About the Candidate.
I am an admitted Attorney with 3 years post qualification experience, currently practicing in the Corporate and Commercial Law field. I bring demonstrated expertise in Civil Litigation across the High Courts, Magistrates’ Courts, and the Labour Court, handling both Defended and Undefended Action and Application proceedings. My litigation portfolio includes involvement in insolvency law, family law and general litigation. Throughout my career, I have consistently showcased my ability to lead, prioritise complex workflows, and solve multifaceted legal issues under pressure. I possess a solid track record in the drafting and vetting of contracts and a wide range of legal documents, conducting in-depth legal research, and the formulation of legal opinions. I also have experience in alternative dispute resolution mechanisms such as mediation and arbitration, as well as preparing and presenting comprehensive legal and business reports to internal and external stakeholders.
International Experience:
Yes
Availability:
20 or 40 hours a week
Area of Expertise:
Research, Legal Interpretation and Adaptation, Critical and Analytic Thinking, Organisation and Administration, Legal Case Management, Teamwork, Legal Writing, Time Management, Contract drafting and negotiation
Years Experience:
4
Current and Previous Roles:
Associate Attorney, Candidate Attorney, Student Assistant - Dean of Law's Office

Relevant Experience.
Associate Attorney
Years experience:
4
Key Responsibilities:
Consultations with clients
Preparation and drafting of legal documents & pleadings
Preparation and drafting of agreements
Managing cases on behalf of clients
Drafting and preparing briefs for counsel
Management of litigation calendar
Developing litigation strategies
Conducting research to properly advise clients
Representation of clients in court
Drafting reports, providing updates and regular consultation with the Director on all matters attended to
Gathering evidence to support claims and administration of all client files
Attending to serving and filing of pleadings on Court Online & Caselines systems

