Litigation Secretary

Dante Personnel Recruitment; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 89,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Dante Personnel Recruitment seeks a litigation secretary in Pretoria to provide essential administrative support in a legal setting, handling matter files, court filings, and client communications.

The candidate should have at least 5 years in litigation within a law firm, excellent typing, proofreading, and knowledge of legal terminology, with proficiency in MS Word and Excel. Own transport and deadline management are important.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of litigation and in a law firm experience.
• Strong typing, drafting and proofreading skills.
• Invoicing, arranging payments and reconciling accounts.
• Own reliable transport is essential.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.

Responsibilities

• Matter and file management – Opening, maintaining and closing physical and electronic legal files.
• Maintaining accurate records of correspondence, pleadings, notices and other documents.
• Preparing court bundles, indexes and trial documentation.
• Drafting and formatting legal documents under the direction of an attorney.
• Proofreading legal documents for accuracy and consistency.

Skills

Legal secretarial experience

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Typing speed

MS Word & Excel

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Legal secretary certificate/diploma (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Legal software

Job description

Explore litigation secretary opportunities in Pretoria , South Africa. This role involves providing crucial administrative support within legal settings, handling tasks like document preparation, court filings, and client communication. Job seekers can find positions in law firms, corporate legal departments, and government agencies.
The litigation secretary position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in legal terminology. Candidates should be adept at managing schedules, maintaining records, and using legal software. Experience in a similar role is beneficial, but some employers may offer training.
This career path offers a stable work environment and opportunities for professional growth within the legal field. Search for your next litigation secretary job in Pretoria and take the next step in your career.

What People Ask

A litigation secretary typically manages legal documents, schedules appointments, communicates with clients, and assists with court filings. They also maintain case files and handle administrative tasks. Strong organizational and communication skills are needed for this role.

Generally, a high school diploma or equivalent is required, with some employers preferring a legal secretary certificate or diploma. Experience in a legal environment is advantageous. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal software is often needed.

The salary range for a litigation secretary in Pretoria is typically between ZAR 8,000 to ZAR 18,000 per month, depending on experience and the employer. Entry-level positions may start at the lower end of the range, while more experienced secretaries can earn more.

Top employers for litigation secretaries in Pretoria include Adams & Adams , ENSafrica, and Webber Wentzel . These firms are known for their legal expertise and often have openings for skilled administrative professionals.

Career advancement for litigation secretaries can include roles such as senior legal secretary , paralegal , or office manager . Further education and certifications can open doors to more specialized positions within the legal field.

Saying 9 Litigation Secretary jobs in Pretoria

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years experience in Litigation and in a law firm

Duties

• Matter and file management – Opening, maintaining and closing physical and electronic legal files. Ensuring that files are properly indexed, organised and up to date.
• Maintaining accurate records of correspondence, pleadings, notices, expert reports and other legal documents.
• Monitoring important dates, prescription periods, court dates, deadlines and filing dates.
• Ensuring compliance with the firm's internal file-management procedures.
• Drafting and formatting correspondence, pleadings, notices, affidavits, applications, agreements and other legal documents under the direction of an attorney.
• Preparing court bundles, paginated bundles, indexes and trial documentation.
• Proofreading legal documents for accuracy, formatting, spelling and consistency.
• Preparing documents for service and filing with the relevant courts, attorneys and other parties.

Minimum requirements

• Minimum 5 years experience as a Legal Secretary within a law firm or legal practice.
• Previous experience working in a Corporate and/or Tax legal environment is essential.
• Good understanding of legal practice and general legal processes, including action and application proceedings.
• Strong typing, drafting and proofreading skills, with the ability to prepare correspondence and legal documentation.
• Dictaphone typing experience will be advantageous.
• Experience in preparing and managing large bundles of documentation, including scanning and photocopying.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage multiple attorneys and competing deadlines.
• Experience with invoicing, arranging payments and reconciling accounts, including identifying outstanding invoices.
• Strong computer skills, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to accurately organise and file documentation chronologically.
• Own reliable transport is essential.

Location

Pretoria, Gauteng

Salary

Negotiable, depending on experience.