Our highly specialised team of attorneys at Bell Dewar balance excellence in the workplace with a commitment to a fulfilled life outside of it.

We employ top candidates looking to specialise in business law and make a positive contribution to society. We are an equal opportunity employer who rejects any form of discrimination and rewards excellence.

Candidate Attorneys

Skills transfer is encouraged by involving candidate attorneys in projects as part of a bigger team - exposing them broader skills and vast experience. You will be actively encouraged to join in and engage with voluntary committees and key elements in civil society. This interaction gives you access and exposure to the changing political and social landscapes. It assists you when advising clients and shapes your thinking on matters beyond just the legal sphere.

Bell Dewar does not employ more candidate attorneys than it can accommodate as associates after the completion of articles. This means that there will always be a place at the firm for those candidate attorneys who, during articles, have displayed the necessary skills to become future directors of the firm.

We consider candidates with any undergraduate degree plus LLB, a four-year LLB or Master with LLM.

Applications for Candidate Attorneys must reach us by no later than 31 March.
Please include a CV, reference letter and copies of all qualifications.

Vacation Programmes

Bell Dewar runs two vacation programmes. As a vacation student you will be exposed to the realities of legal practice. Wherever possible, you will accompany attorneys to consultations with both clients and counsel and be given research briefs pertinent to live cases. There are also outings and some fun social activities, as well as opportunities to meet the staff of Bell Dewar during informal functions. Numbers are limited, ensuring that each student receives sufficient guidance and allowing for a thorough assessment of each student's potential. The firm has selected many of its candidate attorneys from the groups of vacation students.

Applications for the June programme must be received by end April.
Applications for the December programme must be received by the end October.

All applicants must submit a detailed CV with a letter motivating their application, certified copies of their matric certificate and university results, together with a letter of reference.

Applications may be faxed, posted or e-mailed to:

The Human Resources Manager - Sarah O'Brien