Junior Admitted Attorney (Foreclosure / Banking Litigation)

Junior Admitted Attorney (Foreclosure / Banking Litigation)

Recruiter

ARCS

Job Ref

PTA001444/TM

Date posted

Thursday, July 30, 2026

Location

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary

28000.00 Monthly

SUMMARY

Junior Foreclosure Litigation Attorney (Admitted)

Location: Cape Town CBD

Employment Type: Permanent

Work Arrangement: On-site

Salary: R28,000 – R35,000 CTC per month

Start Date: 1 September 2026 or sooner

Introduction

A well-established legal practice is seeking a Junior Litigation Attorney with 3–5 years’ post-qualification experience (PQE) to join its litigation team in Cape Town.

The ideal candidate will have solid experience in banking litigation, home loan foreclosures and High Court litigation, with the ability to manage a substantial caseload while maintaining accuracy, quality and strong turnaround times.

The successful candidate will be comfortable handling defended and opposed litigation, have a sound understanding of the National Credit Act (NCA), and demonstrate strong administrative, organisational and reporting capabilities.

Rights of appearance in the High Court are essential. Candidates who are also qualified as Conveyancers will have an added advantage.

POSITION INFO

Duties & Responsibilities Manage a high-volume litigation caseload from inception through to finalisation. Handle banking litigation and home loan foreclosure matters . Manage defended and opposed litigation in the High Court . Draft, review and prepare pleadings, notices, affidavits, correspondence and other legal documentation. Conduct legal research and provide sound legal advice in relation to matters under management. Apply and interpret the National Credit Act and other relevant legislation. Prepare matters for hearings, applications, trials and other court proceedings. Attend to court appearances and manage litigation proceedings effectively. Liaise with clients, counsel, attorneys, court officials and other relevant stakeholders. Monitor matter progress, deadlines, court dates and procedural requirements. Maintain accurate and up-to-date matter files and records. Complete required administrative tasks and provide accurate reporting on matters and caseloads. Manage a demanding workload while maintaining a high level of attention to detail. Work efficiently within strict deadlines and turnaround requirements. Identify potential risks, delays and procedural issues and address these proactively. Where required, assist with matters involving courts outside the candidate's immediate jurisdiction. Requirements LLB or equivalent recognised legal qualification. Admission as an Attorney in South Africa. 3-5 years' post-qualification experience. Right of appearance in the High Court. Proven experience in banking litigation . Practical experience with home loan foreclosures . Experience handling defended and/or opposed High Court litigation . Strong working knowledge of the National Credit Act (NCA) . Previous trial experience is preferable . Experience dealing with matters across multiple jurisdictions will be advantageous. Conveyancing qualification will be advantageous. Demonstrated ability to manage high volumes of work in a fast-paced environment. Strong administrative, organisational and reporting skills. Excellent drafting, analytical and legal research abilities. Strong attention to detail and the ability to work accurately under pressure. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and work independently. Professional, commercially aware and solutions-oriented approach to litigation.