Sinazo Mbelu
Legal Secretary/ Conveyancing Secretary
Ballitoville
Summary
Focused Legal Secretary with solid administrative support background. Pays attention to details as well as considering larger picture when managing court filing procedures and deadlines.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Secretary
Sihawu Attorneys Inc.
02.2023 - Current
- Assisted in drafting legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and briefs, contributing to successful case resolutions.
- Scheduled all appointments, appearances and briefings.
- Organized files for court proceedings.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive information to protect client privacy and uphold professional ethics.
- Organized and maintained an efficient electronic filing system for easy access to critical documents and data.
- Facilitated communication between clients and attorneys, ensuring prompt responses to inquiries.
Conveyancing Secretary
Caw-Jijana Attorneys Inc.
02.2023 - Current
- Increased office efficiency through proficient use of conveyancing software tools for document tracking and information management.
- Collaborated with attorneys to ensure smooth title transfers for residential and commercial properties.
- Kept clients informed throughout the entire conveyancing process using various communication methods tailored to individual preferences.
- Reduced errors in legal documents by meticulously proofreading and editing before submission.
- Facilitated clear communication between all parties involved in property transactions to minimize misunderstandings and delays.
- Assisted in successfully closing numerous property transactions within tight deadlines, ensuring client satisfaction.
Legal Secretary
Zimasa Speelman Attorneys Inc.
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Improved client satisfaction by providing timely and accurate legal document preparation.
- Provided exceptional customer service when greeting clients and answering phone calls, fostering a welcoming environment.
- Received and placed telephone calls to clients and prospective clients.
- Arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials.
- Coordinated meetings, conferences, and travel arrangements for attorneys, ensuring seamless scheduling across the firm.
Legal Secretary
Amahle Makoka Attorneys Inc.
09.2018 - 11.2019
- Prepared legal correspondence and wrote professional letters for legal assistants and attorneys.
- Developed and maintained filing and retrieval systems.
- Filed documents with courts on behalf of attorney.
- Managed multiple high-priority tasks simultaneously, meeting all deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
- Diligently edited legal correspondence for grammar and spelling.
Legal Secretary
Chitha Sikhunyana & Partners
01.2014 - 08.2018
- Screened telephone calls and forwarded to appropriate departments.
- Answered and directed calls using multi-line switchboard.
- Streamlined office procedures for increased efficiency in handling legal matters.
- Supported attorneys during trials by efficiently coordinating exhibits, witness interviews, and other essential tasks.
Education
Baccalaureate - Law
University Of South Africa
Durban, South Africa 04.2001 -
Higher Certificate - Law
Universirt Of South Africa
Durban, South Africa 04.2001 -
Higher Certificate - Information Technology
Durban Computer College
Durban, South Africa 04.2001 -
Grade 12 - NCS
Umtata Technical College
Mthatha, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Client correspondence
Billing and invoicing
Phone etiquette
Appointment setting
Document filing
Drafting legal documents
Timeline
Legal Secretary
Sihawu Attorneys Inc.
02.2023 - Current
Conveyancing Secretary
Caw-Jijana Attorneys Inc.
02.2023 - Current
Legal Secretary
Zimasa Speelman Attorneys Inc.
01.2020 - 01.2023
Legal Secretary
Amahle Makoka Attorneys Inc.
09.2018 - 11.2019
Legal Secretary
Chitha Sikhunyana & Partners
01.2014 - 08.2018
Baccalaureate - Law
University Of South Africa
04.2001 -
Higher Certificate - Law
Universirt Of South Africa
04.2001 -
Higher Certificate - Information Technology
Durban Computer College
04.2001 -
Grade 12 - NCS
Umtata Technical College
04.2001 -