Senior Litigation Secretary

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

Job summary

A well-established law firm in Randburg is seeking a Senior Legal Litigation Secretary to manage a busy litigation practice. The ideal candidate must have over 5 years of experience in a litigation department, strong knowledge of court procedures, and excellent organisational skills. Responsibilities include drafting legal documents, managing court filings, and liaising with clients and counsel. This position offers a competitive 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 and filing processes.
• Experience in handling dictaphone typing and document preparation.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, notices, and correspondence.
• Manage court filings and deadlines.
• Liaise with clients, counsel, and court personnel.

Skills

Organisational skills

Detail-oriented

Strong communication skills

Ability to manage multiple files

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Typing speed and accuracy

Tools

Legal software (Legal Suite / GhostPractice / AJS)

Job description

SUMMARY

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

POSITION INFO

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

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