Litigation Secretary

2 weeks ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa AGC Recruitment Pty Ltd Full time
Defended Litigation Support Specialist Opportunity

AGC Legal Recruitment is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Defended Litigation Support Specialist to join our client, a prestigious law firm renowned for its expertise in complex litigation and client-focused service.

Role Overview:

The Defended Litigation Support Specialist will provide crucial administrative and secretarial support to the defended department, which manages all defended litigation cases. 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, up-to-date, 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 case-related 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.
  • Detail-oriented, 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. Brought to you by AGC Legal Recruitment.


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