I have interest in Politics, General Economic affairs
Queen Nani Mashamaite
Admitted Attorney
Daspoort, Pretoria,Pretoria
Summary
Articulate Admitted attorney with 2 years in court litigation and 6 years of experience in local government as a Legal Advisor. Committed to modern law practices and creative problem-solving with excellent communication skills. Looking for a long-term position representing a corporation.
Overview
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Language
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Certifications
9
9
years of post-secondary education
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Officer
Lephalale Municipality
Lephalale, South Africa
08.2014 - Current
- 1.
- Perform legal services and legislative drafting.
- Providing legal inputs to documentation as requested by other directorates.
- Provide legal advice to staff and represent Council in Labour disputes enquiries, etc.
- This exclude external clients.
- Assist with inputs for the drafting and reviewing of the Municipality for proper management of legal cases of the Municipality’s policies and by-laws;.
- Drafting of legal opinion/s as and when requested by the Municipal Manager’s office.
- Manages contracts(SLA’S/MOU’S)for external legal services.
- Drafting and reviewing agreements and other legal documents.
- Providing inputs in terms of the legal aspects of contracts or tenders allocated.
- Discussing and meeting with various directorates’ representatives for assistance to ensure all aspects of contract are adhered to for smooth running of contract management.
- Compile and manage contract register for the institution.
- Perform client and public service functions by:.
- Answering queries in connection with the Municipality’s property issues and legal activities by addressing the public in person or by telephone for service delivery.
- Ensures and monitors implementation of legislative requirements for local government structures as per current legislation by:.
- Monitoring changes to and new legislation relevant to local government structures and informing relevant parties thereof for statutory compliance.
- Chairing and initiating of Departmental enquiries within the Municipality and Disciplinary hearings at other Municipalities within the Limpopo Province.
- Assist with administration of PAIA requests by determining whether information should be released or not within the parameters of the Act.
- Litigation Management.
- Management of all legal cases within the Municipality by ensuring that attorneys are appointed as and when litigation is brought against the Municipality and where the Municipality brings about same;.
- Managing budget constraints with regards to legal costs and fees to ensure spending is within allocated budget;.
- Writing legal cases reports and updating Council on progress reports.
Candidate Attorney
Legal Aid- South Africa
Modimolle, South Africa
07.2012 - 06.2013
- Representation of clients In District Court for Criminal offences; includes Conducting trials and Pleadings.
- CIVIL LITIGATION Drafting of Eviction Letters and Divorce summonses including Particulars of claims and Divorce Settlements.
- Provided legal advice to variety of small and mid-sized businesses involved in multiple types of litigation.
- Advocated for clients before court in oral argument by presenting facts and evidence in most favorable light.
- Interviewed witnesses and gathered public record research relevant to each case.
- Conducted legal research and conferred with colleagues with subject matter expertise to develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
- Worked with management and staff to resolve pre-litigation disputes.
Candidate Attorney
Matyeka Attorneys
Thulamahashe, South Africa
01.2012 - 06.2012
- Drafting documents Including letters of demand, Summonses, Notices for Applications proceedings, warrant of Executions, Particulars of Claims, contract Agreements, Administration Of Estates, Drafting Bill of Costs.
- Provided legal advice to variety of small and mid-sized businesses involved in multiple types of litigation.
- Advocated for clients before court in oral argument by presenting facts and evidence in most favorable light.
- Interviewed witnesses and gathered public record research relevant to each case.
- Drafted statements of cases and witness lists.
Education
Bachelor of Laws - LLB
University Of Venda
Thohoyandou 01.2007 - 09.2012
Practical Legal Training - Legal Training
Edupark Law School
Polokwane 01.2011 - 06.2011
Secondary Education -
Northern Academy Secondary School
Polokwane 01.2001 - 01.2004
Skills
Legal drafting
Certification
DRIVERS LICENCE : Yes (code 8)
Interests
Hobby
I aspire to be a qualified chef in the next 3 years.
Timeline
Legal Officer
Lephalale Municipality
08.2014 - Current
Candidate Attorney
Legal Aid- South Africa
07.2012 - 06.2013
Candidate Attorney
Matyeka Attorneys
01.2012 - 06.2012
Practical Legal Training - Legal Training
Edupark Law School
01.2011 - 06.2011
Bachelor of Laws - LLB
University Of Venda
01.2007 - 09.2012
Secondary Education -
Northern Academy Secondary School
01.2001 - 01.2004
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