JRouter
Lolo Tshehla-Jack
Candidate (Awaiting Admission as an Attorney)
Pretoria
Summary
Effective law professional with proven track record of successfully representing clients in court, developing legal strategies and drafting and negotiating contracts. Well-versed in principles of family law, civil litigation and conveyancing matters. Works independently and collaboratively as part of team. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2
2
Certificates
Work History
Candidate Attorney
S THABIT ATTORNEYS
04.2022 - 07.2023
- Conveyancing Services, lodgments of deeds
- General Litigation, Drafting summons, notices, pleadings, and pre-trial minutes with minimum supervision from my principal
- Family Law including but not limited to Opposed and Unopposed Divorces, Domestic Partnership Agreements, Change of Matrimonial Property Systems, Domestic violence and harassment protection orders, Maintenance applications, Applications to lower or increase maintenance, Custody matters, Guardianship issues, Mediation, Parenting Plan Agreements etc.
- Criminal law includes but is not limited to bail applications, after-hour bail applications, and trials which include but are not limited to attendance at the Commercial crimes court.
- Administration of Deceased estates.
- Reviewed complex legal documents, identifying potential issues or inconsistencies before submission or execution.
- Cultivated positive relationships with clients by maintaining open communication channels and addressing concerns proactively.
- Maintained strict adherence to professional ethics guidelines, upholding the integrity of the legal profession at all times.
Candidate Attorney
BALOYI SM INC- ATTORNEYS
03.2021 - 04.2022
- Handling Road Accident Fund matters
- Attend consultations with clients and counsel in counsel, chambers
- Drafting summons, notices, pleadings, and pre-trial minutes with minimum supervision from my principal
- Liaising with clients, attorneys, counsel, and other stakeholders/ parties
- Made appearances in the Magistrates Court for opposed and unopposed matters
- Attend to Divorce matters
- Attended court proceedings, representing clients' interests and protecting their rights effectively.
- Attend to index and paginate court documents, prepared and filed pleadings, motions and other legal documents in court proceedings.
- Attend to index and paginate, and to collate court fill on the roll for hearing in accordance with Magistrates' Court directives
- Draft briefs for Counsel
- Attend to reporting an estate at the Master's office.
- Labour law, CCMA, Mediations and Labour Court: Represented clients in court hearings and negotiations with other parties.
- Participated in community outreach programs, educating the public about their legal rights and promoting access to justice initiatives.
- Conducted thorough research on various areas of law, ensuring accurate information and strong case foundations.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings and process improvements, leading to increased profitability and client retention.
- Kept abreast of developments in relevant legislation, ensuring that advice given was current and accurate at all times.
- Streamlined internal processes within the firm for increased efficiency and improved service delivery standards.
- Provided legal research and legal technical content to produce products showcasing firm expertise.
- Developed relationships among lawyers to facilitate knowledge-sharing and expertise.
Summer Vacation Work - Student Intern
Adams And Adams Law
12.2015 - 12.2015
- Liaising with various stakeholders such as clients, attorneys and other parties
- Drafting of summons, pleadings, notices, and pre-trial minutes with minimum supervision from my principal
- Attend consultation with clients and counsel in counsel's chambers
- Kept abreast of developments in relevant legislation, ensuring that advice given was current and accurate at all times.
- Supported senior attorneys in high-profile cases, contributing to favourable verdicts and settlements.
- Provided legal research and legal technical content to produce products showcasing firm expertise.
- Completed research, compiled data, and assisted in timely reporting.
- Instructing sheriffs to serve court documents, prepare trial applications and apply for trial dates
- Conducted thorough research on various areas of law, ensuring accurate information and strong case foundations.
- Made appearances in the Magistrates Court for opposed and unopposed motion proceedings
- Attend to index paginate and collate court files on the roll for hearing in accordance with HC practice directives
- Attend to index paginate and collate court files on the roll for hearing in accordance with Magistrates' directives
- Drafting briefs for counsel
- Cultivated positive relationships with clients by maintaining open communication channels and addressing concerns proactively.
