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Join Our Team: Legal Professional (Civil Department) at LAW FOR ALL - Cape Town and Pretoria

At LAW FOR ALL, we're focused on making legal services accessible to all South African's. We're hiring a Legal Professional for our Civil department in Cape Town and Pretoria who can use the law to help our policyholders make informed decisions and solve their legal challenges. In this role, you'll give legal advice, mediate disputes, negotiate on behalf of clients, and draft important legal documents. You'll be part of a talented team that works together in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Salary and Benefits:

• R240,000 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Discovery Health Medical Aid
• Retirement Annuity Contribution
• Healthy Company Benefits

What You'll Be Doing:

• Talking with clients to understand their needs and providing quick, clear legal and product advice.
• Helping mediate disputes, working towards settlements and preparing documents
• Attending to civil and/or Consumer Law files such as consumer protection, claims by clients, contractual and debt related disputes;
• Drafting legal documents and correspondence tailored to the needs of each client.
• Drafting of letters and contracts such as warning letters, referrals, letters of demand, lease agreements and any other letters as required;
• Keeping detailed and organized case file notes, with regular updates to make sure everything is clear and accurate.
• Updating clients on their cases, so they always know what's happening.
• Explaining legal issues in a way that's easy to understand and recording them properly on case files.
• Reviewing cases and offering clear legal and merit opinions to help policyholders make informed decisions.
• Following the company's procedures and policies to maintain high standards in all your work.

Qualifications:

• An LLB degree
• Admitted as an attorney or advocate
• At least 2+ years post admission experience in Civil and/or Consumer Law related disputes
• Must demonstrate proficiency in two official African languages, of which Afrikaans should be one

Key Competencies:

• Strong legal knowledge and understanding of legal principles
• Ability to communicate effectively in two official languages of which Afrikaans should be one
• Self-driven and able to lead when needed.
• Clear communicator who works well with others.
• Friendly and easy to get along with.
• Good at working with the team to meet goals.
• Able to plan and think ahead with effective time management skills
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Can spot risks and take steps to avoid them.
• Professional and approachable.
• Makes ethical decisions that support both clients and the company.

Why LAW FOR ALL?

• Join an award-winning team recognized as one of South Africa's top employers.
• Be part of an agile, mission-driven environment that offers opportunities for professional growth and development.

Benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid working model, with offices in Cape Town / Pretoria.

This position is available for our Cape Town and Pretoria office

If you're ready to advance your legal career while helping make legal services accessible for all South African's, we'd love to hear from you

Industry

• Legal Services

Join Our Team: Legal Professional (Family and Estates Department) at LAW FOR ALL – Cape Town

At LAW FOR ALL, we're focused on making legal services accessible to all South African's. We're hiring a Legal Professional for our Family and Estates department in Cape Town who can use the law to help our policyholders make informed decisions and solve their legal challenges. In this role, you'll give legal advice, mediate disputes, negotiate on behalf of clients, and draft important legal documents. You'll be part of a talented team that works together in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Salary and Benefits:

• R240,000 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Discovery Health Medical Aid
• Retirement Annuity Contribution
• Healthy Company Benefits

What You'll Be Doing:

• Talking with clients to understand their needs and providing quick, clear legal and product advice.
• Helping mediate disputes, working towards settlements and preparing documents
• Attending to family and estate files
• Drafting legal documents and correspondence tailored to the needs of each client.
• Drafting of letters and contracts such as warning letters, referrals, letters of demand, lease agreements and any other letters as required;
• Keeping detailed and organized case file notes, with regular updates to make sure everything is clear and accurate.
• Updating clients on their cases, so they always know what's happening.
• Explaining legal issues in a way that's easy to understand and recording them properly on case files.
• Reviewing cases and offering clear legal and merit opinions to help policyholders make informed decisions.
• Following the company's procedures and policies to maintain high standards in all your work.

Qualifications:

• An LLB degree
• Admitted as an attorney or advocate
• At least 2+ years post admission experience in Family and Estates related disputes
• Must demonstrate proficiency in two official African languages, of which Sotho /Tswana should be one

Key Competencies:

• Strong legal knowledge and understanding of legal principles
• Ability to communicate effectively in two official languages of which Sotho /Tswana should be one
• Self-driven and able to lead when needed.
• Clear communicator who works well with others.
• Friendly and easy to get along with.
• Good at working with the team to meet goals.
• Able to plan and think ahead with effective time management skills
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Can spot risks and take steps to avoid them.
• Professional and approachable.
• Makes ethical decisions that support both clients and the company.

