What does a lawyer earn in SA?

Newly admitted attorneys earn R30–55k. Partners at top firms earn R200k+.

Is law a good career?

Top-tier yes; oversaturation at the lower end makes Big 5 firm articles competitive.

4-year LLB + 2 years articles + board exams = ~6 years.

Big firms pay more early; own practice has higher long-term ceiling.

M&A, tax and competition law lead.

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