Candidate Attorney

Our firm, situated in the heart of the Cape Town CBD, specialises in personal injury and related litigation matters. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality legal services while maintaining a supportive, professional, and collaborative working environment. We are currently seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our growing team.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for, inter alia:

• Assisting with the preparation, management, and progression of personal injury matters from inception to trial and settlement;
• Attending court, assisting with trial preparation, and briefing counsel;
• Liaising with clients, experts, counsel, and maintaining regular client communication;
• Drafting legal documents, pleadings, notices, correspondence, and affidavits;
• Managing and maintaining accurate and well-organised case files (both electronic and physical);
• Conducting legal research and providing general administrative support to legal practitioners;
• Supporting the legal team in meeting procedural deadlines and compliance requirements.

Minimum Requirements

• Completed LLB degree;
• Completion of Practical Legal Training (PLT) will be advantageous;
• A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle will be beneficial;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Afrikaans (essential);
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel);
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and function effectively as part of a team;
• Previous legal experience or a demonstrated interest in personal injury law will be advantageous.

What We Offer

• A competitive entry-level salary package;
• A supportive and professional team environment;
• Valuable hands-on experience and exposure to personal injury litigation;
• An opportunity to grow and develop within a dynamic legal practice.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit the following documents:

• A detailed Curriculum Vitae;
• Full Academic transcript; and
• A brief cover letter outlining their interest in the position.

Applications should be emailed to:
meganc@legalpractitioners.co.za

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
We look forward to receiving your application.

---