Lindiwe Matsebula
Midrand,South Africa
Summary
Business-driven legal practitioner with 8 years of experience in legal practice, as well as 5 years' experience in Governance, Risk-management, and Compliance. An expert legal counsel, with strong legal experience in corporate and commercial law
Experience working with and advising senior management on complex commercial legal issues, whilst ensuring that applicable laws are adhered Has represented organisations in various petroleum industry bodies and forums. A team player with an outgoing personality and ability to interact within a diversified environment. A meticulous drafter of legal documents and able to demonstrate attention to detail.
Excellent problem solving and analytical skills, is business oriented and demonstrate critical thinking capability. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Possess excellent project management skills and demonstrate history of on-time delivery. A professional with strong organisational skills; delivering on deadlines. Innovative and risk-based solution focused individual with strong execution mindset. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director & Founder
Mataa Matsebula Attorneys
Midrand, South Africa
10.2018 - Current
- Strategised long-term business needs, driving customer feedback to deliver ongoing process improvements.
- Managed daily operations by overseeing financials, key performance indicators and employee performance.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with employees, enhancing staff retention figures.
- Developed strategic partnerships to expand client base.
- Resolved staff and client issues effectively and efficiently, enhancing business performance and growth.
- Created clear company mission and vision statements, improving staff focus and motivation.
- Formulated business plans to increase growth and minimise cost for company.
- Participated in staff meetings to discuss announcements and developments.
- Implemented company policies and legal guidelines.
- Established professional relationships with business partners and shareholders to promote trust, rapport and reliability.
- Evaluated challenging developments and provided solutions for company.
Senior in-house Legal Advisor
M&M Construction & Property Development Consultant
Midrand, South Africa
08.2018 - 04.2020
- Governance, Risk-management and Compliance
- Analysed probable case outcomes using knowledge of legal precedents.
- Prepared legal briefs and opinions and filed appeals in appeal courts.
- Sourced valuable evidence and witness statements supporting client cases.
- Acted as trustee, guardian or executor for individuals and businesses.
- Coordinated communications with court, registry and tribunal services for thorough case correspondence.
- Supported clients in obtaining public funding to meet case costs and disbursements.
- Maximised retention of legal cases in-house by providing free initial consultations.
- Communicated disclosure requirements for complex investigations and evidential circumstances.
- Negotiated settlements of civil disputes on behalf of clients.
- Selected jurors, argued motions and met with judges during trials.
- Leveraged delivery-focused mindset to meet tight deadlines for high volume of cases.
- Counselled businesses to comply with applicable implementation and strategy laws.
- Interpreted laws, rulings and regulations for businesses and individuals.
- Maintained comprehensive case communication notes for reliable legal reference.
- Confirmed all parties were carrying out court orders and paying necessary fines.
- Prepared case matter with robust evidence, disclosure and pleading documentation.
- Demonstrated expert current legal knowledge for appropriate verbal and written advocacy.
Attorney
MDT Attorneys
Midrand, South Africa
07.2017 - 12.2017
- Civil Litigation and debt collection
- Head of Magistrate's Court Department and management of support staff
- Counselled clients on legal issues, including corporate and commercial disputes.
- Performed quarterly audits of client files.
- Retained as outside counsel for companies and businesses.
- Developed detailed litigation strategies for each case.
- Conducted audits on company policies.
Candidate Attorney
Friedland Hart Solomon Nicolson Attorneys
Pretoria, South Africa
01.2015 - 03.2017
- Shadowed lawyers to understand workloads, case management and network development, Magistrate Court appearance, CCMA and Labour Court appearances and attendance at CIPC/CIPRO
- Formulated briefs, motions and complaints, research and drafting legal opinions following instructions of principal.
- Gained vast knowledge of regulations and policies associated with corporate law.
- Phoned clients to understand potential legal issues and obtain relevant information.
- Consultation with clients, maintaining a diary, filing and organising, service, taking minutes,
- Administration of Deceased Estates, drafting Wills and registering Trusts
Education
Chartered Governance Qualifying Programme (GradGC) - Risk Management and Corporate Governance
Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland
London 08.2022 -
Certificate - Practice Management Training
Legal Education & Development
Pretoria 06.2018 - 12.2018
LLB -
University of Pretoria
South Africa 02.2009 - 11.2015
Grade 12 -
Pretoria High School for Girls
01.2004 - 12.2008
Skills
- Business development
- Operations management
- Contractual disputes
- Contract negotiations
- Legal risk management strategies
- Employment law
- Business law expertise
Accomplishments
- Certifications 2018
- Legal Education and Development - Practice Management Training Certificate
- Activities 2011
- Completed Entry Level Training in HIV/AIDS at the Centre for the Study of AIDS (CSA) University of Pretoria 2008
- Representative Council of Learners Executive Member (Prefect)
- Deputy Head of House
- Tutor Learner Council Executive Member
- Awarded Full Colours for Service
- Awarded Half Colours for Netball, Lindiwe Bridget Matsebula (nee Khumalo)
- Executive Director | Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa | Governance, Risk-management & Compliance Professional
- Contact
- Phone
Certification
Current
Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa registered with the Legal Practice Council
Affiliations
43450
Student Member: Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland
Membership number: 0000011342
Timeline
Chartered Governance Qualifying Programme (GradGC) - Risk Management and Corporate Governance
Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland
08.2022 -
Director & Founder
Mataa Matsebula Attorneys
10.2018 - Current
Senior in-house Legal Advisor
M&M Construction & Property Development Consultant
08.2018 - 04.2020
Certificate - Practice Management Training
Legal Education & Development
06.2018 - 12.2018
Attorney
MDT Attorneys
07.2017 - 12.2017
Candidate Attorney
Friedland Hart Solomon Nicolson Attorneys
01.2015 - 03.2017
LLB -
University of Pretoria
02.2009 - 11.2015
Grade 12 -
Pretoria High School for Girls
01.2004 - 12.2008
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