Litigation Typist, Bloemfontein

Mirna Butler Recruitment; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Mirna Butler Recruitment in Bloemfontein seeks a highly experienced Litigation Typist to join a professional legal team. The role requires extensive litigation typing and legal administration expertise, with an in-depth understanding of court processes from start to finish.

The ideal candidate will be accurate, detail-oriented and well organised, able to work independently, manage multiple matters and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Matric
• At least 10+ years' experience as a Litigation Typist
• In-depth understanding of court processes and procedures
• Fluent in English and Afrikaans (speak, read and write)
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office and LegalSuite
• Ability to work independently and under pressure
• Valid driver''s license and own vehicle OR reliable transport

Responsibilities

• Type, format and prepare legal documents, pleadings, notices, affidavits and general correspondence
• Prepare and finalise litigation documents in accordance with court rules and formats
• Maintain knowledge of Magistrates'' Court, Regional Court and High Court procedures
• Diariase court dates, deadlines and follow-ups to ensure timely progression
• Liaise with Sheriff, Courts, opposing attorneys, advocates, clients and others
• Attend to debt collection and enforcement processes where applicable
• Ensure proper filing and service of court documents and progression of matters

Skills

Litigation typing

Legal administration

Court processes

Legal terminology

Typing speed

Time management

Attention to detail

Tools

MS Office

LegalSuite

Job description

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Litigation Typist to join their professional legal team in Bloemfontein. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in litigation typing and legal administration, with an in-depth understanding of court processes and procedures from start to finish. The successful candidate will be highly accurate, detail-oriented and well organised, with the ability to work independently, manage multiple matters and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment.

This opportunity is ideally suited to a confident and knowledgeable litigation professional who understands the demands of the legal field and can effectively manage litigation documentation and processes with minimal supervision.

Minimum requirements

• Matric

• Minimum of 10 + working experience as a Litigation Typist

• In-depth understanding of court processes and procedures from start to finish

• Fluent in English and Afrikaans (speak, write and read)

• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office and LegalSuite

• Ability to work independently and under pressure

• Valid driver\'s license and own vehicle OR reliable transport

Skills required

• Extensive experience in litigation typing and legal administration

• In-depth knowledge and understanding of court processes and procedures

• Strong knowledge of litigation documentation and legal terminology

• Ability to manage the litigation process from initiation through to finalisation

• Excellent typing speed and accuracy

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy

• Strong organisational and time-management skills

• Ability to manage multiple matters and meet strict deadlines

• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced legal environment

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Excellent document formatting and proofreading skills

Duties and responsibilities

• Type, format and prepare legal documents, pleadings, notices, affidavits, applications, letters and general legal correspondence

• Prepare and finalise litigation documents in accordance with the applicable court rules and prescribed formats

• Maintain a thorough working knowledge of the procedures and processes applicable to the Magistrates\' Court, Regional Court and High Court

• Understand the procedural steps required in litigation matters and attend to such steps independently

• Prepare and issue court process, including summonses, notices and other relevant documents

• Attend to the filing and service of court documents and ensure that matters progress timeously

• Manage and maintain litigation files, both physical and electronic

• Diarise court dates, deadlines, notices and follow-ups and ensure that these are properly attended to

• Prepare matters for court, including assisting with court files, bundles and necessary documentation

• Liaise with the Sheriff, Courts, opposing attorneys, advocates, clients and other relevant parties

• Follow up on outstanding pleadings, notices, returns of service, court orders and other documentation

• Attend to debt collection, including the preparation and issuing of relevant process, following up on matters, obtaining judgment where applicable, and attending to execution and enforcement processes

• Understand and attend to post-judgment processes, including warrants, writs, emoluments attachment orders and other enforcement procedures where applicable

• Assist with the administration and progression of defended and undefended litigation matters

• Ensure that matters are properly diarised and that procedural deadlines are not missed

• Identify the next procedural step required in a matter and bring it to the attention of the attorney where necessary

• Provide general litigation administration and support to attorneys

Remuneration

Negotiable, depending on experience

Work hours

Monday - Thursday: 07h30 - 13h00 and 14h00 - 16h30

Friday: 07h30 - 13h00 and 13h30 - 16h00