Candidate Attorney

Reporting to the relevant manager, the Candidate Attorney will manage the conveyancing process for property transactions and draft, review, and format legal documents at an established company in Sandton, Gauteng.

The workplace values doing things properly over cutting corners. Collaboration, fairness, and pride in the work define the day-to-day culture. Ongoing training and mentorship are provided to help you reach your potential. 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.
• Ensure compliance with the rules and regulations of the legal practice council and maintain confidentiality of client information.
• Manage the diary and schedule of attorneys including arranging consultations, court appearances, and meetings with deadlines met.
• Stay updated with changes in legislation and legal procedures affecting the practice areas in which the firm operates.
• Maintain and organise legal files and records in physical and electronic format, ensuring documents are correctly indexed and retrievable.
• Prepare and manage billing and invoicing for legal services, capturing time records and following up on outstanding accounts.

• Excellent word processing skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office to produce accurately typed legal documents.
• For candidate attorney positions, an LLB degree from an accredited university and eligibility to register articles with the law society.
• A minimum of one to three years of experience in a legal environment including a law firm, corporate legal department, or public service.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure documents are error-free and deadlines and filing requirements are strictly observed.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with clients, counsel, and court personnel professionally.
• Knowledge of court rules, procedures, and legal terminology relevant to the practice area of the firm.
• For paralegal and secretary roles, a diploma or certificate in legal studies, paralegal practice, or legal secretarial studies.