JOB VACANCY: LEGAL CLERK

Location: Upperhill

We are seeking a competent, reliable, and detail-oriented Legal Clerk to join our legal team. The ideal candidate must be well-versed in legal procedures and have prior experience working in a law firm or legal department.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, format, and file legal documents including pleadings, affidavits, agreements, and correspondence
• Conduct legal research and prepare case summaries
• File court documents physically and through e-filing systems
• Maintain and organize case files and client records
• Schedule court dates, client meetings, and follow-ups
• Liaise with courts, registries, clients, and other stakeholders
• Assist advocates with case preparation and documentation
• Ensure compliance with legal procedures and timelines
• Handle confidential information with discretion

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Law (LLB), Paralegal Studies, or related field
• Minimum 2 years’ experience working in a law firm or legal environment
• Strong understanding of court procedures and legal documentation
• Experience with legal drafting and case management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of integrity and professionalism
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal filing systems

Key Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Confidentiality and ethical conduct

• Draft, format, and file legal documents including pleadings, affidavits, agreements, and correspondence
• Conduct legal research and prepare case summaries
• File court documents physically and through e-filing systems
• Maintain and organize case files and client records
• Schedule court dates, client meetings, and follow-ups
• Liaise with courts, registries, clients, and other stakeholders
• Assist advocates with case preparation and documentation
• Ensure compliance with legal procedures and timelines
• Handle confidential information with discretion

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal filing systems
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Confidentiality and ethical conduct

• Diploma or Degree in Law (LLB), Paralegal Studies, or related field
• Minimum 2 years’ experience working in a law firm or legal environment
• Strong understanding of court procedures and legal documentation
• Experience with legal drafting and case management