Job Summary
Role Overview
The Candidate Attorney will complete their articles under the guidance of senior attorneys and partners, gaining hands-on experience across different legal disciplines. The role requires a diligent, organized, and eager-to-learn individual with strong research, drafting, and client service capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
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Assist attorneys with legal research, case preparation, and drafting of legal documents.
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Attend consultations, court proceedings, and mediations when required.
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Prepare and manage court bundles, indexing, filing, and document collation.
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Draft pleadings, affidavits, letters, contracts, and memoranda.
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Liaise with clients, counsel, and external stakeholders in a professional manner.
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Manage administrative tasks such as file management, document tracking, and diary updates.
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Conduct legal analysis and support litigation, conveyancing, or commercial matters (based on rotation or firm structure).
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Ensure confidentiality, accuracy, and compliance with legal and ethical standards.
Minimum Requirements
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Completed LLB degree from a recognised institution.
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Must be eligible to register and commence articles in accordance with the Legal Practice Council (LPC) requirements.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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Excellent legal research and drafting ability.
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Attention to detail, professionalism, and strong organizational skills.
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Ability to work independently and within a team.
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Proficiency in MS Office and legal research platforms.
Preferred Attributes
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Interest in litigation, commercial law, or conveyancing.
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Ability to work under pressure and manage tight deadlines.
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Positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and commitment to professional growth.
What Madlopha & Thenga Offers
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Hands-on mentorship from experienced legal professionals.
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A supportive learning environment to grow into a skilled attorney.
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Opportunity for long-term career growth within the firm (performance-based).
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