Paralegal I

Adams & Adams; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking a meticulous bilingual individual for a senior secretarial role. The successful candidate will manage trademark litigations, prepare legal documents, and handle critical communications. This position requires strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently under pressure. Candidates with experience in anti-counterfeiting and proficiency in relevant software will be preferred.

Qualifications

• Litigation experience is preferable.
• 3 to 5 years of senior secretarial experience.
• Familiarity with Patricia system will be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage anti-counterfeiting and trademark litigations.
• Prepare legal documents and correspondence.
• Conduct trade investigations and prepare reports.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to prioritize

Typing speed of 60+ wpm

Computer literate in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook

Education

Matric / National Diploma or equivalent qualification

Paralegal diploma

Tools

Patricia system

CMS

Job description

Responsibilities

• Attend to and manage standard anti-counterfeiting and general trademark litigations such as oppositions, infringements, and company name objection matters.
• Prepare and draft schedules, standard affidavits, standard agreements, etc.
• Prepare letters of demand.
• Maintain records on Patricia system.
• Deal with urgent matters promptly and efficiently, ensuring all urgent tasks are completed on time.
• Handle difficult and advanced telephone inquiries skillfully.
• Conduct and/or organize trade investigations.
• Prepare monthly or quarterly reports for clients on the status of various matters being handled on their behalf.
• Prepare tax expert and complaint affidavits for submission to SAPS and SARS.
• Draft civil summons and other court pleadings.
• Draft Default Judgment applications and brief Counsel.
• Liaise with correspondent attorneys in different jurisdictions.
• Assist with invoicing.
• Liaise and coordinate with the Sheriffs regarding writ executions.
• Liaise with Police, CIPC, and SARS officials in all matters relating to Anti-Counterfeiting.

Requirements

Skills and knowledge

• A meticulous bilingual person with excellent communication skills.
• Computer literate in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Typing speed of 60+ wpm.
• Ability to work independently, under pressure, use initiative, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to prioritize.
• Good organizational skills.
• Must be flexible regarding time.
• Proficiency in Patricia and CMS will be advantageous.
• Experience in anti-counterfeiting will be beneficial.

Qualifications

• Matric / National Diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Litigation experience is preferable.
• Between three to five years of senior secretarial experience.
• A paralegal diploma will be advantageous.
• Familiarity with Patricia system will be advantageous.