Paralegal - Litigation

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 invites a highly organized Paralegal (Litigation) to join a reputable Stellenbosch firm. You will support litigation attorneys from client intake through trial preparation and post-trial proceedings.

Your responsibilities include legal research, drafting pleadings and discovery requests, managing discovery, and maintaining accurate case files, while communicating effectively with clients, witnesses, court personnel and opposing counsel.

Qualifications

• Paralegal certificate or diploma or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 4 years of litigation-focused paralegal work.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Experience with e-discovery platforms and litigation software.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in document prep.
• Effective communication with clients, witnesses, court personnel, and opposing counsel.
• Familiarity with relevant court rules and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with trials, hearings, and depositions.
• Conduct legal research using databases and resources to support case strategy.
• Draft pleadings, motions, subpoenas, discovery requests, and other legal documents.
• Manage discovery: review, organize, and production.
• Maintain and organize all case files for accuracy and completeness.
• Coordinate with clients, witnesses, court personnel, and opposing counsel.
• Assist with trial prep, including exhibits and witness coordination.
• Track deadlines and manage the attorney's caseload.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting docs

Communication

Organization

Detail-oriented

Education

Paralegal certificate/diploma

Tools

E-discovery platforms

Litigation software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Paralegal with a specialization in Litigation to join their reputable firm in Stellenbosch . In this role, you will provide essential support to litigation attorneys throughout the entire case lifecycle, from initial client contact to trial preparation and post-trial proceedings. Your responsibilities will include conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, managing discovery processes, and maintaining case files. This position offers a stimulating environment for a dedicated paralegal looking to advance their career in a vibrant legal community.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in preparing for trials, hearings, and depositions.
• Conduct legal research using databases and other resources to support case strategy.
• Draft pleadings, motions, subpoenas, discovery requests, and other legal documents.
• Manage discovery process, including document review, organization, and production.
• Organize and maintain all case files, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Communicate with clients, witnesses, court personnel, and opposing counsel.
• Assist with trial preparation, including exhibit organization and witness coordination.
• Track case deadlines and manage the attorney's caseload effectively.

Requirements

• A relevant paralegal certificate or diploma, or equivalent practical experience.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience as a paralegal, with a strong focus on litigation.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Experience with e-discovery platforms and litigation support software.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with diverse parties.
• Familiarity with court rules and procedures in the relevant jurisdiction.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package and benefits.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging litigation cases.
• Professional development and continuing education support.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment in Stellenbosch .
• Exposure to a dynamic legal practice.