Caitlin Moses
Legal Professional
Cape Town
Summary
I am a mature, innovative, hardworking legal professional who is goal orientated, driven and motivated. I excel in data entry, legal document drafting, and client negotiations, showcasing adaptability and problem-solving skills. I have a proven track record of enhancing productivity and fostering teamwork. I have completed my LLB with 12 Distinctions at the University of the Western Cape and my Master’s Degree in Commercial Shipping and Maritime Law at UCT.
I am currently in my final year of articles and awaiting admission as an Attorney of the High Court.
I am a self-starter who can follow instructions and a fast learner who can work with minimal supervision. I am reliable individual who can meet deadlines and aims to perform each task to the highest standard.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Candidate Attorney
Gillan and Veldhuizen Attorneys Inc
01.2023 - Current
- Drafting of legal documents i.e., summons (simple & combined), notice in terms of Rule 41A, particulars of claim, default judgements etc.
- Preparing Sheriffs Instructions.
- Knowledge of Court Procedures
- Preparing Company Profile
- Drafting letters of demand including statutory letters
- Conducted thorough research on various areas of law, ensuring accurate information and strong case foundations.
- Kept abreast of developments in relevant legislation, ensuring that advice given was current and accurate at all times.
- Maintained strict adherence to professional ethics guidelines, upholding the integrity of the legal profession at all times.
- Successfully negotiated settlements between disputing parties, avoiding costly litigation processes.
- Assisted Senior Attorneys in drafting contracts that protected clients' interests while adhering to applicable laws and regulations.
- Cultivated positive relationships with clients by maintaining open communication channels and addressing concerns proactively.
- Supported senior attorneys in high-profile cases, contributing to favorable verdicts and settlements.
- Attended court proceedings, representing clients'' interests and protecting their rights effectively.
- Prepared and filed pleadings, motions and other legal documents in court proceedings.
- Provided legal research and legal technical content to produce products showcasing firm expertise.
- Represented clients in court hearings for default judgement and in negotiations with other parties.
- Managed Infiniti matters (Vehicle Insurance) drafting letters of demand , settlement, apportionment of damages, summons etc.
Legal Intern
Advocate Darryl Cooke
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Shadowed Advocate Cooke on various cases he was currently dealing with on 15 July and 18 August 2022
- Partially assisted with research on a current matter he was dealing with.
- Attended court during one of the proceedings that were being represented by Advocate Cooke.
- Sorted legal documents, filing and case materials in clear, orderly systems.
Legal Intern
Gillan and Veldhuizen Attorneys Inc
07.2022 - 07.2022
- Worked alongside the current Candidate Attorneys.
- Was provided with an opportunity to sit in a client’s consultation which dealt with an antenuptial agreement.
- Dropped documents off at the Advocates chambers.
- Completed Mini Research Tasks.
- Saw what the day-to-day life of a Candidate Attorney entails.
- Sorted legal documents, filing and case materials in clear, orderly systems.
- Participated in client consultations, helping to address their concerns and provide valuable information regarding their cases.
Data Capturer
National Student Financial Aid Scheme
12.2017 - 02.2020
- Worked in the Loans & Bursaries Department
- Maintained strict confidentiality while handling sensitive student information and records.
- Entered student information into databases quickly and with minimal errors.
- Captured Student Applications via system and manually
- Assisted students telephonically
- In 2020 got promoted to be a Quality Assessor
- Dealt with Appeal Applications
- One of the top performers in terms of statistics and consistently worked
- Seasonal, administrator
- Always reconsidered for assistant positions
- Called Students back requesting missing documents
- Experience in Excel, MS Word and MS outlook
- Advanced experience in NSFAS Case work system
- Collected and recorded data pertinent to project goals and ultimate agricultural productivity.
Open Day Student Advisor
University of Western Cape
04.2019 - 05.2019
- Managed by Robyn Liedeman.
- Worked alongside Student Enrollment Management Unit.
- Main responsibilities were providing future UWC students with information and directions around the Campus.
- Assisted students and their parents with any enquiries they had.
- Handed out UWC Open Day gift bags for students and parents.
- Developed strong relationships with faculty members, fostering an environment of collaboration in support of student goals.
- Facilitated connections between students and relevant campus services such as tutoring, counseling, or financial aid assistance.
Education
National Senior Certificate (Matric) -
Norman Henshilwood High School
Cape Town 01.2012 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) - Law
University of The Western Cape
Cape Town, South Africa 01.2017 - 12.2021
Masters of Law (LLM) - Masters in Shipping Law
University of Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Microsoft office
Friendly and professional communications
Fluent in legal terminology
Legal administrative support
Legal proceedings
Data entry expertise
Problem-Solving
Filing and data archiving
Administrative Support
Organizational Skills
Teamwork and Collaboration
Adaptability and Flexibility
Accomplishments
- Obtained my Masters in Shipping Law within 1 year.
- Obtained 12 Distinctions during the course of my LLB
- Placed 12 on the Deans List in my final year of my LLB
- Authored two articles during my journey at Gillan and Veldhuizen
Additional Information
During my time at Gillan and Veldhuizen I had the opportunity to author a few articles. These articles can be read via the following links :
- https://bizmag.co.za/choosing-the-right-corporate-entity-for-your-new-busines/
- https://www.bbrief.co.za/businessbrief-august-september-2024/
Contactable References:
- Nataly Horn - 079 451 2965/ NatalyH@nsfas.org.za
- Professor Riekie Wandrag- (021) 959-3294/ mwandrag@uwc.ac.za
- Professor Graham Bradfield- (021) 650-2676/ graham.bradfield@uct.ac.za
- Advocate Kathryn De-Villiers- 076 159 4926
- Micarle Van Heerden ( Gillan and Veldhuizen)- 082 955 6956
Timeline
Candidate Attorney
Gillan and Veldhuizen Attorneys Inc
01.2023 - Current
Legal Intern
Advocate Darryl Cooke
07.2022 - 08.2022
Legal Intern
Gillan and Veldhuizen Attorneys Inc
07.2022 - 07.2022
Open Day Student Advisor
University of Western Cape
04.2019 - 05.2019
Data Capturer
National Student Financial Aid Scheme
12.2017 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) - Law
University of The Western Cape
01.2017 - 12.2021
National Senior Certificate (Matric) -
Norman Henshilwood High School
01.2012 - 12.2016
Masters of Law (LLM) - Masters in Shipping Law
University of Cape Town
04.2001 -
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