Paralegal Vacancy in Durban Local Office

1 week ago


Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Legal Aid South Africa Full time

Job Title: Administrative Support Service Job

About Us:

Legal Aid South Africa is a National Public Entity with a strong presence across all nine provinces. Our mission is to provide quality legal services to indigent and vulnerable individuals, contributing to South Africa's constitutional democracy.

Role Overview:

This role provides administrative support to Legal Practitioners and office operations, adhering to Legal Aid SA policies, procedures, and standards.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Provide Paralegal services to those eligible for legal aid.
  • Solve non-litigious matters.
  • Handle litigious cases.
  • Maintain accurate client records.
  • Interview applicants for legal assistance.
  • Assist clients with form completion.
  • File and administer matters efficiently.
  • Process prisoner letters and handle correspondence.
  • Address local office requests via email.
  • Visit prisons daily for consultations.
  • Secure powers of attorney.
  • Search for matter details and respond to phone inquiries.
  • Consult walk-in clients.
  • Support High Court Practitioners with document preparation and filing.
  • Filing of Heads of Argument.

Requirements:

  • Matric and 1-year Paralegal degree.
  • Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • A valid unendorsed driver's license.
  • Comfortable interacting with inmates in correctional facilities.

Salary and Benefits:

BASIC SALARY: LEVEL 6 R211,713.00 per annum plus additional benefits.



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