About the Candidate.
I am a practising Attorney of the High Court of South Africa and a Bachelor of Laws graduate from the University of Johannesburg and I am seeking an employment opportunity in your organization. I have an ability to conduct legal research, analyse and interpret statutes. I have an aptitude to adapt to any working environment and grasp new ideas/concepts with ease. With any role I am tasked with, I demonstrate resourcefulness by exploring a range of alternatives and options, through a use of critical reasoning/analytical skills, to resolve challenges. I believe that I can be an asset to your organization. I look forward to the learning opportunities and challenges that come with the job. I intend on adding a positive contribution towards the success of your organization.
International Experience:
Yes
Availability:
20 or 40 hours a week
Area of Expertise:
Legal research, including internet search methods: Sabinet, Juta, Lexis Nexis
Competent to analyze case law, interpret law/statutes and regulations
Good administrative skills - case and file management
Sound knowledge of Constitutional law, Bill of Rights
Understanding of privilege, confidentiality and nondisclosure
Years Experience:
3
Current and Previous Roles:
Junior Attorney, Candidate Legal Practitioner, Candidate Attorney
Relevant Experience.
Junior Attorney
Years experience:
3
Key Responsibilities:
I serve as a junior attorney at the firm dealing with personal injury, third party claims, commercial, property and labour law matters.
Further, I am responsible for liaising with clients, various medical practitioners, perusing court documents reviewing commercial contracts, attending to court documents and drafting of pleadings.
Additionally, I am responsible for preparing for disciplinary hearings, filing pleadings in court.
