MELIDA REFILWE TEFU
POLOKWANE,South Africa
Summary
Legal professional with extensive experience in civil law and dispute resolution. Proven skills in evidence evaluation, legal research, and project management, ensuring compliance with legal standards and client confidentiality. Recognized for ethical judgment and effective courtroom presence, with strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite to enhance productivity. Dedicated to providing high-quality legal advice while seeking opportunities for professional growth and impactful contributions.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Advocate of High Court
G20 group of Advocates
Polokwane
06.2023 - Current
- Fiercely advocated for client interests in negotiations and court hearings.
- Negotiated settlements with opposing counsel, ensuring amicable dispute resolution.
- Developed persuasive case theories by integrating facts with legal principles.
- Maintained awareness of latest legal developments to enhance competitive advantage.
Education
PUPIL ADVOCATE - LEGAL
LIMPOPO SOCIETY OF ADVOCATES
SOUTH AFRICA 01.2022 - 12.2022
BACHELOR OF LAWS - LAW
UNIVERSITY OF LIMPOPO
SOUTH AFRICA 01.2018 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Water and Sanitation
UNIVERSITY OF LIMPOPO
SOUTH AFRICA 01.2015 - 12.2017
Skills
- Professional legal advice giving
- Civil law expertise
- Evidence evaluation
- Time management efficiency
- Legal procedure adherence
- Client confidentiality assurance
- Dispute resolution strategies
- Ethical judgement
- Courtroom demeanour control
- Legal research
- Project Management
- Microsoft Office Suite
Timeline
Advocate of High Court
G20 group of Advocates
06.2023 - Current
PUPIL ADVOCATE - LEGAL
LIMPOPO SOCIETY OF ADVOCATES
01.2022 - 12.2022
BACHELOR OF LAWS - LAW
UNIVERSITY OF LIMPOPO
01.2018 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Water and Sanitation
UNIVERSITY OF LIMPOPO
01.2015 - 12.2017