Junior Associate

As a Junior Associate, you will join an established professional services firm in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal and take ownership from day one. We need a team player who communicates well and takes responsibility for outcomes.

A strong emphasis is placed on safety, quality, and doing things right the first time. You will find a workplace that respects your time and your contribution. Think you are a good fit? Send your CV through and introduce yourself.

• Maintain and organise legal files and records in physical and electronic format, ensuring documents are correctly indexed and retrievable.
• Manage the diary and schedule of attorneys including arranging consultations, court appearances, and meetings with deadlines met.
• Assist with preparation of trial bundles including copying, collating, indexing, and paginating documents as per court rules.
• Liaise with clients, opposing counsel, court officials, and other stakeholders professionally, providing updates and managing expectations.
• Stay updated with changes in legislation and legal procedures affecting the practice areas in which the firm operates.

• Excellent word processing skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office to produce accurately typed legal documents.
• Proficiency in legal software packages including conveyancing platforms, legal accounting systems, and document management systems.
• A minimum of one to three years of experience in a legal environment including a law firm, corporate legal department, or public service.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with clients, counsel, and court personnel professionally.
• For paralegal and secretary roles, a diploma or certificate in legal studies, paralegal practice, or legal secretarial studies.