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Paralegal (Personal Injury Claims)

How2Apply Talent Network

Vereeniging, Gauteng

Full-time

Posted 9 hours ago

Full-time Legal

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Job Description

Draft, file, track and follow up: that's your week at a debt counselling firm in Vereeniging. This role rewards consistency more than flash.

You'll report in Vereeniging. Relocation is not covered for this one.

What your day looks like

Prepare section 129 notices and default judgment applications
Collate and index court bundles and discovery files
Handle incoming calls and give clients straightforward progress updates
Open new matters and do conflict checks on the practice system
Manage the attorney's diary and book consultations

Must-haves

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

Helpful, not essential

Experience with the Master's Office for estates
NCR debt counsellor course

What you get

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

Applying, step by step

Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: references from attorneys you worked for, typing speed certificate if you have one plus legal secretary or paralegal certificate.
Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 7 working days.

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

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

Tips to get shortlisted

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.