21/09/2026
ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY
Location: Pretoria
Employment Type: Full-time
Practice Area: General Practice / Commercial & Litigation
About the Firm
We are a dynamic and established law firm seeking a motivated and capable Associate Attorney to join our team.
The successful candidate will become an integral part of the firm and will be afforded the opportunity to work independently on a diverse portfolio of matters while receiving support and guidance where required. The position is suited to an attorney who is commercially minded, detail-oriented, well organised and eager to develop their legal career in a professional and supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others:
Managing a diverse portfolio of legal matters from inception to completion;
Providing sound and practical legal advice to clients;
Conducting legal research and preparing legal opinions, memoranda and correspondence;
Drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts and other legal agreements;
Drafting pleadings, notices, affidavits, applications, heads of argument and other legal documents;
Managing litigation matters and attending to procedural requirements and court deadlines;
Preparing matters for court and liaising with counsel, correspondents, experts and other professionals where required;
Attending consultations with clients and providing regular updates regarding their matters;
Attending to Magistrates' Court and, where appropriately qualified, High Court matters;
Managing files and ensuring that matters are progressed efficiently and within prescribed timeframes;
Conducting investigations and obtaining relevant documentation and information;
Performing general duties reasonably expected of an Associate Attorney within a professional legal practice.
Minimum Requirements
LLB degree or equivalent legal qualification;
Admission as an Attorney of the High Court of South Africa;
2–5 years' post-admission experience;
Strong drafting and legal research skills;
Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
Proficiency in Microsoft Office;
Strong organisational and time-management skills;
Ability to manage multiple matters and competing deadlines;
Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively within a team;
Professional and client-focused approach; and
A valid driver's licence will be advantageous.
