Job Description

Description
Why Join Adams & Adams?
At Adams & Adams, we pride ourselves on being an industry leader in Africa, driven by a commitment to client centricity and unparalleled service. We foster an environment of trust, collaboration and personal growth for our people and our community.
Our success is built on attracting and nurturing exceptional talent while fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation. We are deeply committed to the development and well-being of our people, striving to create an engaging work environment where everyone can reach their full potential. By empowering our team to bring fresh ideas and innovative solutions to the workplace, we ensure that our clients receive the best possible service.
Family law in South Africa encompasses legal matters related to marriage, divorce, child custody, adoption, and domestic partnerships. At Adams & Adams we ensure that we approach all family matters with sensitivity and care to all parties concerned and ultimately, seek a resolution that is best for the family. Our experience, expertise and discretion allows us to provide the right service and achieve the best outcome.
Job Purpose
In this role, you will provide high quality legal expertise and representation in Family Law, supporting clients across a range of family law matters in a dynamic and fast paced environment.
The Associate role is critical in advancing our client's interests, supporting Partners in complex cases, and contributing to the Firm's reputation for excellence, efficiency and client care.
No two days are the same as each case presents new challenges, the opportunities to learn and grow, and space to make a difference in client's lives.
Requirements
Skills and Attributes

• Strong legal drafting, negotiation and advocacy skills
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong time management capabilities
• Ability to manage multiple matters with tight deadlines
• High emotional intelligence and client service orientation
• Collaborative team player with integrity, professionalism and resilience
• Commercial awareness with focus on fee generation and accurate invoicing
• Professional fluency in both English and Afrikaans

Job Specific Competencies

• Legal expertise in Family Law
• Case and client management
• Analytical and problem-solving ability
• Communication and advocacy
• Organisation and time management
• Collaboration and professional conduct
• Business and practice awareness
• Precision and accuracy when evaluating evidence
• Anticipates challenge and proactively mitigates risks

Key Responsibilities
Family Law

• Manage caseload of family law matters including divorce, maintenance, primary residence and contact, domestic violence, adoption and marital property disputes
• Draft and review legal documents including summons, affidavits, settlement agreements and parenting pre-trial conferences and mediations
• Provide sound legal advice and guide clients through emotionally charged situations with empathy and discretion
• Liaise with advocates, social workers, mediators and other stakeholders as required

Other

• Prepare relevant articles for publication
• Manage account management
• Assist as required with limited RAF files
• Business Development
• Legal Research

Qualifications

• Legal Qualification
• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa

Experience

• 1-2 years' experience post admission, with focus on Family Law
• Family Law and litigation, drafting and court appearances
• Ability to manage multiple matters with tight deadlines

Work Level
Mid-Level
Type
Permanent
Salary
Market Related
EE Position
Yes
Location
Pretoria

Skills Required