Defended Litigation Secretary

NWJ RESOURCING; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 50 000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm is seeking a skilled Defended Litigation Secretary to join their team in Pretoria. This role requires expertise in handling defended foreclosure matters, with a focus on drafting legal documents and managing case files. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong dictation typing skills and proficiency in various legal software tools. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic legal environment, ensuring effective communication with clients and coordination with legal professionals. If you are passionate about the legal field and meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience as a Litigation Secretary in defended foreclosure matters.
• Proficiency in My Attorneys and CACS systems.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and processing legal documents under attorney supervision.
• Managing case files and ensuring documentation is current.

Skills

Litigation Secretary Experience

Dictation Typing Skills

Legal Document Drafting

Communication Skills

Case File Management

Administrative Tasks

Tools

My Attorneys

CACS

GhostPractice

Caselines

Job description

A well established law firm is currently recruiting for a Defended Litigation Secretary in the Lynnwood, Pretoria area

Minimum Requirements

• 3 to 5 years of experience as a Litigation Secretary in defended foreclosure matters.
• Experience specifically with defended foreclosure cases, preferably involving Standard Bank.
• Proficiency in My Attorneys and CACS (bank-related systems).
• Experience using GhostPractice.
• Familiarity with Caselines.
• Strong dictation typing skills.
• Ability to perform general administrative tasks relevant to a defended foreclosure department.
• Experience in drafting and processing legal documents under attorney supervision, including motions, pleadings, notices, sheriff's letters, and other litigation-related documentation.
• Competency in managing case files and documentation, ensuring all files are current and well-organized.
• Effective communication with clients, counterparts, and defendants.
• Coordination with legal professionals to ensure timely filings, court appearances, reporting, and feedback to clients.
  
  

Applicants who meet the criteria are invited to submit their CV to [e-mail] please use relevant reference number (MAN: L5654YX3)

Correspondence will only be conducted with short listed candidates. Should you not hear from us within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful

NWJ Resourcing will not request or accept any fees to secure employment

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