Rob Green & AssociatesCandidate Attorney
Jan. 2016 - Jul. 2017Cape Town, Western Cape, South AfricaAs a Candidate Attorney, I gained comprehensive exposure to various areas of law, honing my skills in litigation, client management, and legal drafting. My key responsibilities included: Court Processes: Managed Magistrates’ and High Court processes, including pleadings, bail applications, and trial preparation. Legal Research & Opinions:
Conducted in-depth legal research and drafted specialized legal opinions on a range of criminal, civil, and commercial matters. Dispute Resolution: Mediated family, divorce, and civil disputes, ensuring amicable resolutions. Client Representation: Appeared in Magistrates’, Children’s, Criminal, Civil, and Maintenance Courts, advocating for clients in cases related to domestic violence, sexual offences, and maintenance. Document Management:
Prepared affidavits, pleadings, and notices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with procedural requirements. Contract Law:
Drafted and reviewed agreements for corporate activities and transactions, ensuring legal compliance and mitigating risks. Debt Recovery: Oversaw legal recoveries, including drafting bills of cost and conducting Magistrates’ Court taxations. Leadership & Supervision: Delegated tasks to legal assistants and Candidate Attorneys, audited case files, and provided mentorship. This role provided me with extensive experience in both litigation and client-focused legal work, laying a strong foundation for my career in law.