Candidate Attorney

Our client, a thriving financial services business in the Centurion area of Gauteng, is appointing a skilled Candidate Attorney. This is a hands-on position suited to a professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

The team operates with a hands-on, get-it-done attitude and good camaraderie. Everyone is expected to pull their weight, and everyone is valued for it. If this sounds like the right fit, we would love to hear from you.

• Draft, review, and format legal documents including contracts, pleadings, affidavits, opinions, and correspondence with high accuracy.
• Prepare and manage billing and invoicing for legal services, capturing time records and following up on outstanding accounts.
• Conduct legal research using legislation, case law databases, and legal textbooks to support legal opinions and arguments.
• Maintain and organise legal files and records in physical and electronic format, ensuring documents are correctly indexed and retrievable.
• Manage the diary and schedule of attorneys including arranging consultations, court appearances, and meetings with deadlines met.

• Strong attention to detail to ensure documents are error-free and deadlines and filing requirements are strictly observed.
• For paralegal and secretary roles, a diploma or certificate in legal studies, paralegal practice, or legal secretarial studies.
• For candidate attorney positions, an LLB degree from an accredited university and eligibility to register articles with the law society.
• Knowledge of court rules, procedures, and legal terminology relevant to the practice area of the firm.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with clients, counsel, and court personnel professionally.