Julia Wilensky

Candidate Attorney

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Cape TownMember since 17 March 2026

Organisational skillsTime-management skillsConflict-resolution skillsCreative problem-solving skillsCritical-analysis skillsPeople skillsCommunication skillsCustomer service skillsFlexibility and adaptabilityTeamworkLeadershipComputer and technological proficiencyContract review and draftingLegal researchCourt proceedings

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Organisational skillsTime-management skillsConflict-resolution skillsCreative problem-solving skillsCritical-analysis skills

About

In April 2026, I will complete my articles in law and become enrolled as a legal practitioner and admitted as an attorney of the Western Cape High Court. I have graduated with distinction in both my Bachelor of Social Science and Bachelor of Laws, with a 76% GPA. I am a member of the Golden Key Society and have received multiple merit-based scholarships and academic awards.

Experience

Candidate Attorney at VanderSpuy Cape Town (2024-04-02 – Present)

Completing two years of practical vocational training with the Cape Town-based law firm. Gained invaluable knowledge, skill and experience in both the way in which law is practiced and the content and theory of South African law.

Reviewing and drafting contracts
Conducting legal research
Appearing in court
Attending and conducting consultations with clients and advocates
Training new employees
Organising the administration for legal departments within the firm
Became familiar with the processes of the Western Cape High Court, Master's Office, Deeds Office and various magistrates' courts

Intern at Mandy Simpson Attorneys (2023-01 – 2023-12)

During university vacation, completed an internship at the law firm. Gained insight into the practical realities of working at a law firm.

Became familiar with client consultations
Learned court processes
Understood attorney-advocate relationships

Supervisor at Exclusive Books (2021-01 – 2023-12)

Worked as a bookseller at Exclusive Books' flagship location and was promoted to supervisor within three months. Managed store operations and team.

Supervising other employees
Facilitating book launch events
Facilitating sales
Shelving and merchandising a wide variety of products
Managing the aesthetic appearance of the store

Executive Assistant at Slick Clothing (2018-01 – 2021-12)

Worked as an executive assistant for a clothing company during summer vacation and on specific projects over the following years after finishing high school.

Administrative work
Facilitating the shipping, delivery and collection of stock
Assisting at client meetings

Volunteer Bookseller at CAFDA Books (2016-01 – 2019-12)

Volunteered at CAFDA, a charity bookstore providing social services within the Cape Flats. Contributed towards the organisation's goal of community upliftment.