Werksmans Attorneys

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  • What makes us an employer of choice? 

    When you choose us, you will be joining an exceptional family of lawyers. Our investment in training and development of our team is insurmountable.

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    Choosing the right law firm is a big decision for every graduating law student because the firm you serve your CA/PVTC in sets the stage for the rest of your career.

    Securing a place on the Werksmans CA/PVTC Programme opens up a realm of legal knowledge. We see our CA’s of today as the leaders of our firm tomorrow.

    The CA/PVTC Programme will give you the opportunity to work with high-calibre clients (including many of South Africa’s leading multinationals, listed companies and financial institutions), alongside some of the best legal minds in the country.

    At Werksmans, there is limited space on our vacation and CA/PVTC programmes. We therefore encourage students to apply as early as possible.

    Who we look for:

    • We look for attorneys who have a passion for life, learning, expertise and intellect.
    • We accept applications from the following disciplines from all accredited South African institutes of higher learning, LLB, B Com Law, BA Law, BAccLLB.
    • We seek students who are academically excellent and who also have diverse interests.
  • What is your main reason for joining Graduate Employers?  To create awareness of our employer brand To promote graduate opportunities at our company 

Company Description

Established in the early 1900s, Werksmans Attorneys is a leading South African corporate and commercial law firm serving multinationals, listed companies, financial institutions, entrepreneurs, individuals and government.

Operating in Gauteng and the Western Cape, and a member of the LEX Africa Alliance. The firm has a formidable track record in mergers & acquisitions, banking & finance, and commercial litigation & dispute resolution, we are distinguished by the people, clients and work that we attract and retain.

Our lawyers constitute a powerful team of independent-minded individuals who share a common passion and service ethos.

Our success is built on a solid foundation of insightful and innovative deal structuring and legal advice; a keen understanding of business and economic imperatives; and a strong focus on achieving the best outcome for clients.

LEX Africa was established in 1993 as the first and largest African legal network and offers huge potential for Werksmans’ clients as it provides a gateway to Africa to companies seeking to do business on the continent. Each LEX Africa member firm specialises in corporate and commercial law and dispute resolution combined with intimate knowledge of the local customs, business practices, cultures and languages of each country.