DATE REVIEWED: June 2026

HOURS OF WORK: 8 hours per day

JOB TITLE: Associate Litigation Attorney

SHIFTS/OVERTIME: To be confirmed

DEPARTMENT: Litigation

REPORTING TO: Partner / Senior Associate

EMPLOYER TYPE: Well-regarded litigation law firm

LOCATION: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

OVERVIEW OF ROLE
Our client, a well-regarded litigation law firm based in Cape Town, is seeking a capable and driven Litigation
Associate to join their growing team. The successful candidate will be exposed to a stimulating and diverse
range of civil and commercial litigation matters, with the opportunity to develop strong courtroom and advocacy
skills in a collegial and professional environment.
This role is ideal for an attorney who is passionate about litigation, eager to grow their advocacy experience,
and ready to take real ownership of a varied caseload under the guidance of experienced senior practitioners.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The candidate’s responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
• Handling civil and commercial litigation matters across the High Court, Magistrates’ Court, and various
relevant tribunals
• Drafting pleadings, notices, applications, motions, and all supporting legal correspondence
• Conducting thorough legal research and preparing memoranda and opinions
• Appearing in court and at consultations with clients and counsel
• Managing litigation files from initial instruction through to finalisation
• Liaising with clients, counsel, expert witnesses, and opposing attorneys
• Meeting all court deadlines and filing requirements without exception
• Participating in settlement negotiations where appropriate and strategic
• Assisting senior attorneys and partners on complex and high-value litigation matters

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
• LLB degree
• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa
• Minimum 2–4 years’ post-admission litigation experience
• Western Cape High Court experience is preferred
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite

SKILLS REQUIRED
• Solid knowledge of the Uniform Rules of Court and the Magistrates’ Court Rules
• Strong drafting skills for pleadings, applications, and all legal correspondence
• Competent courtroom presence and developing advocacy skills
• Excellent legal research and analytical abilities
• Deadline-driven with strong time management and organisational skills
• Ability to independently manage a full and varied litigation caseload

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
• Passionate about litigation and committed to the pursuit of justice for clients
• Tenacious, driven, and consistently results-focused
• Professional and composed in court and all client-facing situations
• Confident and clear communicator in writing and in person
• Self-motivated and proactive in managing own caseload and professional growth
• Collaborative team player with high ethical standards and personal integrity