Our client, a well-established and respected law firm based in Durbanville, offering professional legal services across various sectors is on the hunt for a Jnr Litigation Secretary, with a minimum of 2 – 3 years’ experience to join their team. If you are looking for a practice offering the opportunity to train in a professional working environment with exposure to various aspects of law, then this is the perfect place for you.
Responsibilities:
Prepare, format, and type legal documents, including pleadings, affidavits, contracts, and correspondence
File documents with courts and relevant authorities (electronic and manual filing)
Manage attorneys’ diaries, schedule appointments, and arrange court dates
Maintain an organized filing system for case documents (physical and electronic)
Draft routine correspondence and compile briefs under supervision
Liaise with clients, court officials, advocates, and opposing attorneys in a professional manner
Ensure deadlines are tracked and met, including court filing deadlines
Handle telephone calls, take messages, and manage general office communication
Perform general administrative duties such as photocopying, scanning, and preparing bundles
Assist senior secretaries and attorneys with any litigation-related tasks
Dictaphone Typing
Education:
Matric
Legal Secretarial Diploma / Certificate
Knowledge of High Court and Magistrate’s Court procedures and terminology
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal practice management software
Excellent typing and dictation skills with high accuracy
Minimum of 2 – 3 years’ experience
Skills:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills (Afrikaans & English)
Confident, energetic, and motivated
Confidentiality is very important
Strong administrative skills
Meticulous attention to detail
Well spoken, presentable and an eagerness to learn
Excellent work ethic
Ability to deliver high quality work
Ability to demonstrate initiative and pro-activity
If you are up for a challenge, sent us your CV today - apply with your most recent resume & supporting documents.
Please note should you not receive a response from us within 7 working days; kindly consider your application unsuccessful. We wish you all the best.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: R12 000,00 - R18 000,00 per month
Work Location: In person