Please read the job ad below carefully before applying, and then fill in the below form, ensuring your upload all six required documents, or your application will not be considered.

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Richard Spoor Inc Attorneys is a dynamic public interest law firm specialising in constitutional law, administrative law, land rights, occupational health and safety matters and class actions. RSI seeks to appoint an admitted attorney to join the firm in its class action practice.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Managing and reviewing complex discovery documents and processes.
Consulting with clients and managing client files.
Consulting with and briefing counsel.
Co-ordinating and planning large-scale litigation.
Drafting legal documents, submissions and/or opinions.
Administrating client files and providing litigation updates to clients.
Engaging with governmental and/or private institutions on clients' behalf.
Monitoring progress of cases, including co-ordination of fieldwork and other tasks.
Preparing damages reports.
Consulting with experts and reviewing of expert reports.
Building and maintaining partnerships with key stakeholders and clients.
Liaising with the media.

Requirements:

Admitted attorney with at least 2 years' post admission experience.
Advantages:
Demonstrated commitment to human rights
Fluency in one or more official languages
Practical experience as a litigator
Advanced computer literacy
Advanced Excel skills

Additional Information:

Start date: Immediate.
Location: Parktown, Johannesburg and White River, Mpumalanga
In line with RSI's commitment to transformation, preference will be given to candidates from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Documentation Required:

Motivational cover letter
Current CV
Two reference letters
Academic transcript
Writing sample

Only those candidates who submit all requisite documents will be considered. For any queries, please contact specialist paralegal, Mathudi Nyuswa, on 011 482 6081.

Deadline: 17 June 2024, 5pm.