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LUTENDO S MAKGOTLO

Paralegal Claim Handler
Alexandra

Summary

Driven Paralegal with 9+years' experience / vase knowledge in varies legal matters. successful at thriving in high stress, high-pressure environments and situations involving constant change and vast ambiguity in data and instruction.

proven track record in providing comprehensive support to attorneys. Capable of managing complex legal documentation and ensuring case files are meticulously organized. Team-oriented and results-driven, always adapting to meet shifting priorities. Skilled in legal research and document preparation, valued for reliability and flexibility.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language

Work History

Commercial Claim Handler ( Paralegal)

First Rand
04.2024 - Current

-Invoicing
Attending to invoices submitted by panel attorneys and taxing accounts in accordance
with agreed tariffs and SLA with PSP to achieve cost efficiencies.
-Correspondence to client and attorneys
Courtesy calls, updates to client through calls, emails and secure chat and returning
calls to clients and attorneys as per request.
-Handling of claims and manage
Appointment of attorneys and provide service to customers in a manner that is
efficient, on-time and of a professional nature as measured on an ongoing basis by call
and claim assessments and quality control and keeping claims updated within the 30-
day SLA.
-Legal Processes secretary
Assessing claims for merit and cover in accordance with the policy
Assessing claim for repudiation
Attend to complaints, including disputes from the office of the Short-Term
Ombudsman

Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.

Increased department efficiency, organizing continuing legal education seminars for paralegal staff.

Paralegal Secretary

FirstRand
11.2022 - 03.2024
  • Invoicing
  • Attending to invoices submitted by panel attorneys and taxing accounts in accordance with agreed tariffs and SLA with PSP to achieve cost efficiencies
  • Correspondence to client and attorneys
  • Courtesy calls, updates to client through calls, emails and secure chat and returning calls to clients and attorneys as per request
  • Handling of claims and manage
  • Appointment of attorneys and provide service to customers in a manner that is efficient, on-time and of a professional nature as measured on an ongoing basis by call and claim assessments and quality control and keeping claims updated within the 30day SLA
  • Legal Processes secretary
  • Assessing claims for merit and cover in accordance with the policy
  • Assessing claim for repudiation
  • Attend to complaints, including disputes from the office of the Short-Term Ombudsman
  • Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
  • Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.
  • Streamlined communication between clients and legal staff by managing client inquiries promptly and professionally.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of changes in laws or regulations relevant to practice areas through continuous professional development opportunities such as seminars or webinars.

Claims Handler (Assessors) / Paralegal

Scorpion Legal Protection
03.2021 - 10.2022
  • Duties include Receiving and attending to new files
  • Consult with clients to verify facts / verifying incident dates and cover
  • Refer matter to attorney
  • Assess attorney's merit report
  • Assess files for repudiation based on legal merit and company policy
  • Drafting repudiation/ conformation of cover within company prescribed period
  • Assess attorney bill of cost and prepare same for payment (Make sure same is drafted with accordance with company tariffs and in compliance with Rule 33 of the scale B of the magistrate court
  • Follow up with attorney and give client's feedback
  • Drafting monthly reports

Paralegal (claims department)

Clientele legal
02.2019 - 02.2021
  • Administration of legal claims according to prescribed procedures
  • Provide telephonic legal advice and assistance to client
  • To ensure that the legal advice given to the client is both accurate and relevant
  • To keep accurate and up to date records and ensure that all Communication both written and oral is off a professional standard
  • Attending to draft and respond to correspondence on behalf of clients
  • Drafting various legal documents
  • Liaising with third parties and ensure that clients receive regular update and feedback on their claims
  • Undertaking all other reasonable duties required to fulfill the obligations of the company

Legal Secretary

MM LEGAL SERVICES
02.2014 - 06.2017
  • File Management: Ensuring that all cases are maintained and regularly updated
  • Correspondence Management: attend to incoming and outgoing correspondence
  • Consulting with client telephonically and in person
  • Opening new cases and giving client legal advice on varies legal matters
  • Ensure that client receive regular updates and feedback on their cases
  • Drafting various legal documents

Education

LLB - Law

University of South Africa
Johannesburg, South Africa
04.2001 - 01.2016

Paralegal studies - undefined

SOUTH AFRICAN SCHOOL OF LAW

Skills

  • Analytical skills
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Attention to detail
  • Team Collaboration
  • Task prioritization

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 09/22/89
  • Gender: Female
  • Nationality: South African

Driverslicense - Code

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Timeline

Commercial Claim Handler ( Paralegal)

First Rand
04.2024 - Current

Paralegal Secretary

FirstRand
11.2022 - 03.2024

Claims Handler (Assessors) / Paralegal

Scorpion Legal Protection
03.2021 - 10.2022

Paralegal (claims department)

Clientele legal
02.2019 - 02.2021

Legal Secretary

MM LEGAL SERVICES
02.2014 - 06.2017

LLB - Law

University of South Africa
04.2001 - 01.2016

Paralegal studies - undefined

SOUTH AFRICAN SCHOOL OF LAW
LUTENDO S MAKGOTLOParalegal Claim Handler