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You’ve chosen law. Now choose your firm.

Early careers

A career at Deneys is not about standing on the sidelines. It’s about stepping into real matters, real responsibility and real growth from the start. If you are ambitious, intellectually curious and serious about business law, Deneys is where you begin.

Build your future through real work, world-class training and a culture that invests in you.

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How to apply

We only consider applications submitted online via Leap.ly. Applications are currently open for PVT training commencing in 2028 and 2029. Applicants must be South African citizens or permanent residents, studying LLB, BCom Law, BA Law or BAcc LLB, with an overall academic average of 65% or higher. Your submission is your first professional impression.

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Deneys is a leading South African business law firm advising across disputes, transactions, and regulatory matters. Our lawyers operate at the intersection of law, business, and strategy. We are rigorous in our thinking, precise in our execution and ambitious in our outlook.

Why Choose Deneys?

You will rotate across four practice areas, receive formal legal training, and be prepared thoroughly for your admissions examinations. From day one, you’ll contribute to real matters: researching, drafting, client interaction and court exposure. You’ll work closely with experienced practitioners and benefit from meaningful mentorship and direct access to senior lawyers. 

We have also integrated technology and AI into how we deliver legal services and how we train our lawyers, so you learn to practise in a modern, evolving environment.
 

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Vacation Programme and Practical Vocational Training (PVT)

Graduate opportunity

Our Vacation Programme is the primary pathway into our PVT programme. As a vacation student, you will do real legal work, engage with our people and experience different areas of law. Successful candidates are considered for PVT training contracts. 

Our two-year PVT programme includes four rotations, formal legal training, admissions preparation, mentorship, buddy support, and performance feedback. Progression is based on merit and commitment.

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