Legal Secretary and Personal Assistant

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LEGAL SECRETARY – GENERAL LITIGATION Location: Pretoria East, Gauteng Employment Type: Permanent Industry: Legal \/ Law Firm A reputable law firm based in Pretoria East is seeking an experienced and highly organised Legal Secretary to provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support within a busy General Litigation Department . The successful candidate must have solid experience in a litigation environment, with a strong understanding of legal processes, excellent drafting and typing skills, and the ability to manage multiple matters, deadlines and administrative responsibilities efficiently. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Matric \/ Grade 12 Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Legal Secretary , preferably within a litigation department Bilingual (Afrikaans and English) Proven experience in General Litigation Experience with High Court and Magistrates’ Court matters will be advantageous Strong knowledge of legal terminology, processes and documentation Experience in drafting and formatting legal documents Excellent typing and computer skills Proficiency in MS Word, Outlook and Excel Experience with CaseLines, Court Online and\/or LegalSuite will be advantageous Excellent diary and deadline management skills Strong administrative and organisational abilities Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently and manage multiple matters simultaneously Strong attention to detail and accuracy Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines Professional, reliable and well organised KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Provide comprehensive secretarial support to attorneys within the litigation department Draft, type, format and proofread legal documents, pleadings, notices, correspondence and other litigation documentation Assist with preparation and management of litigation matters Maintain and manage physical and electronic legal files Manage attorneys’ diaries, appointments, court dates, consultations and deadlines Ensure important litigation dates and deadlines are diarised and followed up Prepare and organise documents for court proceedings and consultations Assist with the preparation of court bundles and related documentation File and serve legal documents as required Upload and manage documents on CaseLines\/Court Online , where applicable Liaise professionally with clients, advocates, sheriffs, courts and other legal professionals Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, emails and telephone enquiries Maintain accurate records and ensure files are kept up to date Perform general legal administration and office support Assist attorneys with any additional administrative requirements relating to their matters Ensure all work is completed accurately, professionally and within required deadlines Please send your CV to or apply via our website