Junior Associate Attorney

About the role

Our client, a well‑established legal practice in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), is seeking a Junior Associate Attorney to join its team. The successful candidate will support the firm’s litigation and advisory work across a variety of practice areas while developing a robust client base.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and conduct civil litigation matters from inception through to finalisation.
• Draft legal opinions, pleadings, agreements, and correspondence with precision.
• Provide advice to clients on corporate and commercial, employment, family, and other legal issues.
• Represent the firm in court appearances, client consultations, negotiations and mediations.
• Contribute to the growth and development of the firm’s practice areas.

Required profile

• Admitted Attorney with the Right of Appearance in the High Court.
• Minimum of three years post‑admission experience.
• Proven experience in civil litigation, corporate and commercial law, employment law and family law.
• Strong drafting, analytical, negotiation and communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with excellent client‑relationship and practice‑management skills.
• Admission as a Notary Public is an advantage.

Required skills