Paralegal (Personal Injury Claims) – Permanent

An estates and trusts company in Phalaborwa needs strong legal admin so the attorneys can focus on the law. This is a good step for someone who wants proper routine and a manager who notices good work.

The site is in Phalaborwa; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying.

• Open new matters and do conflict checks on the practice system
• Capture payments and update debtor balances on collection matters
• Handle incoming calls and give clients straightforward progress updates
• Collate and index court bundles and discovery files
• Manage the attorney's diary and book consultations
• Keep personal information in files secure under POPIA

• At least 2 years in a law firm or legal department
• Organised under pressure from several attorneys
• Discreet with confidential client information
• Experience on legal software such as LegalSuite, AJS or GhostPractice
• Fast, accurate typing and strong Word formatting
• Understanding of court rules and deadlines

• Experience with the Master's Office for estates
• Audio typing at 60+ words per minute
• Paralegal diploma or LLB studies in progress

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

• 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.