Why LAW FOR ALL?

• Join an award-winning team recognized as one of South Africa's top employers.
• Be part of an agile, mission-driven environment that offers opportunities for professional growth and development.

Benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid working model, with offices in Cape Town.

This position is available for our Cape Town office

If you're ready to advance your legal career while helping make legal services accessible for all South African's, we'd love to hear from you

We're looking for a driven Legal Professional in our Cape Town Office who will be responsible for rendering professional legal advice, acting on behalf of LAW FOR ALL policy holders by way of informal mediation and negotiations to solve legal disputes.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

LLB Degree

Admission as an attorney or advocate

Ability to speak, write and understand two official African languages of which Sotho / Tswana should be one or both,

Experience in family and estate related matters advantageous

Computer literate, excellent verbal and written communication skills and initiative,

Excellent Team Player

Ability to work with little or no supervision

Positive and motivated individual

Also possess the attributes as set out under the heading skills, ability and knowledge,

Strong drafting skills.

Ability to work flexible hours

Creative problem solving capabilities

RESPONSIBILITIES:

(Duties, as set out below, is not limited to same, any reasonable request made by LAW for ALL or demands that the office might require will be the responsibility of the Legal Professional to comply with and/or attend to)

Responsible for taking down comprehensive instructions from policy holders during personal consultations or telephonically, or by receipt of written instructions by letter, email; and supply immediate basic legal and product advice if required

Attend to family and estate related matters

Explaining the LAW FOR ALL process in detail to members as well as the exclusion procedure.

Attend to drafting of warning letters, referrals where applicable, letters to policy holders and third parties as well as settlement agreements.

Supply regular progress reports and/or feedback to policy holders on their pending files. Feedback must be provided to policy holders at least twice a month or as often as the legal matter dictates.

Comprehensive notes to be made on all pending files when taking instructions and or providing advice and/or follow ups etc.

Verbal and written interpretation of the law to the legal matters and reflection thereof on the files in a comprehensive manner.

Applying the legal principles to the facts of the matter and providing policy holders with legal opinions, whether written or telephonically.

Research legal relevant topics to remain aware of all current laws in a particular legal scenario.

Follow instructions left by management in file notes or via e-mail or verbal instruction

Ensuring compliance with the Legal and Claims policies as well as policy considerations

Maintaining effective relationships with administration and support staff.

Drafting of wills, letters, representations and settlement agreements

Mediation for the purposes of solving or assisting the policy holders legal issue at hand

Assessing merits of legal cases for the purposes of legal advice to policy holders and/or for ascertaining whether the policy holder qualifies for litigation cover in terms of Law for All products/policies

Ensuring accuracy and compliance when escalating matters to our claims department with minimal returns

Exceptional performance delivery

Verification of policy payment history monthly.

Follow rejection/exclusion procedures

Proper administration of his/her file load of pending case files; and diarising system.

Attending to all tasks in timeframe provided

WHAT WE OFFER

• An Agile Team

Competitive (with benefits)

Professional Development

• A flexible schedule accommodating both office and remote work

Cool Team

LIPCO - LAW FOR ALL is an award-winning company, listed as one of the Top 20 places in South Africa by the Top Employers Institute.

Submit your CV and copy of your qualifications today

If you haven't received any communication from us within two weeks following the deadline, please be advised that your application has not been successful.

We're looking for a driven Legal Professional in our Pretoria Office who will be responsible for rendering professional legal advice to Law for All policy holders. The successful candidate will act on behalf of Law for All policy holders by way of informal mediation and negotiations; This includes attending to the drafting of letters and other legal documents, also conducting consultations with policy holders with the intention of ensuring that their matters are resolved amicably.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

LLB degree, admitted as an attorney or advocate is advantageous,

Ability to speak, write and understand two official African Languages,

2+ years' post articles Civil experience in a Legal Environment.

