Litigation Secretary

**Western Cape**, Tyger Valley**

**R13,000 - R23,000 Monthly**

**A Legal company in Tyger Valley is looking for a **Litigation Secretary** to assist lawyers with typing, filing, working with briefs, motions and pleadings, answer phones, setting up appointments and more on a 1-year contract.**

**EMPLOYMENT TYPE : Contract**

**SECTOR : Legal**

**START DATE : Immediate**

**DUTIES**:
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- **Prepare and process legal documents and papers, e.g. deeds, wills, affidavits and briefs**
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- **Review and proofread documents and correspondence to ensure compliance with legal procedures**
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- **File, scan and copy legal documents**
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- **Schedule hearings, meetings and court depositions**
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- **Make travel arrangements**
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- **File documents with court before the deadlines**
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- **Collect information needed for a case, such as medical records / accident reports**
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- **Prepare documents that lawyers will need in court**
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- **Book appointments with clients, witnesses or court officials**
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- **Answer and make phone calls**
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- **Assist with legal research relating to cases**
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- **Attend court in order to take notes**
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- **Keep documents organised**
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**REQUIREMENTS**:
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- **Matric**
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- **Paralegal / Legal secretary qualification**
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- **1 - 2 years’ experience within a law firm**
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- **Clear criminal and credit record**
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- **Computer Literate - MS Office + AJS System**
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- **Knowledge of Road Accident Fund / Medical Negligence / General Litigation**
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- **Trustworthy**
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- **Non-smoker**
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- **Good planning & organizing skills**
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- **Attention to detail**
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- **Good time management skills**
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- **Able to work under pressure**
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**HOURS**:
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- **08:30 - 17:00 (Mon - Fri)**
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**CLOSING DATE**:
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- **04 June 2023**
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**today.**
- For more information please contact:
**Margaret Howland