Paralegal - General Practice

Placements24; Soweto; Presencial; ZAR 180.000 - 260.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng, is looking for a versatile Paralegal to support a general practice. You will handle client intake, case preparation, legal research and administrative tasks, contributing to accessible legal services for the Soweto community.

You will assist attorneys across family law, wills and estates, and civil matters. The ideal candidate is well organized, detail-oriented and capable of working independently or as part of a team to support multiple disciplines.

Formación

• Paralegal certificate or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of 2 years of paralegal or legal assistant experience.
• Experience across family law, wills, estates and civil litigation.

Responsabilidades

• Assist attorneys with case management from inception to closure.
• Conduct legal research and prepare case summaries and memos.
• Draft legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence.
• Interview clients and gather necessary information for case files.
• Manage and organize legal documents and case files.
• Schedule appointments, court dates, and depositions.
• Liaise with clients, court clerks, and other legal professionals.
• Provide general administrative support to the legal team.

Conocimientos

Organisation

Research skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Time management

Educación

Paralegal certificate

Herramientas

MS Office Suite

Legal research tools

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a community-focused legal practice in **Soweto**, **Gauteng**, is seeking a versatile Paralegal to support their general practice. This role requires a candidate with broad legal knowledge and the ability to assist attorneys across various fields, including family law, estate planning, and civil matters. You will be involved in client intake, case preparation, legal research, and administrative tasks. The ideal candidate is organised, detail-oriented, and passionate about providing accessible legal services to the **Soweto** community. This is an excellent opportunity to gain diverse legal experience and contribute to a meaningful cause within the **Gauteng** legal landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with case management from inception to closure.
• Conduct legal research and prepare case summaries and memos.
• Draft legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence.
• Interview clients and gather necessary information for case files.
• Manage and organize legal documents and case files.
• Schedule appointments, court dates, and depositions.
• Liaise with clients, court clerks, and other legal professionals.
• Provide general administrative support to the legal team.

Requirements

• Paralegal certificate or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a paralegal or legal assistant role.
• Experience with various areas of law such as family law, wills, estates, and civil litigation.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research tools.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Good interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary based on experience.
• Opportunity to practice law in a supportive community setting in **Soweto**, **Gauteng**.
• Gain comprehensive experience across multiple legal disciplines.
• Contribution to a provident fund.
• Paid annual leave and sick leave.
• Potential for professional growth and further training.
• A collegial and supportive work environment.