AMANDA SITYANA
LEGAL PRACTITIONER
Summary
My professional background began as a Candidate Attorney in 2011. I was then admitted as an Attorney of the High Court of South Africa in 2013 and within the prescribed two year period, after successfully completing all four board exams. I have practiced at a couple of firms whilst going up the ladder and worked as a Legal Advisor. I have since been appointed as an Acting Magistrate for a 3 year period, which was a privilege and honour.
With this background I have developed and honed various skills and attributes, which are sound in any legal environment and position.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Director / Attorney
A SITYANA INCORPORATED.
01.2017 - Current
- Firm & Staff Management, All aspects of civil litigation
- DIRECTOR / PRACTICING ATTORNEY
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Boosted client satisfaction rates through exceptional relationship management and prompt resolution of issues.
- Drafted and reviewed contracts and other legal documents to support client needs.
- Consult with clients, research the applicable legal position, draft pleadings, appear in court, and liaise or negotiate with third parties. Attend to all aspects of litigation.
Candidate Attorney
BATE CHUBB & DICKSON INC.
1 2011 - 6 2013
- Legal research, drafting legal documents, liaising with clients, attorneys and third parties, appearing in court.
Acting Magistrate
JUDICIARY
08.2021 - 08.2024
- Presided in specialized areas of law such as family, criminal and civil litigation. Conducted trials, assessed evidence and made findings, wrote judgments and handed down judgments and sentences.
- Exercised discretion in granting bail.
- Maintained courtroom decorum by enforcing strict adherence to rules and procedures.
- Mediated settlement conferences to encourage parties to resolve disputes amicably and efficiently.
- Dealt with various stakeholders in the judicial system: attorneys and advocates, witnesses, accused persons, interpreters, stenographers, court orderlies.
- Issued warrants of arrest, or detention based on findings.
- Upheld ethical standards through impartiality and integrity in all aspects of judicial responsibilities.
Director / Attorney
AA NDIBI & ASSOCIATES
09.2015 - 01.2017
- Firm & staff management
- All aspects of civil litigation.
Legal Advisor
LEGALWISE
07.2013 - 08.2016
- Consulting and providing legal advice to clients, corresponding with attorneys & third parties, legal research and instructing panel attorneys
- Acted as Supervisor of King Williams' Town Branch - included staff and financial oversight, reporting to Regional Manager.
Education
Matric -
HUDSON PARK HIGH SCHOOL
01.2004 -
Bachelor of Arts - Legal Theory & Politics
RHODES UNIVERSITY
01.2005 - 04.2007
LL.B - undefined
RHODES UNIVERSITY
01.2008 - 04.2010
Skills
Good analytical skills
Work well under pressure
Leadership
Punctuality & time management
Self-motivated & organised
People Management / interpersonal skills
Strong Administrative Skills
Strong communication Skills - written & presentation
Socialexperience
- JUNIOR CHAMBER INTERNATIONAL, GENERAL LEGAL COUNSEL, 2015, 2016
- EL & MDANTSANE ATTORNEYS ASSOCIATION, 2017/2018, 2018/2019
- SMALL CLAIMS COURT COMMISSIONER - MDANTSANE MAGISTRATES 'COURT, 2018 - 2021
- BUSINESS SENSE FOUNDATION (NGO - PRIMARY FOCUS RURAL DEVELOPMENT & FOOD SECURITY), 2018
- RADIO PRESENTER: THE LEGAL LINK WITH AMI ON LINK FM IN 2021
Agreement
I agree that my personal data will be processed in order to recruit for the position I am applying for.
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
IsiXhosa
Advanced (C1)
Afrikaans
Elementary (A2)
References
Ms Lydia Monakali - Chief Magistrate: East London:
082 590 9749
LMonakali@justice.gov.za
Ms Nomnikelo Jebese - Snr Magistrate Civil Section:
067 046 9266
NoJebese@justice.gov.za
Mr Asanda Pakade -Snr Attorney & former President Attorney's Association:
073 900 6205 / 082 461 4827
pakade@pakadeattorneys.co.za
Mr Jason Chambers - Snr Attorney & Director:
082 655 7141
leone@batechubb.co.za
Timeline
Acting Magistrate
JUDICIARY
08.2021 - 08.2024
Director / Attorney
A SITYANA INCORPORATED.
01.2017 - Current
Director / Attorney
AA NDIBI & ASSOCIATES
09.2015 - 01.2017
Legal Advisor
LEGALWISE
07.2013 - 08.2016
LL.B - undefined
RHODES UNIVERSITY
01.2008 - 04.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Legal Theory & Politics
RHODES UNIVERSITY
01.2005 - 04.2007
Matric -
HUDSON PARK HIGH SCHOOL
01.2004 -
Candidate Attorney
BATE CHUBB & DICKSON INC.
1 2011 - 6 2013
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