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Dante Personnel Wednesday, 20 May 2026 Legal - Other Legal South Africa

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Job Specification Company Reference Number CPT008162/JS Job Summary

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A well-established legal practice is seeking to appoint a skilled and motivated Associate with solid experience in Personal Injury law. This opportunity is ideal for a driven legal professional who is confident managing matters independently while also leading and supporting a team

KEY RESPONSIBILTIES

Manage personal injury case files from inception to finalization Assess claims and provide strategic legal advice to prospective clients Draft, review, and amend legal documents (claims, pleadings, motions, discovery, demand letters, subpoenas, memoranda, etc.) Conduct legal research, particularly in case law and premises liability Gather and analyze evidence, including insurance policies, medical records, and expenses Liaise with clients, experts, insurers, medical professionals, and other stakeholders Negotiate settlements in clients’ best interests, including with insurers, RAF, and State Attorney Represent clients in hearings, trials, mediations, depositions, and other proceedings Prepare for court, including trial preparation, exhibits, and witness coordination Maintain accurate case records on case management systems Manage and supervise a team of legal support staff Act as primary client contact, providing updates and legal guidance Review medical reports and assess injury impact on claims Calculate loss of earnings and apply contingencies

Ensure efficient case progression and timely finalization of matters Minimum requirements: Minimum of 3 years’ post-admission experience Proven experience in Personal Injury law Proficiency in case management systems, including Caselines and Court Online Working knowledge of the AJS accounting system

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office SKILLS: Ability to work autonomously and manage a demanding caseload Strong risk identification and assessment capability Excellent communication skills with clients, colleagues, and third parties Effective time management with the ability to prioritise competing deadlines Sound decision-making ability with a proactive approach Competent in MS Office (particularly Excel and Word), internet, and email, including drafting own correspondence High attention to detail, particularly when working with financial data Consultant: Joss Suffield - Dante Personnel Cape Town Apply via our website www.dantesa.co.za If you do not hear from us within 5 days, please accept that your application was unsuccessful Dante Personnel Recruiter Apply Now Refer a friend

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