Legal Assistant - Commercial Law

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Professional development

Training opportunities

Career growth

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an organized and proactive Legal Assistant to support our commercial law team in Soweto. You will assist attorneys with document preparation, client communication, case management, and scheduling in a busy legal environment.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years' experience, strong communication, excellent MS Office and legal practice management software skills, and a solid grasp of legal terminology. A legal secretarial or paralegal qualification is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal.
• Proficiency in legal terminology and standard legal procedures.
• Strong computer skills, including MS Office Suite and legal practice management software.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• A relevant legal secretarial or paralegal qualification is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in drafting legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings.
• Organize and maintain case files, ensuring all documents are properly filed and accessible.
• Schedule client meetings, court appearances, and other appointments.
• Conduct basic legal research and gather information as directed by attorneys.
• Communicate with clients, witnesses, and court personnel professionally.
• Manage general administrative tasks, including managing calendars and handling mail.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Legal terminology

Education

Legal secretarial or paralegal qualification

Tools

MS Office Suite

Legal practice management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an organized and proactive Legal Assistant to provide essential support to their commercial law team in Soweto . This role involves a variety of administrative and paralegal tasks crucial for the smooth operation of the legal department. You will assist attorneys with document preparation, client communication, case management, and scheduling. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, possesses excellent communication skills, and has a foundational understanding of legal principles and office procedures. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build their career in the legal field within a supportive environment in the Gauteng province, contributing to the effective delivery of legal services.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in drafting legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings.
• Organize and maintain case files, ensuring all documents are properly filed and accessible.
• Schedule client meetings, court appearances, and other appointments.
• Conduct basic legal research and gather information as directed by attorneys.
• Communicate with clients, witnesses, and court personnel professionally.
• Manage general administrative tasks, including managing calendars and handling mail.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal.
• Proficiency in legal terminology and standard legal procedures.
• Strong computer skills, including MS Office Suite and legal practice management software.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• A relevant legal secretarial or paralegal qualification is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary and potential for annual increases.
• Hybrid work model offering a blend of office and remote flexibility in Soweto .
• Exposure to various areas of commercial law.
• Opportunities for on-the-job training and professional development.
• Supportive team environment with guidance from experienced legal professionals.