Junior Commercial Litigation Paralegal — Hybrid Role

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng, seeks a diligent Junior Commercial Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys in case prep, research and court filings. This entry-level role offers hands-on exposure to commercial litigation within a professional team.

You will assist with pleadings, document management, and deadlines, while developing practical skills under supervision. A hybrid work arrangement and opportunities for mentorship are provided.

Qualifications

• A relevant paralegal qualification or diploma.
• 0-2 years of experience in a legal/paralegal role, preferably with exposure to litigation.
• Foundational understanding of civil procedure and litigation processes.
• Excellent organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to conduct basic legal research using online tools.
• Good time management and multitasking abilities.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Team-oriented with good interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with case preparation, including drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery requests.
• Organise and maintain case files, electronic and physical.
• Conduct legal research using various databases and resources.
• Schedule client appointments, court dates, and attorney meetings.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel as directed.
• Prepare affidavits, briefs, and other legal documents for attorney review.
• Assist with trial preparation, including witness coordination and exhibit management.
• Transcribe dictation, proofread legal documents for accuracy and consistency.
• Manage deadlines and ensure timely filing of all legal documents.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Proactive attitude

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

Paralegal qualification or diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng, seeks a diligent Junior Commercial Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys in case prep, research and court filings. This entry-level role offers hands-on exposure to commercial litigation within a professional team.

You will assist with pleadings, document management, and deadlines, while developing practical skills under supervision. A hybrid work arrangement and opportunities for mentorship are provided.