Senior Associate: Commercial Litigation - Sandton, South Africa - Dial a Legal Assistant

Dial a Legal Assistant

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Sandton, South Africa

1 week ago

Posted by:

Thabo Mthembu

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Description

Role description:

Key responsibilities:

Manage a diverse caseload and handle all phases of litigation from inception to resolution.
Conduct extensive legal research and analysis to provide accurate and timely legal advice to clients.
Draft and review legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery materials.
Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials as required.
Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties involved in the litigation process.
Collaborate with partners and other attorneys to develop case strategies and tactics.
Stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and legal precedents affecting litigation practice areas.
Maintain accurate and organized case files, documents, and correspondence.
Assist with business development initiatives, including client presentations and networking events.
Update clients regularly about their matters.
Ensure compliance with all courts.
Professional client service and matter management.
Generally assisting director of the team with all various aspects.

Requirements:

LLB Degree and strong academic credentials
Admission as an Attorney in South Africa
Minimum of 5 years of experience as a litigation attorney, with a focus on complex commercial litigation
Strong knowledge of civil procedure, evidence, and litigation strategies
Strong background in handling legal disputes and representing clients in court proceedings
Excellent drafting skills (notices, pleadings and all other court related documents)
Must be able to run with own matters under mínimal supervision
Must have the ability to develop strong relationships with clients and take responsibility for the relationship
Experience in managing juniors in the team
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skills
Experience managing multiple cases and meeting deadlines in a fastpaced environment
Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex legal concepts in a clear and concise manner
Confidence and proficiency in representing clients in court and other legal proceedings
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a team
Leadership abilities and the capacity to supervise and mentor juniors
Business acumen and the ability to contribute to business development efforts
Proficiency in using legal research databases
Experience in arbitration and mediation of commercial disputes;

Added Advantage:

Although not a requirement, experience in employment law, including handling matters in the Labour Court, CCMA, Bargaining Councils, and/or advising corporate clients on section 197 employee transfer, HR due diligence, HR policies, internal disciplinary hearings will be an added advantage.

Closing Date: 21 July 2023

Ability to commute/relocate: