Junior Legal Secretary

Geotech; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the legal sector seeks a Junior Legal Secretary to support attorneys in the Foreclosures Department. Responsibilities include drafting legal documents, managing case files, and liaising with clients and stakeholders. Ideal candidates will possess a Grade 12 qualification and relevant legal administration expertise, along with experience in foreclosure procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years experience as a legal secretary, ideally in foreclosure.
• Strong knowledge of foreclosure procedures and legal terminology.
• Experience with Ghost practice and Court Online is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Draft, proofread, and format legal documents including letters, notices, and pleadings.
• Provide administrative support to attorneys in the RMB Foreclosures Department.
• Coordinate meetings, conferences, and court appearances for attorneys.

Skills

Litigation

Proofreading

Document Management Systems

Administrative Experience

Real Estate Law

Education

Grade 12 and Legal Administration qualifications

Tools

Ghost practice

Court Online / CaseLines

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Job Description

Job Title : Junior Legal Secretary

Qualification : Grade 12 and Legal Administration qualifications.

Minimum Requirements :

• Minimum 2 to 3 years of experience as a legal secretary, ideally within a foreclosure or collections department.
• Strong knowledge of foreclosure procedures and legal terminology.
• Experience working on Ghost practice and Court Online / CaseLines is an advantage.
• Provide administrative support to attorneys in the RMB Foreclosures Department.
• Draft, proofread, and format legal documents including letters, notices, pleadings, and court forms.
• Assist with the preparation and filing of foreclosure-related documents in accordance with court procedures and deadlines.
• Manage and maintain case files and databases, ensuring accuracy and up-to-date records.
• Coordinate meetings, conferences, and court appearances for attorneys and clients.
• Liaise with clients, opposing counsel, and other relevant parties as required.

Required Experience : Junior IC

Key Skills : Applied Behavior Analysis, Litigation, Proofreading, Adobe Acrobat, Intellectual Property Law, Office Experience, Front Desk, Paralegal, Administrative Experience, Document Management Systems, Real Estate Law, Workers' Compensation

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : 2-3 years

Vacancy : 1