LEGAL SECRETARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES SHALL INCLUDE;
File, organize, scan, copy and fax legal documents
Process third party and vendor invoices
Greeting and receiving clients and visitors and answering visitor inquiries
Receive incoming calls and accurately route calls to the correct staff
Take minutes during meetings and dictation from Advocates
Attend to clients and provide advice to clients as may be directed by the Advocate
QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION;
Paralegal Certificate or diploma of any related field.
Previous experience as legal secretary will be added advantage
Knowledge of constitution, legal terminology, regulations and court system
Outstanding communication skills, time-management and typing skills
Ability to multitask and being comfortable dealing with a diverse pool of people
Ability to use MS Office and ability to work with legal technology
At least 1 years’ experience in a busy law firm undertaking secretarial work