Tebogo Matilda Molepo
Johannesburg
Summary
- Results-driven legal professional with a Bachelor of Commerce in Law and 6+ years of experience supporting attorneys in Commercial Law, Mining Law, and High Court litigation. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency by 30%, reduce document processing errors by 95%, and ensure 100% compliance with legal deadlines.
- Skilled in case management, legal research, and administrative coordination, with expertise in accelerating legal filing turnaround by 40%, improving case resolution efficiency by 25%, and managing highly confidential information with 100% discretion.
- Adept at fostering strong client relationships, streamlining communication between clients and attorneys, and ensuring seamless legal operations in fast-paced environments.
- Thrives on precision, organization, and professionalism, driving workflow improvements, optimizing legal processes, and maintaining strict adherence to regulatory and ethical standards.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Secretary and Personal Assistant (Contract)
Sanusha Govender Attorneys Inc.
09.2023 - 08.2024
- Provided comprehensive legal administrative support in conveyancing, commercial law, mining law, and court litigation, ensuring 100% compliance with legal standards and achieving a 98% accuracy rate in document preparation.
- Drafted, formatted, and proofread legal documents, contracts, pleadings, and correspondence, reducing errors by over 95% and improving turnaround time by 30%.
- Managed court filings for High Court, Labour Court, and the Department of Mineral Resources, ensuring 100% on-time submission and reducing filing errors by 40%.
- Processed invoices, expense claims, and petty cash, supporting financial administration while improving processing efficiency by 25% through the use of legal software (AJS, Microsoft Office Suite).
- Facilitated communication between clients and attorneys, reducing response time by 50%, leading to enhanced client satisfaction and streamlined case management.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive information, ensuring zero breaches and upholding professional ethics at all times.
Legal Associate/ Secretary
Mokwena Chambers
06.2021 - 05.2022
- Optimized time management by scheduling and coordinating 50+ appointments and meetings per month for advocates, ensuring 95% efficiency in daily operations.
- Drafted, transcribed, and proofread legal documents, contracts, and pleadings with 99% accuracy, ensuring 100% compliance with legal standards and reducing document revision time by 30%.
- Organized and maintained case files, legal records, and law libraries, improving document retrieval speed by 40% and enhancing overall workflow efficiency.
- Prepared and filed court documents, including discovery requests and memorandums, handling 100% of High Court and Magistrate's Court filings on time, with zero missed deadlines.
- Led debt collection efforts, drafting Letters of Demand, tracking payments, and recovering overdue amounts with a 30% increase in collection efficiency.
- Managed office and reception operations, maintaining 100% stock availability for office supplies, coordinating legal processes with the Sheriff's Office, and providing case preparation support, reducing administrative delays by 20%.
Legal /Administrative Secretary
Mimkays Minerals (Pty) Ltd
11.2019 - 03.2021
- Provided legal and administrative support, ensuring smooth workflow, compliance with deadlines, and adherence to company policies and legal requirements
- Managed calendars and tracked key legal dates, ensuring timely execution of tasks and meeting deadlines
- Conducted legal research on mining laws and regulations, delivering timely updates that enhanced compliance by 25% and mitigated legal risks.
- Assisted in board and site meetings by taking minutes, documenting action items, and addressing legal considerations to ensure proper governance
- Provided legal advisory services on governance matters, legislative compliance, and legal interpretations, contributing to a 20% reduction in regulatory non-compliance risks.
- Coordinated board meetings, prepared agendas, drafted minutes and resolutions, and ensured follow-up on action items for efficient meeting outcomes
Education
Bachelor of Commerce In Law - Law
IIE Varsity College
Pretoria 03-2020
Certificate in Business Principles and Practices -
IIE Varsity College
Pretoria 03-2015
Skills
- Legal Document Drafting & Proofreading – Drafted, formatted, and proofread contracts, pleadings, and legal documents with 99% accuracy
- Case Management & Court Filing – Managed case files and ensured 100% on-time court filings for High Court and Magistrate’s Court
- Legal Research & Compliance – Conducted legal research on Commercial, Mining Law, and litigation, improving compliance by 25%
- Financial & Billing Administration – Processed invoices, tracked expenses, and supported debt collection with a 30% efficiency increase
- Attention to Detail – Reduced document errors by 95%, ensuring accuracy in legal filings and compliance
- Confidentiality & Ethics – Handled highly sensitive legal data with 100% discretion
- Client Communication – Reduced response time by 50%, ensuring prompt client and attorney interactions
Languages
English
Sepedi
Timeline
Legal Secretary and Personal Assistant (Contract)
Sanusha Govender Attorneys Inc.
09.2023 - 08.2024
Legal Associate/ Secretary
Mokwena Chambers
06.2021 - 05.2022
Legal /Administrative Secretary
Mimkays Minerals (Pty) Ltd
11.2019 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Commerce In Law - Law
IIE Varsity College
Certificate in Business Principles and Practices -
IIE Varsity College
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