A resourceful legal intern assists attorneys by managing paperwork, interviewing clients, and conducting research tailored to individual cases. Great understanding of legal issues and terminology combined with strong computer proficiency and research abilities. Consistently, an individual who is thorough and detailed achieves exceptional and measurable results.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Intern
International Trade Administration Commission
06.2021 - 11.2021
Performed legal and general research, drafting memoranda, and correspondence.
Reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors.
Interviewed and communicated with clients via phone or email.
Interpreted and relayed legal information in clear format for clients.
Drafted, received and tracked due diligence checklists.
Attended depositions and court proceedings and prepared summaries on cases.
Maintained filing and administrative responsibilities, assisted with completion of Confidentiality Agreements and arranged meeting.
Organized legal filing system to maximize efficiency.
Reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors
Performed legal and general research, drafting memoranda, and correspondence
Legal Intern
Legal Resources Centre
06.2021 - 11.2021
Compiled legal memoranda on pro-poor funding of basic education in South Africa
Performed legal and general research, drafting memoranda, and correspondence.
Organized legal filing system to maximize efficiency.
Rendered research & administrative support for LRC in preparing applications and actions
Attended consultations with clients and/or counsel
Consulted with and provided legal advice to clients with limited financial means (including Rhodes University students)
Conducted consultations to establish reasons for client seeking legal assistance
Applied PIE to matters dealing with township evictions.
Education
Bachelor of Laws - Law
Rhodes University
Makhanda, South Africa
12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Law And Politics And International Relations
Rhodes University
Makhanda
12.2019
Skills
Legal Research
Excellent Interpersonal skills
Communication skills
Analytical Skills
Problem-Solving
Legal Writing/Drafting
Court trial attendance
Litigation review
Litigation Support
Legal Documentation
Electronic Filing System Organization
Case analysis
Otherroles
Sub-Warden/Rhodes University (Contract) 2019-2021
SRC Academic Councillor 2019
RU Gym Instructor 2019-2021
Languages
English
Ndebele
Timeline
Legal Intern
International Trade Administration Commission
06.2021 - 11.2021
Legal Intern
Legal Resources Centre
06.2021 - 11.2021
Legal Intern
Rhodes University Law Clinic
02.2020 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Laws - Law
Rhodes University
Bachelor of Arts - Law And Politics And International Relations
Rhodes University
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