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Chikita Buys

Sandton

Summary

Detail-oriented legal professional with extensive experience in legal research, document preparation, and case management. Proficient in drafting comprehensive legal documents and maintaining meticulously organized case files while providing exceptional support to attorneys through effective communication and collaboration. Committed to fostering teamwork and demonstrating adaptability to meet evolving demands and achieve successful outcomes. Known for reliability and adeptness at managing multiple tasks in high-pressure environments, ensuring efficiency and excellence in all undertakings.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Legal Clerk

TCBA
07.2025 - Current
  • Drafted legal documents and correspondence to support case preparation and client communication.
  • Conducted legal research to ensure compliance with regulations and provide accurate information to attorneys.
  • Managed case files and documentation, ensuring organization and accessibility for legal teams.
  • Collaborated with attorneys in preparing for hearings, trials, and client meetings, enhancing overall readiness.
  • Supported attorneys during trial by organizing exhibits, taking notes on witness testimony, and tracking juror reactions.
  • Coordinated with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel to schedule appointments and hearings efficiently.

Candidate Attorney

De Broglio attorneys
06.2024 - 06.2025
  • Conducted legal research to support case strategies and enhance client representations.
  • Assisted in the review of legal documents, identifying potential risks and recommending amendments.

Tutor

Teach Me 2
05.2021 - 09.2024


  • Designed personalized lesson plans tailored to individual student needs and learning styles.
  • Facilitated engaging tutoring sessions that enhanced comprehension and retention of subject material.

Concession facilitator

BrightSparkz Tutors
11.2021 - 04.2023

Marker

Teach Me 2
03.2022 - 09.2022

Temporary teacher

Impact homeschool
02.2021 - 06.2021

Administrative Assistant

Discovery Limited
09.2020 - 01.2021

Nanny

Remote Work
08.2019 - 06.2020

Teacher

International TEFL Academy
11.2019 - 11.2019

Education

Master of Laws - LLM - International Economic Law

University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika
12.2026

400 Notional Hours (PVT) - undefined

Illovo Paralegal College of Education (IPCE)
12.2024

Bachelor of Laws - LLB - Law

University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria
01.2023

Bachelor of Art - Law, Psychology

University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria
01.2021

TEFL - Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor

International TEFL Academy
01.2019

Skills

  • One-on-one Instruction
  • Public Speaking
  • Typing
  • File organization
  • Legal research
  • Legal writing
  • Oral communication
  • Calendar management
  • Litigation support
  • Microsoft office

Languages

English (Native or Bilingual)
Afrikaans (Native or Bilingual)
French (Elementary)

Timeline

Legal Clerk

TCBA
07.2025 - Current

Candidate Attorney

De Broglio attorneys
06.2024 - 06.2025

Marker

Teach Me 2
03.2022 - 09.2022

Concession facilitator

BrightSparkz Tutors
11.2021 - 04.2023

Tutor

Teach Me 2
05.2021 - 09.2024

Temporary teacher

Impact homeschool
02.2021 - 06.2021

Administrative Assistant

Discovery Limited
09.2020 - 01.2021

Teacher

International TEFL Academy
11.2019 - 11.2019

Nanny

Remote Work
08.2019 - 06.2020

400 Notional Hours (PVT) - undefined

Illovo Paralegal College of Education (IPCE)

Bachelor of Laws - LLB - Law

University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria

Bachelor of Art - Law, Psychology

University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria

TEFL - Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor

International TEFL Academy

Master of Laws - LLM - International Economic Law

University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika

Honors-Awards

Awards

Academic Honorary Colours


Student Volunteer and societies 

2020 - National Early Learning and Development program support fund volunteer 

2021-2023 UNASA University of Pretoria

2022 - Subcommittee Volunteer UP Moot Society

2022 - MUN mentor and subcommittee member UNASA University of Pretoria

2023 - Executive committee Vice-Chairperson UNASA University of Pretoria





Chikita Buys