- Reviewed complex legal documents, identifying potential issues or inconsistencies before submission or execution.
- Prepared essential legal documents for successful case outcomes and settlements.
- Successfully negotiated settlements between disputing parties, avoiding costly litigation processes.
- Contributed towards business development activities by engaging prospective clients through networking events and presentations on pertinent legal topics.
- Attended court proceedings, representing clients'' interests and protecting their rights effectively.
- Provided valuable input on policy development initiatives within the firm, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Summer Vacation Work - Student Intern
Rooth and Wessels Attorneys
10.2015 - 11.2015
- Liaising with various stakeholders such as clients, attorneys and other parties
- Drafting of summons, pleadings, notices, and pre-trial minutes with minimum supervision from my principal
- Attend consultation with clients and counsel in counsel's chambers
- Kept abreast of developments in relevant legislation, ensuring that advice given was current and accurate at all times.
- Supported senior attorneys in high-profile cases, contributing to favourable verdicts and settlements.
- Provided legal research and legal technical content to produce products showcasing firm expertise.
- Completed research, compiled data, and assisted in timely reporting.
- Instructing sheriffs to serve court documents, prepare trial applications and apply for trial dates
- Conducted thorough research on various areas of law, ensuring accurate information and strong case foundations.
- Made appearances in the Magistrates Court for opposed and unopposed motion proceedings
- Attend to index paginate and collate court files on the roll for hearing in accordance with HC practice directives
- Attend to index paginate and collate court files on the roll for hearing in accordance with Magistrates' directives
- Drafting briefs for counsel
- Cultivated positive relationships with clients by maintaining open communication channels and addressing concerns proactively.
- Reviewed complex legal documents, identifying potential issues or inconsistencies before submission or execution.
- Prepared essential legal documents for successful case outcomes and settlements.
- Successfully negotiated settlements between disputing parties, avoiding costly litigation processes.
- Contributed towards business development activities by engaging prospective clients through networking events and presentations on pertinent legal topics.
- Attended court proceedings, representing clients'' interests and protecting their rights effectively.
- Provided valuable input on policy development initiatives within the firm, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Education
LLM (Master of Laws) (International Economic Law) - LAW
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AFRICA
PRETORIA06.2025
LEAD Practical Legal Training - Law
University of Pretoria
Pretoria03.2019
LLB (Bachelor of Laws) -
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AFRICA
09.2018
National Senior Certificate -
ED-U-COLLEGE (WITBANK)
Witbank, South Africa11.2011
Compliance Management Certificate - Law
University of Cape Town
Cape Town 07.2024 - Current
Skills
Establishing Effective Relationships
Short Course Training
- Moot Court – University of South Africa, 2014
- Street Law – University of South Africa, 2014
- Law School – University of Pretoria, 2018
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 04/13/93
Knitting and crotchet, photography and make-up content creation
Content creator, knitting kids clothing (rompers, cardigans and hats) and posting on social media.
Make-up artist content creation, shooting make-up tips and reviewing products sent by make-up brands.
Certification
Bachelor of Laws - Certificate
Software
Microsoft Office 365
Moodle
Oracle
CourtOnline (Caselines)
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Compliance Management Certificate - Law
University of Cape Town
07.2024 - Current
Candidate Attorney
S THABIT ATTORNEYS
04.2022 - 07.2023
Candidate Attorney
BALOYI SM INC- ATTORNEYS
03.2021 - 04.2022
Summer Vacation Work - Student Intern
Adams And Adams Law
12.2015 - 12.2015
Summer Vacation Work - Student Intern
Rooth and Wessels Attorneys
10.2015 - 11.2015
LLM (Master of Laws) (International Economic Law) - LAW
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AFRICA
LEAD Practical Legal Training - Law
University of Pretoria
LLB (Bachelor of Laws) -
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AFRICA
National Senior Certificate -
ED-U-COLLEGE (WITBANK)
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