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

Dial a Legal Assistant
Dial a Legal Assistant
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Sandton, South Africa

1 week ago

Thabo Mthembu

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Role Description:


Key Responsibilities:


  • Assisting senior attorneys in managing a diverse caseload of commercial litigation matters.
  • Conducting legal research and analysis on various legal issues relevant to ongoing cases.
  • Drafting and reviewing legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery requests.
  • Participating in client interviews and meetings to gather information and develop case strategies.
  • Assisting in the preparation for depositions, hearings, trials, and alternative dispute resolution proceedings.
  • Reviewing and organizing large volumes of documents, electronic data, and evidence.
  • Staying up to date with legal developments, changes in legislation, and court rulings relevant to commercial litigation.
  • Providing general support to senior attorneys and performing other tasks as assigned.

Requirements:


  • LLB Degree and strong academic credentials
  • Admission as an Attorney in South Africa
  • Minimum of 12 years PQE as a litigation attorney, with a focus on complex commercial litigation
  • Familiarity with legal research databases, such as LexisNexis.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.
  • Strong analytical and problemsolving skills.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.

Closing Date: 21 July 2023

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Sandton, Gauteng: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)
Application Deadline: 2023/07/21
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