Litigation Secretary: Diary Management & Court Docs

Abantu Staffing Solutions; East London; On-site; ZAR 150 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A legal staffing agency is seeking a Litigation Secretary to assist one of the Directors and a Senior Secretary. The ideal candidate will have at least Grade 12, 2 years in a legal environment, and dictaphone typing experience. Responsibilities include managing the attorney's diary, client communications, and preparing court documents. Strong computer skills are essential. This position offers an opportunity to grow in a dynamic legal setting.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in a legal firm or similar role.
• Exposure to magistrates' court, regional court, and high court.
• Ghost practice experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Dictaphone typing.
• Managing the attorney's diary and scheduling appointments.
• Taking phone calls and messages.
• Dealing with clients.
• Following up on outstanding accounts.
• Preparing court documents and letters.

Skills

Dictaphone Typing

Strong MS Office

Client communication

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Job description

A legal staffing agency is seeking a Litigation Secretary to assist one of the Directors and a Senior Secretary. The ideal candidate will have at least Grade 12, 2 years in a legal environment, and dictaphone typing experience. Responsibilities include managing the attorney's diary, client communications, and preparing court documents. Strong computer skills are essential. This position offers an opportunity to grow in a dynamic legal setting.