Legal Secretary

LYTAG LAW LLP; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Downtown Singapore seeks a Legal Secretary to join their team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for opening and closing legal files, filing documents with courts, and assisting in drafting legal documents. Applicants must have strong English skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and at least one year of relevant experience, especially in e-Litigation and probate work. The role calls for a resourceful team player who can work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• At least one year of relevant experience in a legal environment.
• Familiarity with e-Litigation filing and grant of probate work.
• Ability to assist in drafting legal documents.

Responsibilities

• Opening and closing of legal files.
• Filing documents with courts and government agencies.
• Monitoring court deadlines and schedules.
• Attending to routine client enquiries and communications.
• Assisting with billing and keeping client files.
• Performing ad hoc duties as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency (spoken and written)

Microsoft Office skills

Interpersonal skills

Resourcefulness

Ability to work under pressure

Chinese speaking

Job description

Long standing & well established law firm in Downtown (with branch in Toa Payoh) looking for Legal Secretary to join our growing team to bring forth professional & meaningful legal services.

Responsibilities

• Opening and closing of legal files
• File documents with courts and government agencies (electronically and in-person, as needed)
• Assist in drafting of legal documents
• Monitoring Court deadlines and schedules
• Attending to routine client enquiries and communications
• Assist with billing and keeping proper record of client files
• Ad hoc duties as assigned

Requirements

• Good command of spoken and written English
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Team player and possess good interpersonal and communication skills
• Resourceful, able to work independently and under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Chinese speaking preferred
• Applicants must have at least one year of relevant experience and must be familiar with e-Litigation filing and grant of probate work.