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Lesego Masoga
Legal Practitioner
Boksburg,Gauteng
Summary
Ambitious Lawyer bringing law firm experience in wide variety of disciplines with emphasis in foreclosure and family law. An Attorney adept at developing positive rapport with clients. Presents evidence clearly and practices sound and thorough case analysis techniques. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities while maintaining a strong work ethic and exhibiting a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Dedicated Attorney with an extensive background in litigation and legal research. Expertise in case analysis, strategic planning and negotiations.
Overview
4
4
Languages
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of post-secondary education
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Attorney
Stupel and Berman Inc
Germiston , Gauteng
02.2021 - 06.2021
- Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
- Developed positive working relationship with courts, clients, law enforcement members and attorneys.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread legislation drafts for proper grammar, spelling, punctuation and formatting.
- Prepared for trials, conducting legal research and drafting pleadings.
- Supported partners and associates in areas of appellate and complex commercial litigation.
- Consulted with clients
- Filed court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf the company.
- Worked with management and staff to resolve pre-litigation disputes.
- Advocated for clients before court in oral argument by presenting facts and evidence in most favorable light.
- Learned and operated specialized legal software such as My Attorney and CACS for the foreclosure department.
- Aided homeowners in resolving home mortgage disputes
Candidate Attorney
Stupel and Berman Inc
Germiston, Gauteng
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Filed documents with courts on behalf of attorney.
- Arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses and court officials.
- Diligently edited legal correspondence for grammar and spelling.
- Supported team of three attorneys in practice of family, foreclosure and conveyancing and estate law.
- Maintained calendar and tickler system for managing partner, associate attorney and senior paralegal.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Legal Assistant
Masombuka and Partners Attorneys
Kwamhlanga, Mpumalanga
03.2019 - 10.2019
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions and other important dates.
- Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
- Completed document revisions, court document filings, travel arrangements and client billing.
- Completed electronic filings, initiated billing statements and managed firm administrative matters.
- Prepared case summaries for mediation conferences.
Media Strategist and Event Planner
Dream for life Africa NPO
Johannesburg , Gauteng
03.2014 - 09.2016
- Increased awareness of the organization through creation of innovative print and digital productions for major publications.
- Collaborated with mentors by scheduling events and procuring resources, including venues and speakers activities in order to attract young mentees.
- Developed presentations, execution plans and tracking metrics for each campaign and event.
- Solicited media content for distribution via digital verticals such as Instagram and Twitter.
Salesperson
Proviso Marketing
Johannesburg , Gauteng
01.2014 - 11.2015
- Offered each customer top-notch, personal service to boost sales and customer satisfaction.
- Worked to build relationships with customers and built potential for additional sales.
- Engaged customers in social conversations to create pleasant and easy shopping experience.
- Asked open-ended questions to determine needs and assisted customers in selecting appropriate merchandise.
- Logged reports, expenses, receipts and sales documents into digital database.
Peer Mentor
University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg , Gauteng
03.2014 - 09.2014
- Assessed students' knowledge, comprehension and study habits to track progress and set realistic goals.
- Presented and drafted various scheduling options for students to help allocate time for classes, extra work and free time.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Junior Writer
UJ Observer
Johannesburg , Gauteng
03.2013 - 09.2014
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
- Completed thorough research into assigned topics.
- Organized material to research and complete writing tasks.
- Developed copy while maintaining brand voice and adhering to legal requirements.
- Coordinated with subject matter experts for interviews and topic generation.
- Proofread copy written by colleagues to correct spelling, punctuation and grammar.
Education
Honors - International Political Science
University of South Africa
Pretoria, Gauteng 02.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Laws - LLB
University of Witwatersrand
Johannesburg, Gauteng 02.2016 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg, Gauteng 02.2013 - 09.2015
Skills
Legal writing
Discovery processes
Oral debate
Civil law
Efficient researcher
Case analysis
Document filing
Commercial litigation experience
Residential real estate development
Family law
Litigation
Reviewing documents
Certification
[Practical Legal Studies] Training - [six months]
Interests
Listening to podcasts and current news
Sci-fi
Timeline
Attorney
Stupel and Berman Inc
02.2021 - 06.2021
Honors - International Political Science
University of South Africa
02.2021 - Current
Candidate Attorney
Stupel and Berman Inc
01.2020 - 01.2021
[Practical Legal Studies] Training - [six months]
05-2019
Legal Assistant
Masombuka and Partners Attorneys
03.2019 - 10.2019
Bachelor of Laws - LLB
University of Witwatersrand
02.2016 - 12.2019
Media Strategist and Event Planner
Dream for life Africa NPO
03.2014 - 09.2016
Peer Mentor
University of Johannesburg
03.2014 - 09.2014
Salesperson
Proviso Marketing
01.2014 - 11.2015
Junior Writer
UJ Observer
03.2013 - 09.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
University of Johannesburg
02.2013 - 09.2015