Our client is seeking a highly experienced Litigation Typist to join their professional legal team in Bloemfontein. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in litigation typing and legal administration, with an in-depth understanding of court processes and procedures from start to finish. The successful candidate will be highly accurate, detail-oriented and well organised, with the ability to work independently, manage multiple matters and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment.

This opportunity is ideally suited to a confident and knowledgeable litigation professional who understands the demands of the legal field and can effectively manage litigation documentation and processes with minimal supervision.

Minimum requirements

• Matric

• Minimum of 10 + working experience as a Litigation Typist

• In-depth understanding of court processes and procedures from start to finish

• Fluent in English and Afrikaans (speak, write and read)

• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office and LegalSuite

• Ability to work independently and under pressure

• Valid driver's license and own vehicle OR reliable transport

Skills required

• Extensive experience in litigation typing and legal administration

• In-depth knowledge and understanding of court processes and procedures

• Strong knowledge of litigation documentation and legal terminology

• Ability to manage the litigation process from initiation through to finalisation

• Excellent typing speed and accuracy

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy

• Strong organisational and time-management skills

• Ability to manage multiple matters and meet strict deadlines

• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced legal environment

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Excellent document formatting and proofreading skills

Duties and responsibilities

• Type, format and prepare legal documents, pleadings, notices, affidavits, applications, letters and general legal correspondence

• Prepare and finalise litigation documents in accordance with the applicable court rules and prescribed formats

• Maintain a thorough working knowledge of the procedures and processes applicable to the Magistrates' Court, Regional Court and High Court

• Understand the procedural steps required in litigation matters and attend to such steps independently

• Prepare and issue court process, including summonses, notices and other relevant documents

• Attend to the filing and service of court documents and ensure that matters progress timeously

• Manage and maintain litigation files, both physical and electronic

• Diarise court dates, deadlines, notices and follow-ups and ensure that these are properly attended to

• Prepare matters for court, including assisting with court files, bundles and necessary documentation

• Liaise with the Sheriff, Courts, opposing attorneys, advocates, clients and other relevant parties

• Follow up on outstanding pleadings, notices, returns of service, court orders and other documentation

• Attend to debt collection, including the preparation and issuing of relevant process, following up on matters, obtaining judgment where applicable, and attending to execution and enforcement processes

• Understand and attend to post-judgment processes, including warrants, writs, emoluments attachment orders and other enforcement procedures where applicable

• Assist with the administration and progression of defended and undefended litigation matters

• Ensure that matters are properly diarised and that procedural deadlines are not missed

• Identify the next procedural step required in a matter and bring it to the attention of the attorney where necessary

• Provide general litigation administration and support to attorneys

Remuneration

Negotiable, depending on experience

Work hours

Monday - Thursday: 07h30 - 13h00 and 14h00 - 16h30

Friday: 07h30 - 13h00 and 13h30 - 16h00

IMPORTANT:

• Applications close 28 August 2026

• Only applications submitted via the Ditto Jobs platform will be considered

• Only candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted

• No social media messages / comments will be responded to