Legal Assistant - General Practice

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Diverse exposure to legal disciplines

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a proactive Legal Assistant to support a general practice team in Queenstown. You will handle administrative tasks, manage client communications, and assist attorneys with document preparation and filing.

The role offers exposure to multiple areas of law within a supportive environment and opportunities for professional growth in a well-established legal practice.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar administrative role within a legal setting.
• Familiarity with legal terminology, procedures and documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal practice management software.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support including managing calendars, scheduling meetings, and arranging travel.
• Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and court filings.
• Organize and maintain client files, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Assist attorneys with legal research, document review, and case preparation.
• Handle communications via phone, email, and mail.
• Manage office supplies, reception duties, and other general administrative tasks.

Skills

Legal experience

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Written and verbal communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal practice management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a well-established legal practice serving the Queenstown community, is looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Legal Assistant to support their general practice team. This role is integral to the efficient operation of the practice, providing essential administrative and legal support to attorneys. Responsibilities include managing client communications, maintaining case files, preparing legal documents, scheduling appointments, and handling general office duties. This is an excellent opportunity for an aspiring legal professional to gain broad exposure across various legal disciplines and contribute to a friendly, supportive legal environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support, including managing calendars, scheduling meetings, and making travel arrangements.
• Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and court filings.
• Organize and maintain physical and digital client files, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Assist attorneys with legal research, document review, and case preparation.
• Handle incoming and outgoing communications via phone, email, and mail.
• Manage office supplies, reception duties, and other general administrative tasks.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar administrative role within a legal setting.
• Familiarity with legal terminology, procedures, and documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal practice management software.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to work within a general legal practice in Queenstown .
• Gain exposure to diverse areas of law.
• Supportive team environment and opportunities for professional growth.
• Contribute to a vital community service role within the legal sector.