Bontle Malebye
Nelspruit,MP
Summary
Driven and adaptable legal professional with a solid foundation in legal principles, backed by a Bachelor of Laws degree and substantial experience in case management, client communication, and administrative support. Skilled in legal research, document preparation, client liaison, and handling inquiries, I am committed to delivering quality service while building and maintaining strong relationships. With a keen eye for detail and strong organizational abilities, I excel in time management, data organization, and ensuring confidentiality. Eager to leverage my practical skills and strong work ethic, I aim to make a meaningful impact on clients' lives, contribute to team success, and help drive the organization's objectives forward in the legal and administrative domains.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Candidate Attorney
Tarwa Attorneys Inc.
02.2025 - Current
- Draft, proofread and edit general and legal documents, such as letters, Wills, and Trusts, ensuring clarity and compliance with company standards.
- Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills by answering inbound and outbound calls, managing email correspondence by responding to emails and following up on client inquiries in a professional and timely manner.
- Manage multiple case files under high-pressure conditions, ensuring that clients records are up-to-date and accurate.
- Attend dispute resolution meetings and court proceedings as a legal representative.
- Refer legal matters to dispute resolution bodies on behalf of clients.
- Conduct thorough legal research pertaining to each case using LexisNexis and Juta.
- Consult with clients and explain legal concepts, ensuring they understand their legal rights.
Legal Assistant
Tarwa Attorneys Inc.
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Conducted legal research for court trials and supported colleagues by assisting them with document preparation.
- Scheduled meetings, handled email correspondence, and maintained accurate records of all client interactions.
- Showcased strong organizational and planning skills by preparing and reviewing court and dispute resolution documents, ensuring compliance with legal standards.
- Supported team efficiency by organizing case data using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, ensuring a smooth workflow.
- Liaised with clients and external parties regarding a legal matter.
- Handled confidential information with maturity and professionalism, maintaining the highest ethical standards and demonstrating the ability to manage sensitive client concerns with tact and diplomacy.
Transcriptionist
Rev.com Inc.
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Demonstrated high attention to detail by adding accurate subtitles to videos, ensuring proper formatting and adherence to strict guidelines.
- Developed strong time management and problem-solving skills by meeting tight deadlines and maintaining an 80% client satisfaction rate.
- Refined written communication and proofreading abilities, correcting grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors to maintain high content accuracy.
- Showcased ability to work independently while managing multiple projects efficiently, ensuring high-quality outputs in a fast-paced environment.
- Used headsets and transcribing software to take dictation of medical documents.
Education
Bachelor of Laws - Law
University of The Free State
Bloemfontein, South Africa12-2024
Skills
- Client Relations
- Excellent Written and Verbal Communication
- Data Entry
- Document Review: Proofreading, Editing & Drafting
- Organization
- Time Management
- Computer Proficiency
- Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, Outlook & PowerPoint
- Legal Research & Analysis
- Legal Compliance
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
isiZulu
Intermediate (B1)
SeTswana
Intermediate (B1)
Afrikaans
Intermediate (B1)
Timeline
Candidate Attorney
Tarwa Attorneys Inc.
02.2025 - Current
Legal Assistant
Tarwa Attorneys Inc.
08.2024 - 01.2025
Transcriptionist
Rev.com Inc.
10.2021 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Laws - Law
University of The Free State
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