We welcome attorneys with a passion for

Life, Learning,
Expertise and
Intellect

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Hello Graduates!

WELCOME TO THE WERKSMANS ATTORNEYS GRADUATE WEBSITE, BUILT SPECIFICALLY WITH YOU IN MIND

Why choose us?

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

What we offer

You can join us either on a Vacation Work Programme or as a Candidate Attorney. These programmes will open up a world of opportunity to work with some of the best legal minds in the country for the highest calibre of clients.

VACATION WORK PROGRAMME

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CANDIDATE ATTORNEY

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Life at Werksmans

We have lawyers specialising in almost every field of corporate and commercial law, exposing you to a wide spectrum of legal opportunities to provide you with practical and hands-on experience.

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About us

Established in the early 1900s, we are an ambitious and leading South African corporate and commercial law firm serving multinationals, listed companies, financial institutions, entrepreneurs and government. Operating in Gauteng and the Western Cape, and a member of the LEX Africa Alliance and The Interlex Group, the firm's reputation is built on the combined experience of Werksmans and Jan S. de Villiers, which merged in 2009.

Our people are bound by a common drive to be involved in and make a positive impact on the matters that define South Africa today and will shape the future of our country.

"If you are looking for a firm that will give you hands-on experience and access to some of the most brilliant legal minds on the African continent, then Werksmans is right for you. Similarly, if you want to be part of the development and growth of South African society, this is the place."