Junior Litigation Administrator

The Person:Matric essential.Legal Secretarial diploma or certificate.Min 3 years experience within a law firm.Thorough knowledge, understanding and experience in litigation.Knowledge of FICA, CMS/Adarant, and Billback.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.The Duties:File, organise and maintain documents, case files and law libraries.Open and close legal files in accordance with the firms policies and procedures.Organise and maintain legal files in accordance with the firms policies and procedures.Assist in handling legal administration requirements.Assist in the preparation and processing of legal documents.Print all correspondence, pleadings and documents and file same in physical/ hard copy files.Ensure documents dispatched are accurate.Perform general office administration and management.Dictation typing.Follow up with clients regarding payments and keep a log of all client contact.Ensure FICA compliance.Complete time sheets and capture time on CMS/Adarant.Keep track of attorney time records and billing.Perform monthly invoicing in accordance with the firms policies and procedures.Skills and Competencies:Effective verbal and written communication skills.Basic numeracy and literacy skills.Good knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems.Be efficient and accurate.Well organised and conscientious.Demonstrate the ability to anticipate and plan.Ability to work under pressure and occasionally after hours.Team player.