Senior Litigation Secretary

Danté Personnel Recruitment; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established Law Firm in Randburg seeks a Senior Legal Litigation Secretary to manage a busy litigation practice. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience, strong knowledge of court procedures, and excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include drafting documents, managing court filings, and liaising with clients. The role offers a salary of R 30,000 ctc.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Legal Secretary in a Litigation department.
• Strong working knowledge of court procedures, rules, and filing processes.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple files and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Drafting, formatting, and preparing pleadings, notices, and correspondence.
• Managing court filings, indexing, and pagination.
• Liaising with clients, counsel, and court personnel.

Skills

Legal Secretary experience

Court procedures knowledge

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Excellent typing speed

Strong communication skills

Tools

Legal Suite

GhostPractice

AJS

Job description

SA - Gauteng, RandburgR 30,000 ctc (Market related)A well-established L aw Firm in Randburg is seeking a Senior Legal Litigation Secretary to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be highly organised, detail-oriented, and experienced in managing a busy litigation practice with minimal supervision.

Salary

R 30,000 ctc

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Legal Secretary in a Litigation department (High Court and Magistrate’s Court exposure essential)
• Strong working knowledge of court procedures, rules, and filing processes
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant legal software (e.g., Legal Suite / GhostPractice / AJS)
• Excellent typing speed and accuracy
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple files and deadlines
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and support senior attorneys

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting, formatting, and preparing pleadings, notices, and correspondence
• Managing court filings, indexing, and pagination
• Handling dictaphone typing and document preparation
• Managing diaries, appointments, and deadlines
• Liaising with clients, counsel, and court personnel
• Maintaining confidentiality and professional standards at all times

Consultant: Elaine Braysher - Dante Personnel Pretoria Faerie Glen