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Fortunate Rhandzu

Fortunate Rhandzu

Legal Practitioner (Attorney)
Polokwane

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at providing legal counsel and support to clients. Skilled in researching and interpreting legal documents, resolving disputes and successfully negotiating settlements. Handles multiple tasks, prioritizes efficiently and meets tight deadlines. Conversant with relevant legislation and ensures compliance at all times.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Attorney

Shiviri Manzini Masetla Incorporated
Polokwane
03.2020 - Current
  • Developed strategies to resolve cases in client's best interest.
  • Advocated for clients before court in oral argument by presenting facts and evidence in most favorable light.
  • Filed timely case pleadings to meet firm deadlines.
  • Conducted legal research and conferred with colleagues with subject matter expertise to develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
  • Represented clients in civil litigation.
  • Analyzed probable outcomes of cases using knowledge of legal precedents.
  • Negotiated settlements of disputes and litigation.
  • Researched and interpreted laws, rulings and regulations to advise clients on business and legal transactions.
  • Drafted, reviewed and negotiated contracts and other legal documents to support client needs.
  • Provided legal counsel to clients on diverse business, financial and civil matters.
  • Negotiated settlements with opposing counsel.
  • Researched and wrote contracts, agreements and proposals.
  • Prepared and filed pleadings, motions and other legal documents in court proceedings.

Candidate Attorney

Shiviri Manzini Masetla Incorporated
Polokwane
01.2018 - 03.2020
  • Consultation with Clients and taking detailed instruction under Principal's supervision.
  • Draft pleadings, Motions and other legal documents
  • Representing clients in magistrates court in civil litigation.
  • Indexing and Paginating court files.
  • Attending high court matters with Counsel .
  • Drafting of bills of costs.

Education

Legal Training

LEAD (Black Lawyers Association)
Johannesburg Training Centre
09.2021 - 09.2021

Legal

LEAD Law Society of South Africa
Polokwane
07.2018 - 12.2018

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) - Legal Studies

University of Limpopo
Polokwane
01.2012 - 12.2015

Advanced Diploma - Computer Literacy

Avuxeni Computer Academy
Limpopo, South Africa
01.2011 - 08.2011

Matric (Grade 12) -

Gija Ngove Secondary School
Limpopo, South Africa
01.2005 - 12.2010

Skills

Legal writing

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Certification

Admission as Attorney- 2020

Timeline

Legal Training

LEAD (Black Lawyers Association)
09.2021 - 09.2021

Attorney

Shiviri Manzini Masetla Incorporated
03.2020 - Current

Legal

LEAD Law Society of South Africa
07.2018 - 12.2018

Candidate Attorney

Shiviri Manzini Masetla Incorporated
01.2018 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) - Legal Studies

University of Limpopo
01.2012 - 12.2015

Advanced Diploma - Computer Literacy

Avuxeni Computer Academy
01.2011 - 08.2011

Matric (Grade 12) -

Gija Ngove Secondary School
01.2005 - 12.2010

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