Paralegal - Commercial Litigation Support

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting on behalf of a leading law firm in Bloemfontein for a Paralegal in the Commercial Litigation Support team. This role focuses on supporting busy attorneys with case preparation and document management.

You will conduct legal research, draft affidavits and notices under supervision, coordinate depositions and court appearances, and help prepare trial binders in a fast-paced, professional environment in the Free State.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with case management, including organizing case files, evidence, and discovery documents.
• Conduct legal research on statutes, regulations, and case law relevant to litigation matters.
• Draft legal documents such as affidavits, notices, and correspondence under attorney supervision.
• Schedule depositions, court appearances, and client meetings.
• Prepare trial binds

Job description

Our client, a leading law firm in Bloemfontein, is seeking a highly organized and proactive Paralegal to provide crucial support to their busy commercial litigation department. In this role, you will be instrumental in assisting attorneys with case preparation, document management, and legal research. You will be involved in various stages of the litigation process, ensuring all administrative and procedural aspects are handled efficiently. This is an excellent opportunity for an aspiring legal professional to gain hands-on experience in commercial litigation within a supportive and professional environment in the heart of the Free State.

Paralegal - Commercial Litigation Support

Key Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with case management, including organizing case files, evidence, and discovery documents.
• Conduct legal research on statutes, regulations, and case law relevant to litigation matters.
• Draft legal documents such as affidavits, notices, and correspondence under attorney supervision.
• Schedule depositions, court appearances, and client meetings.
• Prepare trial bind