Tuesday, October 2, 2018

Paralegal/Legal Secretary (Kingston, Jamaica)

Core Functions:

Responsibilities will include assisting with the preparation and drafting of documents for filing in the Supreme Court of Jamaica and/or the several Resident Magistrates Courts througout the island; preparation of legal correspondence, documentation of clients, organizing logistics of legal materials and providing hands-on assistance and support to the team for all of their ongoing legal projects.

Suitable candidates should:
  • Have Bachelors degree in Management Studies or Business Administration
  • Associate degree in Paralegal Studies
  • Have a minimum of six (6) passes in CXC/GCE examinisations including English Language and Mathematics
  • Have a minimum of two (2) years working experiecne in the litigation department of a firm or otherlegal entity
  • Be well acquainted with the practices and procedures obtaining in the Supreme Court with respect to the preparation, filing and service of Court documents
  • Be able to prepare documentation in respect of personal injury claims
  • Be able to work in a busy and hectic environment
  • Be able to prioritize, work on own initiative and under a tight schedule
  • Have excellent writing and communication skills


Specialized Techniques/Knowledge:
  • Basic computer skills
  • The ability to analyse legal documents for accuracy
  • Completed paralegal training course
  • Experience/training in insuarance claims would be an asset
Interested persons should send a detailed resume accompanied by a letter of application no later than October 7, 2018.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.








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