Candidate Legal Practitioner / Candidate Attorney — Sandton

Subject : Candidate Legal Practitioner / Candidate Attorney — Sandton

Start date : Monday, 5 January 2026

Firm : Martin Vermaak Attorneys — Specialist Family Law (HNW divorce, DV, children’s matters, maintenance, forensic asset tracing)

Who we are

Martin Vermaak Attorneys is a top-tier South African family law firm with offices in Sandton (HQ), Pretoria, Cape Town and Umhlanga.

We act in high-conflict, high-net-worth divorces, domestic violence protection orders, complex children’s disputes (care, contact, relocation), maintenance, and forensic investigations to trace hidden assets. We are process-driven, standards-led, and measured on outcomes and professionalism.

The opportunity (Sandton, Gauteng)

We’re hiring a Candidate Legal Practitioner (Candidate Attorney) to join our team. You’ll work closely with our Legal Manager and the national team on live matters, with structured training, clear SOPs, and early responsibility.

What you’ll do

• Draft pleadings / affidavits / notices, discovery and counsel briefs using our precedents and Legal Quality Checklist.
• Research and produce crisp memos and case digests to support strategy.
• Run file hygiene : indexing, bundles, pagination, service proofs — defect‑free.
• Court / Registrar work and service logistics as required.
• Time discipline : capture accurate time daily (by 09 : 00 next day) with proper narrations.
• Client comms : clear attendance notes and follow‑ups, same day.
• Compliance : work to our SOPs and the LPA / POPIA / FICA requirements at intake and beyond.
• Training : attend weekly skills sessions and a 2‑hour All‑Legal Forum every 5 weeks (firm‑wide learnings, standards, improvements).
• Etc.

Why this is a fit for a top candidate

What you bring

How to apply

Email with subject :

“Candidate Attorney — Sandton — Start 5 Jan 2026 — (Your Name)” and attach :

Shortlisted candidates will complete a brief practical (drafting / research) and interview.

If you’re serious about becoming a high‑calibre family law attorney, this is where you’ll be tested — and developed.

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