Litigation Legal Secretary

Responsibilities:

1. Drafting and formatting legal documents such as pleadings, affidavits, briefs, memoranda, and discovery requests.
2. Proofreading documents for accuracy and compliance with legal formatting standards.
3. Compiling and organizing legal documents within case files.
4. Case management:
1. Opening new case files, recording relevant details, and updating case management systems.
2. Tracking deadlines, court dates, and important milestones in litigation cases.
3. Maintaining detailed case files with proper organization and indexing.
5. Scheduling and Communication:
1. Scheduling court appearances, depositions, client meetings, and conferences.
2. Communicating with clients to provide updates on case progress and gather necessary information.
3. Contacting opposing counsel and other parties to coordinate legal matters.
6. Administrative Tasks:
1. Performing general administrative duties as required.

MINIMUM CRITERIA:

• Proficient typing and computer skills (Microsoft Office)
• Organizational skills
• Communication skills: Clear and professional verbal and written communication with clients, attorneys, and opposing counsel. (Afrikaans & English)
• Legal knowledge: Basic understanding of legal terminology, procedures, and court rules.