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Litigation Support Clerk (Discovery)

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Gqeberha, Eastern Cape

Full-time

Posted 1 hour ago

Full-time Legal

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Job Description

A litigation law firm in Gqeberha needs strong legal admin so the attorneys can focus on the law. People who do well here are steady, honest and not scared to ask when something is unclear.

Location: Gqeberha, Eastern Cape. Applicants who already live in the area get looked at first.

What you'll actually do

Collect documents for estates, such as death certificates and bank statements
Prepare fee notes and draft invoices for review
Prepare section 129 notices and default judgment applications
Type and format letters, notices and affidavits from dictation or drafts
Collate and index court bundles and discovery files
Keep personal information in files secure under POPIA
Handle incoming calls and give clients straightforward progress updates

What you need

Fast, accurate typing and strong Word formatting
Discreet with confidential client information
Matric plus a legal secretary or paralegal qualification
Experience on legal software such as LegalSuite, AJS or GhostPractice
Organised under pressure from several attorneys
Understanding of court rules and deadlines

Extra points for

Paralegal diploma or LLB studies in progress
Experience with the Master's Office for estates
NCR debt counsellor course

What you get

Office hours with no weekend work
Year-end bonus at many firms
Close-to-transport offices in city centres
Study assistance for LLB or paralegal courses

How to apply

Make sure the role, the hours and working in Gqeberha really suit you before you apply.
Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: references from attorneys you worked for plus typing speed certificate if you have one.
Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
Watch for a call or WhatsApp from How2Apply over the next 10 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Gqeberha; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

How2Apply never charges you to apply, for training, for uniforms or for a "placement fee". If anyone asks you for money, it is a scam.

Before you hit apply

Proofread your application twice; law firms treat a single typo as a warning sign for legal admin posts.
Include your typing speed; many firms test it on the day of the interview.