Versatile Paralegal - Family, Estates & Civil

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

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.

Qualifications

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

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.

Skills

Organisation

Research skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Paralegal certificate

Tools

MS Office Suite

Legal research tools

Job description

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.