Smo 16933 - Senior Associate – Litigation : Law Firm – East Rand And Johannesburg North

Employer Description

An established law firm with offices in the East Rand and the northern suburbs of Johannesburg.

Job Description

Our client has two vacancies for a seasoned and experienced litigation attorney at their offices in the East Rand and northern Johannesburg. The successful candidate will primarily undertake work for municipalities and state-owned companies; experience servicing these types of entities will be a significant advantage.

Responsibilities

• Managing a diverse caseload involving civil, administrative and regulatory litigation for public entities.
• Drafting, reviewing, and finalising legal documents, including pleadings, motions, affidavits, discovery requests, and settlement agreements.
• Conducting thorough legal research on statutes, regulations, case law and policies relevant to municipal and state-owned entity litigation.
• Appearing regularly in court, including the High Court and Magistrates Court, for opposed motions, trials, and procedural hearings.
• Ensuring compliance with procedural rules, filing deadlines and ethical / legal standards.
• Providing expert legal advice to municipalities and state-owned companies on litigation strategy, risk mitigation and dispute resolution.
• Interpreting legislation, public procurement laws, administrative law and constitutional matters affecting public entities.
• Advising clients on governance, regulatory compliance, contracts, service delivery disputes and enforcement actions.
• Utilising electronic case management systems such as Caselines and Court Online for filings and document management.
• Drafting legal opinions, pleadings and correspondence independently, without the need for counsel input.
• Maintain detailed case files, billing records and manage administrative tasks as per firm and client requirements.
• Mentor and support junior attorneys and legal staff, fostering professional development.
• Liaise effectively with clients to provide updates, strategic recommendations and manage expectations.
• Demonstrate a strong presence in court, possessing the right of appearance at the High Court and consistent experience in opposed matters.
• Maintain a professional demeanour, uphold good character and build positive relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Stay updated on legal developments affecting municipalities and state-owned companies to provide informed advice.

Qualifications

Skills

Additional Information

Preference will be given to EE candidates, although all suitable applicants will be considered. The position is open to both female and male candidates.

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