Associate I/II

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 PurposeIn 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.Key Skills & AttributesStrong legal drafting, negotiation and advocacy skillsMeticulous attention to detail and strong time management capabilitiesAbility to manage multiple matters with tight deadlinesHigh emotional intelligence and client service orientationCollaborative team player with integrity, professionalism and resilienceCommercial awareness with focus on fee generation and accurate invoicingProfessional fluency in both English and AfrikaansJob Specific CompetenciesLegal expertise in Family LawCase and client managementAnalytical and problem-solving abilityCommunication and advocacyOrganisation and time managementCollaboration and professional conductBusiness and practice awarenessPrecision and accuracy when evaluating evidenceAnticipates challenge and proactively mitigates risksKey ResponsibilitiesFamily LawManage caseload of family law matters including divorce, maintenance, primary residence and contact, domestic violence, adoption and marital property disputesDraft and review legal documents including summons, affidavits, settlement agreements and parenting pre-trial conferences and mediationsProvide sound legal advice and guide clients through emotionally charged situations with empathy and discretionLiaise with advocates, social workers, mediators and other stakeholders as requiredOtherPrepare relevant articles for publicationManage account managementAssist as required with limited RAF filesBusiness DevelopmentLegal researchEducationLegal QualificationAdmitted Attorney of the High Court of South AfricaExperience1-2 years’ experience post admission, with focus on Family LawFamily Law and litigation, drafting and court appearancesAbility to manage multiple matters with tight deadlines