Conveyancer

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal counsel on family law matters involving property and assets, including:
• Property division during divorce settlements.
• Drafting and registering antenuptial contracts.
• Advising on matrimonial property regimes.
• Property transfers linked to divorce or inheritance.
• Joint ownership agreements and related disputes.
• Draft, review, and finalise conveyancing documents, deeds, and family law agreements.
• Handle property registrations and transfers at the Deeds Office.
• Represent clients in negotiations and settlements involving family and property issues.
• Ensure accurate drafting and submission of legal documents relating to both family law and conveyancing.
• Manage a caseload independently while providing mentorship to junior attorneys, candidate attorneys, and support staff.
• Maintain strong client relationships, ensuring confidentiality, professionalism, and empathy.
• Stay up to date with legislative developments and case law in both family law and conveyancing.
• Contribute to practice growth through networking, client engagement, and referrals.

Requirements:

• Admitted Attorney and Conveyancer of the High Court of South Africa.
• Minimum 710 years post-admission experience with strong focus on both family law and conveyancing.
• Proven track record in handling complex family law matters involving property, asset division, and antenuptial contracts.
• Strong knowledge of conveyancing procedures and Deeds Office requirements.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and litigation skills.
• High attention to detail and strong organisational ability.
• Ability to lead and mentor junior legal staff.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a client-focused approach.

Personal Attributes:

• Empathetic yet professional, with the ability to manage sensitive family law matters.
• Analytical and detail-driven with a solutions-focused mindset.
• Resilient under pressure and able to manage deadlines effectively.
• Highly ethical and discreet with client information.

Why Join:

• Opportunity to specialise in the intersection of family law and conveyancing.
• Be part of a reputable Cape Town practice with a solid client base.
• Lead and develop a legal team within a supportive, professional environment.
• Exposure to high-value and complex family property matters.