Litigation Paralegal: Growth, Training & Diverse Disputes

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

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.