Dispute Resolution Paralegal

Placements24; Southampton; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Provident fund

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Supportive, collegial environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Dispute Resolution Paralegal to support a litigation team in Randburg. The role focuses on case management, document preparation, and client liaison throughout disputes from initiation to settlement or trial.

The ideal candidate has a paralegal studies qualification and at least 3 years of litigation experience, with proficiency in court rules and strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Paralegal Studies qualification or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years' litigation or dispute-resolution paralegal experience.
• Proficiency in South African court rules and procedures.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in pleadings, discovery, and trial preparation.
• Manage case files and ensure documents are organized.
• Draft legal documents, correspondence, and court forms.
• Coordinate depositions, hearings, mediations, and client meetings.
• Conduct factual investigations and preliminary legal research.
• Maintain calendars and track deadlines.
• Assist with billing and time entry for the litigation department.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Teamwork

MS Office

Education

Paralegal Studies qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal practice management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a well-established law firm in Randburg, Gauteng , is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Dispute Resolution Paralegal . This role is crucial in supporting the litigation team with case management, document preparation, and client liaison. You will play a key part in the efficient handling of various disputes, from initiation through to settlement or trial. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of court procedures, excellent administrative skills, and a commitment to providing high-quality support to fee earners and clients alike in the Randburg legal community. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in dispute resolution within a supportive professional environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, and trial preparation.
• Manage case files, ensuring all documents are organized, filed, and accessible.
• Draft legal documents, correspondence, and court forms under attorney supervision.
• Schedule and coordinate depositions, hearings, mediations, and client meetings.
• Conduct factual investigations and preliminary legal research.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court staff.
• Prepare trial exhibits and assist with trial logistics.
• Maintain calendars and track crucial deadlines.
• Assist with billing and time entry for the litigation department.

Requirements

• A relevant qualification in Paralegal Studies or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a paralegal, with a focus on litigation or dispute resolution.
• Proficiency in South African court rules and procedures.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal practice management software.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Professional and courteous demeanor.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging litigation cases.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Supportive and collegial work environment in Randburg .
• Contribution to a provident fund.
• Exposure to various areas of dispute resolution.