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Graduate Legal Assistant

Paarl, DrakensteinFull-time2026-10-30

Core

Provide administrative and paralegal support to attorneys, assisting with case management, document preparation, and legal research.

Role type

entry-level legal assistant

Builds

legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, and case files

Domain

legal services

Required skills

legal research, document drafting, case file management, scheduling, legal terminology knowledge, Microsoft Office proficiency

Responsibilities

Assist attorneys with case preparation including drafting legal documents and pleadings; Conduct legal research using online databases; Organize and manage case files; Schedule client meetings and court dates; Communicate with clients and court personnel; Handle general administrative duties like filing and data entry; Prepare briefs and memos for review; Ensure compliance with legal procedures and firm policies