Legal Secretary

Deka Minas (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A legal services firm in Johannesburg is seeking a Legal Secretary to assist with office administration, manage diaries, and handle debt collection. The ideal candidate will have experience in a legal setting, demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills, and be knowledgeable about debt collection procedures. This role includes drafting legal documents and following up with clients to ensure payment of legal fees. A dynamic work environment awaits those who are detail-oriented and driven.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a legal secretary or in legal administration preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with billing and general office administration.
• Maintain and update office files (printing and filing documents).
• Manage attorneys’ diaries, court dates, and consultations.
• Follow up with Sheriffs and correspondent attorneys.
• Handle debt collection matters for commercial clients, including municipalities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Job description

Key Duties

• Assist with billing and general office administration
• Maintain and update office files (printing and filing documents)
• Manage attorneys’ diaries, court dates, and consultations
• Follow up with Sheriffs and correspondent attorneys
• Handle debt collection matters for commercial clients, including municipalities
• Issue letters of demand and Section 129 notices
• Draft and issue summonses, default judgments, and warrants/writs of execution
• Follow up on payment of legal fees from clients

Requirements

• Previous experience as a legal secretary or in legal administration preferred
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Good communication skills
• Knowledge of debt collection procedures is an advantage