CANDIDATE LEGAL PRACTITIONER 2025

VACANCY

CANDIDATE LEGAL PRACTITIONER

04 November 2024

• LLB degree
• Demonstrated interest in human rights, children’s rights, and social justice work
• Strong interest in research as a component of legal work
• Good oral and written communication skills in English
• Proficiency in other South African official languages will be an advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite

• Assisting in strategic litigation cases;
• Research in support of advocacy and litigation activities;
• Conducting field research in communities;
• Drafting pleadings and legal opinions;
• Assisting in the drafting of research reports;
• Providing input into draft policies and legislation;
• Preparing documents for and appearing in court;
• Liaison with clients, counsel, and partners; and
• Representing CCL in civil society, statutory and community fora.

To apply, please combine your CV, cover letter, and certified copies of qualifications into a single PDF document: 

1. A cover letter motivating why you are a suitable candidate for the position;
2. A detailed CV demonstrating that you have the necessary qualifications, skills and experience for this position, as well as the names and contact details of at least two contactable references;
3. Certified copies of all qualifications; and
4. A written sample of at most five pages. This need not be a stand-alone piece but may form part of a larger writing project such as an LLB final-year dissertation. (Please do not send the full dissertation).

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