Robyn Lourens

Experienced Legal Personal Assistant and Conveyancing Secretary with extensive background in conveyancing, commercial and litigation support, deceased estates, and general legal administration. Highly organised and detail-driven with strong skills in document preparation, client liaison, diary management and property transaction support.

Personal Assistant at Chris Baker & Associates (2014-09 – 2026-08)

Provided confidential secretarial and personal assistant support to legal professionals, managing legal documents, correspondence, and labour law case administration. Coordinated travel, maintained diaries, scheduled meetings, handled client communications, and prioritized daily office operations.

PA, Commercial & Litigation Secretary at Van Rooyen & Efstratiou (2010-04 – 2014-04)

Supported attorneys across commercial, litigation, and conveyancing matters while drafting legal correspondence and court documentation. Managed legal files throughout their full lifecycle, maintained attorney diaries, scheduled appointments, and executed routine office administrative tasks.

Temporary Legal Assistant at Various Assignments (2009-07 – 2010-03)

Provided temporary legal secretarial support across various law firms, preparing legal documentation and correspondence. Executed core office administration, including client communication and file management.

Conveyancing Secretary at Friedman Scheckter Attorneys (2007-07 – 2009-06)

Managed Standard Bank bond registrations and cancellations while preparing conveyancing documentation and liaising with clients. Supported Road Accident Fund (RAF/MVA) matters and provided cross-departmental assistance to commercial and litigation teams with overflow work.

Conveyancing Secretary at Rushmere Noach Inc. (2006-01 – 2006-06)

Managed residential and commercial property transfers, bond registrations, and cancellations. Prepared conveyancing transaction documentation while actively liaising with banks, clients, and attorneys to ensure seamless execution.

Conveyancing Secretary at De Klerk & Van Gend Attorneys (2004-01 – 2006-01)

Processed property transfers end-to-end from instruction to registration, alongside bond registrations and cancellations. Handled correspondent conveyancing matters, prepared legal documentation, and maintained comprehensive client files.

PA / Secretary – Commercial Department at Joubert, Galpin & Searle Inc Attorneys (2001-01 – 2003-01)

Provided executive secretarial support to the Managing Director, managing higher-level correspondence, diaries, and legal documentation. Coordinated meetings and oversaw broader administrative functions.

PA / Secretary – Liquidation Dept. at Lynn & Berrangé Inc Attorneys (2001-01 – 2003-01)

Provided administrative support to the Liquidator, managing legal correspondence and client communication. Maintained confidential legal records and files throughout case proceedings.

Conveyancing Secretary at Syfret Godlonton Fuller Moore Inc Attorneys (1998-01 – 1999-01)

Processed property transfers, NBS bond registrations, and deceased estate transfers. Prepared conveyancing documentation and liaised directly with clients throughout each transaction.

Conveyancing Secretary / Personal Assistant at Buchanan Boyes Attorneys (1996-01 – 1998-01)

Processed commercial bonds, property transfers, and bond cancellations while managing correspondent conveyancing files. Assisted attorneys with legal administration and documentation.

PA & Conveyancing Secretary at Joubert Galpin & Searle Attorneys (1990-01 – 1996-01)

Supported the Conveyancer across all conveyancing matters, processing transfers, bond registrations, and cancellations. Administered Body Corporate matters, prepared Wills and Antenuptial Contracts, and assisted with Deceased Estate administration while maintaining accurate legal records and client files.