How Many Advocates In South Africa

What are Advocates?

An advocate is a professional in the field of law. Different countries’ legal systems use the term with somewhat differing meanings. 

How Many Advocates In South Africa

Advocates (called barristers in England) make up the ‘bar’ and are commonly referred to as ‘counsel’. They specialize in preparing court cases, appearing before courts and other tribunals, and giving legal opinions. In 2018 there were 5396 practicing advocates in South Africa.

How many bars of advocates are there in South Africa?

The ‘Bar’ is the name traditionally used for Societies of Advocates. There are 14 Bars affiliated to the General Council of the Bar of South Africa. Each Bar is an independent association governed by an elected Bar Council.

Are advocates in demand in South Africa?

Litigation attorneys are among the types of advocates in high demand today. They defend people in civil lawsuits. Unlike criminal layers, these experts deal with civil cases where neither of the parties involved faces the penalty of jail time. They earn about R269,789 annually.

How much do South African advocates earn?

The average lawyer salary in South Africa is R 726 003 per year or R 372 per hour. Entry-level positions start at R 267 000 per year, while most experienced workers make up to R 6 600 000 per year.

Can a foreigner become an advocate in South Africa?

A person must be a South African citizen or permanent resident and be otherwise fit and proper in the opinion of the court to be admitted as a legal practitioner.