Job

Paralegal I (Pretoria)

2024/01/23

Reference Number

TMP2401-CKL01

Description

Duties and responsibilities

Performing routine legal functions under supervision of a qualified legal professional
Displaying a high level of initiative and being pro-active in practice
Assisting with practice administration, i.e. billing, enquiries, fee collections, etc

Creation of new, updating and maintaining of Trade Mark records and portfolios on Patricia
Drafting of Trade Mark documentation including forms
Typing general correspondence
Preparing quotes for the filing of new Trade Mark applications
Attending to accounting matters (re: WIP lists and Debtors)
Typing of invoices and credit notes (including up loadable-bills)
Preparing, drawing and/or formatting of Trade Mark listings for agents or proprietors
Opening files
Drawing diary files and drafting routine diary correspondence
Faxing, filing, photo copying and general office duties
Sending and receiving e-mails
Checking and monitoring Standing Instructions
Faxing, filing, photo copying and general office duties
Sending and receiving e-mails
Answering telephone calls
Handling routine correspondence and diarising files

Requirements

Skills and knowledge

A meticulous person who pays attention to detail
Good command of the English language
Computer literate
Typing speed of 60 wpm
Ability to do Dictaphone typing
Ability to work independently
Ability to work under pressure and to use initiative
Must have a sense of urgency and ability to prioritise work
Ability to work in a team – sharing of responsibilities and regular work discussions, receiving, and giving guidance
Ability to deal with several matters at once – must be able to cope with interruptions
In-depth knowledge of Patricia (database) and CMS (accounting programme)

Qualification/s

Work Level

Junior Management

Job Type

Permanent

Salary

Market Related

EE Position

Location

Pretoria