Attorney (Raf & Litigation) - Cape Town, South Africa - HR Talent Partner

HR Talent Partner

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Cape Town, South Africa

1 week ago

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Thabo Mthembu

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Job Overview:

Date Posted:

Posted 4 hours ago-
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape-
Job Title: Attorney (RAF & Litigation)-
Salary: R40,000-
Education Level: Diploma-
Job Level: Intermediate-
Minimum Experience: - 5 Years
Attorney (RAF & Litigation) - Cape Town CBD
:

A well-established law firm is looking for a "Attorney (RAF & Litigation)" to join their team on a full-time permanent basis for their offices in Cape Town, CBD.

Excellent compensation package on offer, which consists of an excellent salary and internal career advancement opportunities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Preparation and Research on all Third Party Claims Related Litigation:

Conduct research that will provide information in preparation of all matters for trial
Consult with client departments/representatives, and witnesses for instructions and documentation for cases to be presented in Court
Draft pleadings to provide clear motivation justification on a particular position pertaining to the case.

Mediation Process:

All required steps regarding the mediation process, as governed by the amendment to the rules of court, to be taken.

Represent the Road Accident Fund on all Third Party Claims Related Litigation Matters:

Attend to Court appearances in all allocated third-party litigation matters
Ensure file administration from opening to the conclusion of a legal case including adherence to trial dates
Handle appearances at courts, tribunals, mediation hearings and enquiries
Coordinate administrative legal actions to ensure compliance

Approve instructions to appoint and instruct expert witnesses

Reporting:

Ensure effective and efficient recording of all cases
Compile weekly, monthly and annual reports
Maintain trial register

Requirements:

Experience in a similar position as a Attorney (RAF & Litigation)
Four (4) year Degree in Law or equivalent
Admission as an Attorney of the High Court
Right of appearance in the High Court
Relevant 5 years' legal experience postgraduation or admission of which 2 years must have been on area of expertise (personal injury litigation)

Key Performance Areas:

Knowledge of Law of Delict including Personal Injury and Third-Party compensation law
Knowledge of RAF Act of 1996 as amended as well as the RAF Transitional Provisions Act of 2012 and Regulations
Knowledge of Civil proceedings in the Magistrate, Regional and High Courts of South Africa
Knowledge of relevant case law and Legislation
Skills to draft pleadings, discovery of documentation on all court processes
Experience in civil litigation.

Personal Attributes:

Strategic capability and leadership
Results orientation
Business and financial acumen
Brand and Stakeholder orientation
Organizational resilience
Communication
Team Resilience
Network and Alliances
Talent Management
Change Management
Only open to South African citizens.
If you are interested in this great career opportunity, please send us your CV with position title as reference.