Legal Typist / Legal Secretary – Litigation Support

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Legal Typist / Legal Secretary to support our litigation team in Pretoria. The role focuses on High Court and personal injury matters, requiring accurate transcription of dictation and professional client interaction.

Key responsibilities

• Type and prepare legal correspondence, pleadings, notices, affidavits, and court documents from dictation.
• Provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to attorneys.
• Assist with High Court litigation from initiation through to conclusion, including preparation for court proceedings.
• Manage and maintain client files, ensuring accurate filing and record‑keeping.
• Liaise with clients, attorneys, advocates, courts, medical professionals, and other relevant parties.
• Monitor important dates, deadlines, court appearances, and filing requirements.
• Handle confidential and sensitive client information with discretion.

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Legal Secretary, Legal Typist, or similar role.
• Proven litigation experience, especially on High Court matters.
• Essential experience in personal injury litigation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational and administrative abilities.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks and meet deadlines while maintaining confidentiality.

Required skills

• Proficiency with legal dictation and transcription tools.

What we offer

• Competitive total cost to company (CTC) of R20 000 – R25 000 per month.