Litigation Secretary

7 days ago


Johannesburg, South Africa AGC Recruitment Pty Ltd Full time
Our client is a prestigious law firm renowned for its expertise in complex litigation and clientfocused service. They are seeking a dedicated and experienced Litigation secretary to join their defended department which manages all defended litigation cases.

Role Overview:

The Litigation Secretary will provide crucial administrative and secretarial support to the defended department. This role requires significant experience in defended litigation to ensure the efficient management and progression of defended cases from allocation to resolution.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Case Management: Efficiently manage and organize case files ensuring that all documents are accurate uptodate and securely stored.
  • Document Preparation: Draft format and proofread legal documents including pleadings motions and court submissions.
  • Court Coordination: Assist with preparing case bundles and evidence and manage court appearances and scheduling.
  • Understand case timelines and defense processes.
  • Coordinate with sheriffs for caserelated matters.
  • Utilize Case Lines for case management.
  • Ensure timely delivery of advocate briefs.
  • Maintain accurate diary entries for case files.
  • Update stakeholders on case progress.
  • Oversee and manage settlement negotiations.
  • Communication: Handle correspondence with clients courts and other parties and maintain professional communication at all times.
  • Administrative Support: Provide general administrative support including managing appointments meetings and filing.
  • Confidentiality: Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and adhere to data protection regulations.

Required Experience and Qualifications:

  • Matric.
  • Legal Secretary Diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience in a similar role within a law firm or legal department.
  • Proven experience as a legal secretary with a focus on defended litigation.
  • Strong understanding of defended litigation processes and legal terminology.
  • Proficiency in case management systems and Microsoft Office Suite. Excellent organizational and communication skills.
  • Detailoriented able to manage multiple tasks and capable of working independently as well as part of a team.

Interested candidates should submit their CV online.

Salary: Market Related

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