General litigation

Law Firm based in the Stellenbosch area requires the services of an experienced Litigation Secretary for a 5 month period. The key responsibilities include but are not limited to: Prepare necessary legal documentation as per the request from the Attorney Capture received documentation onto the in-house system for tracking and record keeping Opening of office files for new matters Drafting of summonses, POCs and pleadings in general Contact the courts to attend to various queries Accurately prepare documentation for the relevant court proceedings Ensure all status’s are correct per legal file Print and bind the relevant documentation ready for court proceedings Capture received files onto the in-house system for tracking and record keeping Ensure all documentation is correctly filed and labelled Keep accurate records of all judgment’s granted on the specific file Prepare and process affidavits for deposition Knowledgeable of the litigation process in general Ensure that all necessary documentation is processed accordingly for posting and relevant distribution Capturing of fees and disbursements for invoicing and accounting purposes Prepare monthly invoicing for work completed and send through to clients Request payments to be set up for clients against payments received Skills, Competencies, Qualifications and Experience Proficient and fast typist, has the ability to process dictation Excellent computer skills “soft collections” experience Knowledge the levy collections process Understanding the collections process in general Good understanding and knowledge of section 58 and 65 legal proceedings i.e. Judgments and Emolument Attachment Orders Experienced in preparing correspondent instructions Excellent written communication skills High attention to detail Good follow up skills Excellent inter personal skills Customer focused Neat and organised Fluent in English Relevant diploma or certificate 3 years legal secretary experience Remuneration: R8000 - R8300per month (based on experience and qualifiactions)

REQUIREMENTS: National Senior Certificate, Bachelor’s (NQF 7) as recognised by SAQA in LLB. Admission as an Attorney will be an added advantage. Competency in Contract Law and litigation processes essential. Strong organisational skills, team member, analytical, interpretation and implementation skills. Computer literacy. The ability to work under pressure and willingness to work after hours if required. Valid driver’s license DUTIES: The incumbent will manage Contracts, delinquent debtors and legal matters together with our Attorneys. This position is based within the company, working together with our account & debtors staff, reporting delinquents to relevant credit bureaux’s and preparation of files for handover including assistance with pleadings, affidavits and the general running of all legal matters. Vetting of contracts, conducting, coordinating and monitoring progress in respect of all proceedings pertaining to general litigation. Salary: In-line with market related, new qualified or admitted professionals together with incentives on recoveries. Application Process: E-mail CV with qualifications and recent head and shoulder photo to jobspe@puregroupsa.com using reference “Legal Application” in the subject line

Law firm requires the services of a Litigation and general Secretary to join their young and dynamic team. Responsibilities will include all secretarial work associated with general Civil Litigation specifically in the Magistrates’ and Regional Courts, Commercial Law, Wills, Trusts & Deceased Estates, Debt Review, general office administration. Will assist two attorneys. Minimum educational requirement: Matric / Grade 12 Previous experience in field, certificate in related field and proficiency in LegalSuite Software advantageous. Able to start ASAP. Market related salary commensurate with experience will be offered to the successful candidate. Please apply with a short CV containing contactable references, salary expectation and a recent photograph to vian@bestersattorneys.co.za