Our client, a law firm which spans all commercial areas of law, is seeking a SeniorAssociate within their Dispute Resolution department with experience in Foreclosures Banking Litigation & recoveries and general Commercial Litigation.
Duties & Responsibilities
Overview:
The candidate will be expected to work with clients, counsel, correspondent attorneys, and sheriffs, as well as be involved in and manage elements of pre-litigation and litigation processes (such as applications, actions, arbitrations and appeals).
Key Responsibilities:
Consulting with clients and/ or counsel
Giving high quality legal advice to clients
Discussing complex legal issues with clients, attorneys, and administrative personnel
Analyzing probable outcomes based on legal precedents
Attending to legal research
Interpreting laws, rules, and regulations
Drafting legal opinions
Drafting pleadings and correspondence
Exceptional drafting capabilities with minimum reliance on Advocates
Gathering and compiling evidence
Participating in the interview of witnesses
Preparing cases for trial or arbitration
Maintaining the confidentiality of legal documents and client records
Litigating in civil courts, tribunals, and arbitrations
Building and maintaining relationships with clients
Assisting directors with preparation of training and/ or other presentations
Undertaking the legal work to the highest professional and client care standards
Desired Experience & Qualification
Skills and Experience:
LLB degree, post qualifications an advantage
SA qualified and admitted attorney
At least 4 – 8 year’s post article experience in commercial litigation
Excellent drafting experience
Court and arbitration experience is required
A thorough knowledge of the procedural requirements of civil litigation and arbitration
Passion for litigation
The ability to self-regulate
The ability to work as a member of a team
Being proactive in achieving goals and exceeding goals
Going the extra mile
Accuracy and an eye for detail
Maintaining efficient turnaround times
Ability to work well under pressure without compromising work quality or standards
Ability to handle high volumes and many matters as well as meet deadlines with the view to adding value to the business by delivering the required results
Ability to assist with knowledge transfer to junior professionals and take advantage of team interactions
Ability to produce consistent high-quality work
Display honesty and integrity at all times
Ability to communicate well in writing and verbally, with good presentation skills
Being proactive in marketing yourself, the team, and the firm
It is also essential that the candidate demonstrates the ability to understand the needs of clients and to communicate effectively with them, as well as to manage client relations and practice management, in general. In addition, the candidate must be ambitious, achievement-oriented, focused, and able to work well under pressure in a deadline-driven environment.