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Koena Cyril Mmethi

Legal
Ekurhuleni

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Parliamentary and Cabinet Support

Department Of Social Development
04.2023 - Current
  • Secretarial Support to Deputy Minister for Parliament and Cabinet work.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance skills and stay current on industry best practices.
  • Advise Deputy Minister on Political issues.
  • Research support to Deputy minister on various government matters.
  • Maintained detailed records of each project's status, including progress updates, revisions, approvals, and completed deliverables.
  • Handling highly confidential state documents.
  • Perusal of Cabinet and Parliamentary documents.

Legal Assistant

Maredi Attorneys
06.2015 - 03.2020
  • Monitored changes in relevant laws to stay abreast of procedures and provide legal updates to clients.
  • Drafted accurate and persuasive legal correspondence, contributing to successful negotiations and settlements.
  • Facilitated timely resolution of legal matters by preparing and organizing essential documents.
  • Provided valuable training and support to junior staff members as needed, fostering collaborative work culture that promoted professional growth for all team members.
  • Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
  • Prepared various exhibits for attorneys for public meetings, zoning commission meetings, and legal resolutions.
  • Contacted witnesses to testify under oath at court hearings.
  • Filed court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys.
  • Generated leads to meet and exceed revenue goals by identifying new clients.
  • Contributed to development of winning litigation strategies through careful review of relevant statutes, case law, regulations, and other authoritative sources.
  • Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
  • Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
  • Prepared for court hearings by organizing and summarizing documents, preparing exhibits and reviewing evidence.
  • Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
  • Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.
  • Conducted legal research, compiled and organized evidence and identified relevant legal articles and statutes to use for legal proceedings.
  • Conducted background investigations on defendant.
  • Negotiated settlements and mediated disputes to create mutually beneficial solutions and maintain positive relationships.
  • Supported attorneys in achieving favorable outcomes through thorough research and analysis of complex legal issues.
  • Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.
  • Responded to client inquiries to provide accurate legal advice and offer assistance
  • Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation
  • Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly
  • Stayed abreast of industry developments and emerging trends by attending relevant seminars or workshops, applying newly acquired knowledge to enhance job performance continuously

Candidate Attorney

Mamathuntsha Attorneys
04.2013 - 05.2015
  • Collaborated with diverse teams of legal professionals to ensure well-rounded case strategies and comprehensive client representation.
  • Drafted motions, petitions and waivers,summons and letters.
  • Handled consultations with clients
  • Completed research, compiled data, and assisted in timely reporting.
  • Assisted lawyers with materials preparation for internal and external training events.
  • Reviewed complex legal documents, identifying potential issues or inconsistencies before submission or execution.
  • Researched, wrote and filed motions, writs and briefs for each case.
  • Organized detailed case files, allowing for efficient access to important information during trial preparation stages.
  • Researched and wrote contracts, agreements and proposals.
  • Prepared and filed pleadings, motions and other legal documents in court proceedings.
  • Represented clients in court hearings and in negotiations with other parties.
  • Analyzed legal documents and identified pertinent issues for clients

Education

No Degree - LAW

UNISA
Pretoria
04.2001 -

LLB - Faculty of Law

University of Limpopo
Turfloop, Limpopo Province
04.2001 -

Skills

Adaptability and Flexibility

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Timeline

Parliamentary and Cabinet Support

Department Of Social Development
04.2023 - Current

Legal Assistant

Maredi Attorneys
06.2015 - 03.2020

Candidate Attorney

Mamathuntsha Attorneys
04.2013 - 05.2015

No Degree - LAW

UNISA
04.2001 -

LLB - Faculty of Law

University of Limpopo
04.2001 -

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