Litigation Secretary

About the position

Our client, a leading commercial law firm, is seeking an experienced and highly organized Litigation Secretary to join their busy Litigation Department. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned legal secretary who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering exceptional support to legal professionals.
ey Responsibilities
Document Management & Production

• Dictaphone and copy-typing of a wide range of legal documents
• Typing, formatting and collating notices and pleadings
• Incorporating amendments to documents and verifying accuracy
• Preparing resource, counsel and client files

Practice Management & Administration

• Diary management and coordination of appointments
• Managing telephone calls and tracking messages
• General office and personal administration support
• Strong organizational oversight of professional practices

Financial Administration

• Preparing pre-bills and billing memos for client submission
• Managing debtors and liaising with accounts department on debt collection
• FICA administration and compliance follow-up

Stakeholder Liaison

• Communication with clients, counsel, presiding officers, experts and service providers as instructed
• Building and maintaining excellent client relationships

Requirements
Essential:

• 7-10 years' experience as a legal secretary
• Matric certificate
• Excellent proficiency in MS Word and Excel
• Knowledge of Aderant Expert (CMS) accounting system
• Knowledge of iManage document management system

Advantageous:

• Secretarial diploma / legal secretarial diploma / paralegal qualification
• Knowledge of Standard Bank MyRoof

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Desired Skills:

• Litigation Secretary
• MS Office
• IManage