Christo Du Plessis

• Representation of all clients in courts, bargaining councils and Commissions
• Daily office administration
• All related managerial functions such as budgents, audits, file management.
• Managing daily diary and ensuring that all daily tasks are done timeously and effectively
• adhering to court rules and timelines
• Drafting court processes and pleadings
• Attendance, chairing and hosting meetings / negotiations
• Sound experience in Civil Litigation, Criminal Law, Labour law, Commercial law, Negotiating and drafting contracts
• adherance to realistic timelines set by all parties
• Sound telephone and written communication skills n a professional manner

• Advised executive teams on proper corporate governance practices, minimizing legal exposure and liability.
• Assisted directors in daily running and management of the company
• Assisted and mentored intern property practitioners in the field of property law and daily needs and requirements
• Acting as Principle Estate Agent, managing estate agents and personnel
• Drafting and presenting monthly sales reports and progress of all business operations
• Drafting and overseeing contract negotiations and successful conclusion thereof.
• Liason between the company and conveyancing attorneys during transfer process of all transactions.

* Consultation with clients

* Representing clients` interest in Magistrates Court.

* Tending to day to day office administration

* Drafting various court pleadings and processes, contracts, letters and E-Mails

* Presenting quarterly reports on fees and progress of the litigation and collections departement

• Conducted thorough research on various areas of law, ensuring accurate information and strong case foundations.
• Prepared essential legal documents for successful case outcomes and settlements.
• Managed multiple caseloads simultaneously without compromising quality or timeliness of work product.
• Kept abreast of developments in relevant legislation, ensuring that advice given was current and accurate at all times.
• Attendances to court appearances on behalf of my Principle at that time.
• Litigation & collections, consultation with defendants and drafting settlement agreements and acknowledgements of debt.