SUMMARY:
Are you a skilled and detail-orientated Litigation Secretary with High Court experience, looking to take the next step in your legal career? Do you thrive in a fast-paced legal environment and have experience with High Court and Magistrate’s Court litigation? Then this exciting opportunity is for you!
POSITION INFO:
- Handle administrative tasks related to High Court and Magistrates’ Court litigation, Medical Negligence Claims, Personal Injury Claims, and Divorces.
- Schedule meetings, court hearings, and appointments, ensuring all deadlines are met.
- Assist in drafting emails, letters, and legal correspondence with accuracy and professionalism.
- Liaise with clients, court officials, and third parties in a professional and respectful manner.
- Dictaphone typing and document preparation.
- Maintain confidentiality while managing sensitive legal matters.
- Knowledge of Third-Party Claims is an advantage.
Requirements:
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Grade 12 (Further legal or administrative education is advantageous).
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2-5+ years of experience in litigation, with
High Court litigation experience essential.
- Sound knowledge of
High Court and Magistrates’ Court procedures.
- Proven
organizational and multitasking skills to manage a diverse workload efficiently.
-Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both
Afrikaans and English.
- Proficiency i
n Microsoft Office Suite and legal document management systems.-
Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality at all times.Please submit detailed and
updated CV in
MS Word format ASAP!
Kindly take note:
Only RSA citizens need to apply - need to be fully bilingual in Afrikaans and English.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Should you not receive any feedback within 14 days of application, please consider your application unsuccessful. We may however keep your CV on our database to contact you again should another suitable opportunity become available
Should you prefer not to be contacted for other opportunities, please clearly state so on your application
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