Paralegal

Paralegal Administrative East London RnegLegal and or related 3-year qualificationValid driver's licence (plus own transport advantageous)Must be fluent in English (able to speak, read and write competently)Fluency in isiXhosa would be advantageousAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentAbility to work independentlyAbility to receive and execute instructions from the professional staffStrong organisational skillsAttention to detail and a team playerExcellent written and verbal communication skills3 years' + previous working experience in a legal environmentAbility to maintain confidential informationCollection and management of organisational data.To draw documents and pleadings and manage the litigation process under the guidance of the Attorneys and Candidate Attorneys.  Performance Areas Communicating with clients and gathering the necessary documents and information to start building a caseDrafting, proofreading and filing or sending legal documentsManaging administrative responsibilities such as calendar and email managementFiling and maintaining electronic documents and recordsKeeping clients informed by maintaining contact and communicating case progressSubmitting records and documents to respective courthousesOther tasks as determined by the client.