Casey Jacobs
@caseyjacobs
LLB-trained legal assistant delivering precise litigation and estate administration support.
What I'm looking for
I am an LLB graduate and experienced executive legal assistant who provides meticulous administrative and litigation support to senior attorneys. I have hands-on experience drafting legal documents, managing case files, and coordinating hearings across family, civil and commercial matters.
In practice-based roles I administered deceased estates, liaised with the Master of the High Court and managed liquidation and distribution accounts, ensuring accurate valuations and compliance with the Administration of Estates Act.
I contributed to litigation by conducting legal research, preparing affidavits, and supporting trial preparation for matters including divorce, eviction, medical negligence and commercial disputes. I also coordinated consultations, mediations and client communication, maintaining confidentiality and strong professional ethics.
I am proficient in Microsoft Office and LexisNexis, comfortable with remote work, and thrive as a dependable right hand to senior leaders—prioritising tasks, solving problems and delivering high-quality legal administrative support.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Executive Legal Assistant
Rene Miller Attorneys
Jan 2024 - Jan 2025 (1 year)
Drafted pleadings, contracts and legal correspondence, managed case files and client communications, and supported senior attorneys in trial preparation and litigation across family, civil and commercial matters.
Administrative Assistant
MLVH Estate Services (Pty) Ltd
Jan 2023 - Jan 2024 (1 year)
Administered deceased estates under the Administration of Estates Act, prepared liquidation and distribution accounts, liaised with the Master of the High Court and beneficiaries, and coordinated asset transfers and estate finalisation.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Legal Education and Development (LEAD) – Law School Night School Programme
Certificate, Legal Education
2024 - 2024
Completed the LEAD Law School Night School Programme focused on practical legal training and professional development.
University of the Western Cape
Bachelor of Laws, Law
2019 - 2023
Completed a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) with coursework in constitutional, civil, criminal, family, corporate, contract, labour, intellectual property, environmental, internet, evidence, and public international law.
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