Must possess qualities such as honesty and integrity,

Must be fully computer-literate and have good communication and administration skills,

Excellent team player,

Able to work without supervision;

Must be able to take initiative and innovative in their approach to their work,

Able to collaborate with other team members and departments ,

Strong drafting skills;

High level legal knowledge,

Positive mindset and motivated individual,

Also possess the attributes as set out under the heading skills, ability and knowledge.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

(Duties, as set out below, is not limited to same, any reasonable request made by LAW for ALL or demands that the office might require will be the responsibility of the Legal Professional to comply with and/or attend to)

Responsible for taking down comprehensive and clear instructions from policy holders during personal consultations or telephonically, or by receipt of written instructions by letter, email or fax;

Supply immediate basic legal and product advice once the instruction has been received from the policy holder;

Attendance to criminal, civil, family, labour and commercial files;

Drafting of new cases on Lawyerly ensuring to include all relevant dates and advise on prescription, time bars and/or dies dates where applicable;

Verification of the status of the policy before commencing with legal assistance;

The LAW FOR ALL process (advice, mediation and litigation) must be explained in detail to members as well as the exclusion procedure;

Attend to drafting of letters and contracts such as warning letters, OT7 referrals, letters of demand, lease agreements and any other letters as required;

Responding to correspondence and legal notices on behalf of policy holder such as summons, notice to vacate and other correspondence as per the departmental and organizational processes and procedures;

Making constructive attendances on files on each diary date

Keeping of comprehensive and complete legal case files with regular entries and notes as prescribed by the legal services manual, departmental how to guide and any other policy relevant to the department and/or organisation;

Supply regular progress reports and/or feedback to policy holders on their pending files. Feedback must be provided to policy holders at least twice a month or as often as the legal matter dictates;

Verbal and written interpretation of the law and legal matters and reflection thereof on the files in a comprehensive manner;

Providing policy holders with legal opinions, whether written or telephonically in a manner which is understandable to the ordinary person;

Research legal relevant topics to remain aware of all current laws and legal developments.

Follow instructions left by management in file notes or via e-mail or verbal instruction;

Maintaining effective relationships with legal, administration and support staff.

Drafting of letters, representations and appeals;

Mediate on matters for the purposes of settlement agreements and debt repayments and/or drafting of basic legal contracts and wills;

Assessing merits of legal cases for the purposes of legal advice to policy holders and/or for ascertaining whether member qualifies for litigation cover (product knowledge);

Managing litigation claims in cooperation with the Head of Department and in accordance with the guidelines provided by the Legal Services Manual and Departmental How To Guide;

Organising referrals/instructions to accredited panel attorneys;

Administration and payment of panel attorney invoices and correspondence;

Follow rejection/exclusion procedures in accordance with the legal professional guidebook and as required by law;

Proper administration of file load of pending case files; and diarising system;

Attending to call backs to clients, received via tasks on Lawyerly, by email or any other method;

Adherence to all departmental and Law for all processes, procedures and policies;

WHAT WE OFFER

• An Agile Team

Competitive (with benefits)

Professional Development

• A flexible schedule accommodating both office and remote work

Cool Team

LIPCO - LAW FOR ALL is an award-winning company, listed as one of the Top 20 places in South Africa by the Top Employers Institute.

Submit your CV and copy of your qualifications today

If you haven't received any communication from us within two weeks following the deadline, please be advised that your application has not been successful.

Join Our Team: Legal Professional (Civil Department) at LAW FOR ALL - Pretoria

At LAW FOR ALL, we're focused on making legal services accessible to all South African's. We're hiring a Legal Professional for our Civil department in Cape Town who can use the law to help our policyholders make informed decisions and solve their legal challenges. In this role, you'll give legal advice, mediate disputes, negotiate on behalf of clients, and draft important legal documents. You'll be part of a talented team that works together in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Salary and Benefits:

• R240,000 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Discovery Health Medical Aid
• Retirement Annuity Contribution
• Healthy Company Benefits

What You'll Be Doing:

• Talking with clients to understand their needs and providing quick, clear legal and product advice.
• Helping mediate disputes, working towards settlements and preparing documents
• Attending to civil files such as consumer protection, claims by clients, contractual and debt related disputes;
• Drafting legal documents and correspondence tailored to the needs of each client.
• Drafting of letters and contracts such as warning letters, referrals, letters of demand, lease agreements and any other letters as required;
• Keeping detailed and organized case file notes, with regular updates to make sure everything is clear and accurate.
• Updating clients on their cases, so they always know what's happening.
• Explaining legal issues in a way that's easy to understand and recording them properly on case files.
• Reviewing cases and offering clear legal and merit opinions to help policyholders make informed decisions.
• Following the company's procedures and policies to maintain high standards in all your work.

