Litigation Legal Secretary

Recruiter:

SiG Labour Corporate

Job Ref:

PTA000050/LM

Date posted:

Wednesday, February 12, 2025

Location:

Pretoria, South Africa

SUMMARY:
LITIGATION LEGAL SECRETARY

Providing administrative and clerical support to attorneys within the litigation department, primarily focusing on tasks like preparing legal documents, scheduling court appearances, managing case files, communication with clients and opposing counsel, ensuring smooth operation of ongoing legal cases.

POSITION INFO:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Document preparation:

- Drafting and formatting legal documents such as pleadings, affidavits, briefs, memoranda, and discovery requests.
- Proofreading documents for accuracy and compliance with legal formatting standards.
-Compiling and organizing legal documents within case files.

Case management:

- Opening new case files, recording relevant details, and updating case management systems.
- Tracking deadlines, court dates, and important milestones in litigation cases.
- Maintaining detailed case files with proper organization and indexing.

Scheduling and Communication:

- Scheduling court appearances, depositions, client meetings, and conferences.
- Communicating with clients to provide updates on case progress and gather necessary information.
- Contacting opposing counsel and other parties to coordinate legal matters.

Administrative Tasks:

Proficient typing and computer skills (Microsoft Office)
Attention to detail
Organizational skills
Communication skills: Clear and professional verbal and written communication with clients, attorneys, and opposing counsel. (Afrikaans & English)
Legal knowledge: Basic understanding of legal terminology, procedures, and court rules.
Valid Driver's License / Own Transport
Minimum of 2-5 years experience

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