Paralegal

Dante Personnel; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Dante Personnel in Gauteng is seeking a capable Paralegal to provide administrative and paralegal support to attorneys. You will draft, prepare, format and proofread legal documents and correspondence, conduct legal research, and manage legal files with meticulous accuracy.

Responsibilities include preparing court documents, monitoring deadlines, liaising with clients and courts, and compiling matter-related information while upholding strict confidentiality in line with firm policies.

Qualifications

• Relevant paralegal qualification or equivalent practical experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational, time-management, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Providing administrative and paralegal support to attorneys.
• Drafting, preparing, formatting, and proofreading legal documents and correspondence.
• Conducting legal research and assisting with the preparation of legal opinions and memoranda.
• Opening, maintaining, and managing legal files and ensuring all documentation is accurately filed.
• Assisting with the preparation of court documents, pleadings, affidavits, and court bundles, where required.
• Monitoring court dates, filing deadlines, and other important diary dates.
• Liaising with clients, counsel, the courts, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Performing document reviews, obtaining supporting documentation, and compiling matter-related information.
• Assisting with general legal administration, reporting, and follow-ups.
• Maintaining confidentiality and ensuring compliance with the firm's procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Microsoft Office

Education

Paralegal qualification or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing administrative and paralegal support to attorneys.
• Drafting, preparing, formatting, and proofreading legal documents and correspondence.
• Conducting legal research and assisting with the preparation of legal opinions and memoranda.
• Opening, maintaining, and managing legal files and ensuring all documentation is accurately filed.
• Assisting with the preparation of court documents, pleadings, affidavits, and court bundles, where required.
• Monitoring court dates, filing deadlines, and other important diary dates.
• Liaising with clients, counsel, the courts, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Performing document reviews, obtaining supporting documentation, and compiling matter-related information.
• Assisting with general legal administration, reporting, and follow-ups.
• Maintaining confidentiality and ensuring compliance with the firm's procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• Relevant paralegal qualification or equivalent practical experience.
• Previous experience in a legal environment will be advantageous.
• Good knowledge of legal terminology, documentation, and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational, time-management, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines.
• A professional attitude, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to confidentiality.