High Court Unit Manager

Job Description:

To manage the allocation of cases to private practitioners (Judicare) in High Court cases.

Job Responsibilities:

• To manage the functioning and administration of the High Court Unit.
• To ensure sound management of the Unit’s finances and other assets.
• To manage the client database on Sebenza.
• To assist with the preparation and maintenance of the annual budget for the Unit.
• To manage legal aid to the poor in the area of jurisdiction.

Job Requirements:

• Admitted Attorney or Advocate with right of appearance in the High Court.
• At least 12 years of post-qualification legal experience, 10 years of post-admission experience, of which 4 years must be court experience.
• A valid Code 08 driver’s licence is an advantage.
• Minimum three (3) years experience in a Management position.
• A recognised tertiary legal qualification (LLB or B.Proc).