Litigation Legal Assistant: Case Prep & File Mgmt

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 19,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development and training

Friendly and supportive workAtmosphere

Job summary

Placements24 has partnered with a well-established law firm in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, seeking a Legal Assistant to support the Litigation department. You will manage case files, draft legal documents, and coordinate communication between lawyers, clients, and the courts.

The role demands high organization, accuracy, and confidentiality. The ideal candidate has a Diploma in Legal Assistance or Paralegal Studies and at least 3 years of litigation experience, with proficiency in Microsoft Office

Qualifications

• Diploma in Legal Assistance, Paralegal Studies or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal with a litigation focus.
• Proficiency in legal terminology and court procedures in South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in managing litigation case files from initiation to closure.
• Prepare, file, and serve legal documents including pleadings, motions and subpoenas.
• Organize and maintain case files with accurate indexing and accessibility.
• Conduct preliminary legal research for case preparation.
• Schedule court dates, appointments and client consultations.
• Communicate effectively with clients, witnesses, opposing counsel and court personnel.
• Assist with document discovery and Bates numbering.
• Transcribe proceedings and draft routine correspondence.
• Manage timekeeping and billing records for assigned cases.
• Provide general administrative support to the litigation team.

Skills

Legal office skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Diploma in Legal Assistance or Paralegal Studies

Tools

Legal case management software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 has partnered with a well-established law firm in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, seeking a Legal Assistant to support the Litigation department. You will manage case files, draft legal documents, and coordinate communication between lawyers, clients, and the courts.

The role demands high organization, accuracy, and confidentiality. The ideal candidate has a Diploma in Legal Assistance or Paralegal Studies and at least 3 years of litigation experience, with proficiency in Microsoft Office