Junior Legal Assistant - Mentorship & Growth in Paarl

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Entry-level salary

Medical aid

Pension fund

Professional development

Mentorship from attorneys/paralegals

Exposure to diverse legal practices

Career advancement

Paid annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is hiring a Graduate Legal Assistant for our Paarl, Western Cape office. You will support attorneys with case preparation, draft documents, perform legal research and manage files in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has an LLB or related degree, strong research and communication skills, and the desire to learn from experienced professionals. This entry-level role offers professional development and exposure to diverse areas of law.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) or related field.
• Strong understanding of legal terminology, procedures and principles.
• Excellent research and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in LexisNexis, Westlaw and MS Office.
• Organized with strong time management.
• Strong written and verbal communication; high integrity.
• Able to work independently and in a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Willing to learn in a professional firm setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with case preparation, drafting documents and pleadings.
• Conduct legal research using online databases.
• Organize and manage case files and documentation.
• Schedule client meetings, court dates, and appointments.
• Communicate with clients, court personnel, and legal professionals.
• Handle administrative duties: filing, scanning, data entry.
• Prepare briefs, memos, and other documents.
• Ensure compliance with legal procedures and firm policies.

Skills

Legal terminology

Research skills

Office suite

Time management

Communication

Teamwork/independence

Education

LLB or related

Legal Studies degree

Tools

LexisNexis

Westlaw

Microsoft Office

Job description

Placements24 is hiring a Graduate Legal Assistant for our Paarl, Western Cape office. You will support attorneys with case preparation, draft documents, perform legal research and manage files in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has an LLB or related degree, strong research and communication skills, and the desire to learn from experienced professionals. This entry-level role offers professional development and exposure to diverse areas of law.