About the Candidate.
Candidate with 5 years of legal experience, and the following education:
Admitted as an Attorney of High Court: 26 May 2022
Udemy: Certificate of Mastery in Corporate Law (2023)
Legal Education and Development: Practical Legal Training (2020)
University of the Witwatersrand: Bachelor of Laws (2017)
International Experience:
Yes
Availability:
20 or 40 hours a week
Area of Expertise:
Civil litigation – Breach of commercial agreements, debt collection in terms of the Sectional Titles Management Act, debt collection in terms of the National Credit Act, personal injury claims, family law, section 65 financial enquiries, civil appeals to the full bench or SCA and proceedings against organs of sate.
Insolvency – Liquidation applications, sequestration applications, business rescue proceedings, section 155 sanctions and section 217 enquiries.
Alternative dispute resolution – commercial and business mediation and arbitrations.
Estates – Deceased estates, insolvent estates, family trusts, business trusts and community trusts.
Family law – Divorces, adoption, maintenance, immigration status, domestic violence and protection orders.
Labour law – CCMA disputes, employment law and disciplinary hearings.
Years Experience:
5
Current and Previous Roles:
Associate Attorney, Candidate Attorney, Project Coordinator
Relevant Experience.
Associate Attorney
Years experience:
5
Key Responsibilities:
Client Representation: Representing clients in legal matters such as litigation, negotiations, and drafting of contracts.
Legal Research: Conducting detailed legal research to provide advice to clients, prepare case strategies, and support senior attorneys.
Drafting Legal Documents: Preparing contracts, legal opinions, pleadings, motions and briefs for counsel.
Client Consultation: Meeting with clients, providing legal advice, and guiding clients through their legal issues.
Court Appearances: Representing clients in court for hearings, trials and arbitrations. This includes presenting arguments, examining witnesses, and managing case strategy.
Case Management: Handling multiple cases at different stages of the legal process, ensuring deadlines are met, and keeping clients updated on case progress.
Negotiation: Engaging in negotiations on behalf of clients, whether for settlements, contracts, or other legal matters, aiming to achieve favorable outcomes.
Collaboration with Senior Attorneys: Assisting senior attorneys and Directors with complex cases clients, contributing research, drafts, or arguments.
Mentoring Junior Staff: Offering guidance and support to Candidate Attorneys and support staff
