Junior Legal Assistant

Placements24; Willows (CA); Sur place; USD 3 300 - 4 700; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hands-on legal experience

Mentorship from experienced lawyers

Potential for future employment

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Welkom, Free State, is offering a Junior Legal Assistant internship to support the legal team with document management, case preparation, and client communications.

You will gain hands-on experience while learning firm procedures and legal ethics under supervision, with mentoring and potential for future opportunities.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed a legal qualification (e.g., LLB or Paralegal Diploma).
• Strong interest in pursuing a career in law.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Good written and verbal communication abilities.
• Willingness to learn and apply firm procedures and ethics.

Responsabilités

• Assist with case file preparation and management.
• Conduct basic legal research and information gathering.
• Draft and format legal documents under supervision.
• Manage mail and electronic communications.
• Schedule appointments, court dates, and client meetings.
• Maintain legal filing systems (physical and digital).
• Provide admin support including photocopying and data entry.
• Answer phone calls and direct inquiries.
• Assist with client onboarding and follow-ups.

Connaissances

Organizational skills

Time management

Written & verbal communication

Proactive learner

Attention to detail

Formation

Legal qualification ongoing/recent

Outils

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a busy legal practice in Welkom, Free State , is seeking an enthusiastic and diligent Junior Legal Assistant to provide essential support to their legal team. This internship role is designed for individuals looking to gain hands-on experience in a professional legal environment. You will be involved in a variety of administrative and paralegal tasks, assisting attorneys with case preparation, document management, and client communication. The ideal candidate will be eager to learn, possess strong organizational skills, and demonstrate a keen interest in the legal field. This is a valuable opportunity to build a solid foundation for a career in law within the Welkom community.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist legal practitioners with case file preparation and management.


• Conduct basic legal research and gather relevant information.


• Draft and format legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings under supervision.


• Manage incoming and outgoing mail and electronic communications.


• Schedule appointments, court dates, and client meetings.


• Maintain and organize legal filing systems, both physical and digital.


• Provide administrative support, including photocopying, scanning, and data entry.


• Answer telephone calls and direct inquiries appropriately.


• Assist with client onboarding and follow‑ups.


• Learn and apply firm procedures and legal ethics in daily tasks.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a legal qualification (e.g., LLB, Paralegal Diploma).


• Strong interest in pursuing a career in law.


• Excellent organizational and time management skills.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).


• Good written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to follow instructions accurately and work efficiently.


• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn new skills.


• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.


• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.


• Familiarity with legal terminology is a plus.

Benefits

• Valuable hands-on legal experience and mentorship.


• Opportunity to learn from experienced legal professionals in Welkom, Free State .


• Stipend/salary appropriate for an intern position.


• Exposure to various areas of legal practice.


• Potential for future employment opportunities based on performance.


• Supportive team environment.