with court rules, deadlines, and internal processes.
- Build and maintain strong professional relationships with clients, counsel, and stakeholders.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues and support staff to achieve firm objectives.
- Mentor and support junior team members where required.
- Maintain high standards of professionalism, discretion, and ethical conduct.
- Utilise legal technology and digital systems effectively and efficiently.
- Contribute positively to the firm’s culture and team-oriented working environment.
- Lead by example in maintaining high standards of professionalism, teamwork, and client service.
Minimum Requirements
- Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
- 5–8 years’ post-admission litigation experience.
- Strong drafting and advocacy skills.
- Experience managing litigation matters independently.
- Tech-savvy with the ability to work efficiently in a paperless environment.
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
- High level of integrity, accountability, and discretion.
.
Location: KZN
Salary: Competitive Package + benefits
Working hours: 08h00 – 16h30 (Mon – Fri)
NB: Please have a look at the duties and responsibilities prior to applying. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
If this role suits you and your skill set, apply today!!!
