LITIGATION SECRETARY

LITIGATION SECRETARY - GAUTENGFull job descriptionKey areas of responsibility: Dictaphone and copy-typing of a wide range of documents. Typing, formatting and collating of notices and pleadings. Incorporating amendments to documents and verifying that amendments have been effected correctly. Preparing resource, counsel and client files. Strong administration and organisational skills in order to manage professionals' practices (diary management, answering telephone calls and tracking messages in the absence of the professionals) General office and personal administration. Preparing pre-bills and billing memos (sending same to clients) Managing debtors with the accounts department. FICA administration: following up to ensure the FICA requirements are complete. Liaise with clients, counsel, presiding officers, experts and other service providers when instructed to do so by Lawyers. Assisting in preparation of tender submissions and presentations. Flight and accommodation arrangements. Handling of deceased estates.Academic/Skills/Experience Minimum 5 years experience as a litigation secretary. Excellent knowledge of MS Word programs (more specifically MS Word 2010 and Excel) Knowledge on Aderant Expert (CMS) accounting system. Experience in working on deceased estate matters. Knowledge on FileSite. Sound working knowledge of CourtOnline and CaseLines. Experience in High Court litigation (motion proceedings). Secretarial diploma/legal secretarial diploma/paralegal qualification (advantageous) Matric essential.Competencies Essential to be able to multi-task and prioritise all work as this position will be reporting to many Lawyers. Must be well-organised and conscientious. Strong communication skills (verbal and written) Display attention to detail. Good interpersonal skills. Maintain high standards of confidentiality. Honesty, reliability and punctuality. Take initiative and be diligent. Ability to work well under pressure. Excellent client relationship skills. Excellent time management skills.Job Type: Full-timePay: R1,00 - R2,00 per monthApplication Question(s):Do you have Sound working knowledge of CourtOnline and CaseLines?Experience in working on deceased estate matters?Do you have Knowledge on Aderant Expert (CMS) accounting system?Education:Diploma (Required)Experience:High Court litigation: 5 years (Required)