Candidate Legal Practitioner

Company Description

Benita Ardenbaum Attorneys is a distinguished family law firm specializing in divorce and family law matters, with over 30 years of experience in delivering innovative solutions. The firm is known for providing personalized attention, leveraging expert negotiation, mediation, and litigation strategies tailored to each client. Led by the award-winning Benita Ardenbaum, a member of the prestigious International Academy of Family Lawyers (IAFL), the firm has been recognized for excellence by numerous organizations, including awards as a leading figure in KwaZulu-Natal's business community. The team is committed to guiding clients with professionalism, compassion, and strategic expertise.

Role Description

Are you a driven and ambitious LLB graduate ready to launch your legal career?

We are seeking a personable and dedicated Candidate Legal Practitioner to join our law firm in Durban and complete their period of practical vocational training (articles of clerkship) under the supervision of a principal. This role offers hands-on exposure to family law matters, litigation, mediation, and negotiation, while you work toward admission as an attorney. We pride ourselves on empowering our team and fostering a dynamic, high-performance environment. A genuine interest in psychology and human behaviour will set you apart, enabling you to connect with clients and guide them through challenging circumstances with empathy and professionalism.

Key Requirements

· LLB degree (completed)

· Registered, or eligible for registration, as a Candidate Legal Practitioner with the Legal Practice Council (LPC)

· A signed Practical Vocational Training (articles) contract, or willingness to conclude one

· Genuine interest in family law and/or commercial law

· Strong legal research and investigative skills

· Sound drafting and document review skills

· Willingness to attend the LPC's Practical Vocational Training course and sit the admission examinations

· Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills

· Ability to work under supervision while showing initiative

· Ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment

· Sound understanding of relevant laws and regulatory frameworks

Key Responsibilities

· Assist attorneys with drafting, reviewing, and preparing legal documents, contracts, and agreements

· Conduct legal research to support case strategy and decision-making

· Prepare pleadings, court bundles, and correspondence under supervision

· Attend consultations, mediations, and court proceedings alongside supervising attorneys

· Monitor and help interpret relevant legal developments

· Support legal risk assessments and compliance checks

· Manage legal records and maintain accurate documentation

· Liaise professionally with clients, courts, and other stakeholders

· Collaborate with colleagues across the firm on various matters

· Fulfil all requirements of the Practical Vocational Training period as prescribed by the LPC

· Engage in ongoing professional development and training

Remuneration: Market-related Salary in line with the LPC's prescribed minimum thresholds for candidate legal practitioners

If you are a compassionate and driven LLB graduate who thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment, we would love to hear from you.

Apply to ***email_hidden*** or reach out via direct messages to learn more.