Qualifications:

• An LLB degree
• Admitted as an attorney or advocate
• At least 2+ years post admission experience in Civil law related disputes

Must demonstrate proficiency in two official African languages,

Key Competencies:

• Strong legal knowledge and understanding of legal principles
• Ability to communicate effectively in two official languages of which Afrikaans should be one
• Self-driven and able to lead when needed.
• Clear communicator who works well with others.
• Friendly and easy to get along with.
• Good at working with the team to meet goals.
• Able to plan and think ahead with effective time management skills
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Can spot risks and take steps to avoid them.
• Professional and approachable.
• Makes ethical decisions that support both clients and the company.

Why LAW FOR ALL?

• Join an award-winning team recognized as one of South Africa's top employers.
• Be part of an agile, mission-driven environment that offers opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid working model, with offices in Cape Town.

This position is available for our Cape Town office

If you're ready to advance your legal career while helping make legal services accessible for all South African's, we'd love to hear from you

Industry

• Legal Services

We are looking for a motivated individual to join our Housing Disrepair team. The role involves legal drafting, preparing court documentation, and liaising directly with clients to keep them informed and engaged throughout their claim. Full training will be provided, but prior experience in housing disrepair or litigation support is desirable.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft and prepare legal documents, including letters of claim, witness statements, and court forms.
• Manage case files and ensure all documentation is accurate and submitted on time.
• Liaise with clients to provide regular updates and maintain engagement throughout the claims process.
• Assist solicitors with case preparation and day-to-day management of housing disrepair claims.
• Maintain a high level of attention to detail and compliance with internal procedures.

Skills & Experience:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Confident in liaising with clients in a professional and supportive manner.
• IT literate, with good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Desirable (but not essential, as training will be provided):

• Experience in legal drafting or litigation support.
• Knowledge of housing disrepair claims or civil procedure rules
• Familiarity with a Case Management System

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R8 333,33 - R11 873,00 per month

Work Location: In person

1. Stable track record
2. Should be 45 or younger
3. Salary: R20,000- R25,000
4. Must have Ghost Practice experience

Warrick de Wet Redman Attorneys is a well-established law firm known for providing high-quality legal services and a client-focused approach. We are currently seeking a highly organized and professional Legal Secretary to join our team. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent administrative skills, and the ability to provide comprehensive support to attorneys.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide secretarial support to attorneys, including drafting, formatting, and preparing legal documents and correspondence
• Conduct accurate typing from dictation and handwritten notes
• Open, manage, and close client files in accordance with firm procedures
• Maintain and update case management systems and filing systems (electronic and hard copy)
• Schedule appointments, manage attorney calendars, and coordinate meetings
• File, photocopy, and scan documents, ensuring all records are kept up to date
• Liaise with clients, courts, counsel, and other parties in a professional and timely manner
• Assist with preparation of court bundles and trial documents
• Perform general administrative support as required

Requirements

• Proven experience as a legal secretary (experience in litigation and/or commercial transactions will be an advantage)
• Strong understanding of legal processes and terminology
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High level of accuracy, speed, and attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure
• Professional appearance and demeanour

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to Catherine Schmuhl

Company Description

Established in 2010, Poswa Incorporated (Poswa Inc) is a progressive law firm specializing in all aspects of commercial law, including transaction structuring, agreement negotiation and drafting, legal opinions, and legal due diligence. The firm also offers services in conveyancing, notarial expertise, and litigation across commercial, civil, and labor spheres. Headquartered in Sandton, Johannesburg, with provincial offices in Durban and Bloemfontein.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Legal Secretary based in the Bloemfontein. The Legal Secretary will be responsible for managing legal documents, assisting legal professionals, performing clerical tasks, and managing appointments and diaries. The role involves day-to-day tasks such as preparing legal documents, supporting attorneys, and maintaining organized records.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and prepare foreclosure documents and correspondence, this includes but not limited to Section 129 Notice, summons, Rule 46 Applications, Judgement, warrant of execution and SIE etc.

• Manage and organize foreclosure files and records.

• Coordinate with clients, attorneys, sheriffs and other stakeholders.

• Effective use of GhostPractice software or similar

• Ensure compliance with legal procedures and deadlines.

• Assist in the preparation of reports and other administrative tasks as needed.

• Daily updates on the banking system

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in a similar role.

• Preferable experience with home loans, asset vehicle finance foreclosure processes.

• Proficiency in GhostPractice software or similar.

• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation.

Skills Required:

• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

• Attention to detail and confidentiality.

• Ghost Practice

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