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Micaela Jones

Attorney And Conveyancer
Pretoria East

Summary

Conveyancing attorney specializing in the management of property transactions. Strong negotiation skills, thorough understanding of property law, and the ability to navigate complex legal documentation. Focused on reliability and attention to detail.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Attorney and Conveyancer

Snyman De Jager Attorneys
03.2023 - Current
  • Head of Conveyancing Department - Midstream Branch.
  • Management of Conveyancing Secretaries.
  • Signing and Execution of Transfer Registrations (Commercial, Building, Sectional and Residential).
  • Signing and Execution of Mortgage Bond Registrations (Nedbank, ABSA Bank, First National Bank, ABSA Bank, Standard Bank, Private Commercial Bonds and Notarial Bonds);.
  • Bond Cancellation Executions (Nedbank, ABSA Bank, First National Bank, ABSA Bank, Standard Bank, Private Commercial Bonds and Notarial Bonds).
  • Notarial Bond Registrations.
  • Registration of Notarial Deeds, Leases and Servitudes;
  • Opening of Sectional Title Registers.
  • Establishment of Townships.
  • Registration of Certificates of Real Rights.
  • Drafting and Registration of Ante-Nuptial Contracts.
  • Registration of General Powers of Attorney.
  • Registration of Subdivisions.
  • Registration of Consolidations.
  • Drafting of agreements relating to property developments.
  • Drafting commercial and residential lease agreements;
  • Attendance to Tenders with major banks.
  • Correspondent conveyancing.
  • Cession of exclusive use areas.
  • Drafting of Loan Agreements.
  • Drafting of Shareholders and Membership Agreements.
  • Drafting of Sale and transfer of shares and member agreements.
  • Drafting of Section 41 of the Income Tax Act Agreement, together with the relevant transfer of shares and properties.
  • Drafting of Amalgamation Agreements.
  • Drafting Development and land availability agreements.
  • Drafting Commercial and residential sale agreements.
  • The formation of companies and partnerships.
  • The formation of joint ventures, leases, franchises and trading.
  • CIPC - Registration of Companies, conversion of Companies, registrations and change of members or Directors.
  • CIPC - Trademark Registrations.
  • Trust Registrations.
  • Drafting and Execution of Wills.
  • Attendance to the finances of all transactions.

Attorney

Snyman De Jager Attorneys
08.2021 - 03.2023
  • Leading Transfer Registrations.
  • Leading Bond Registrations.
  • Leading Bond Cancellations.
  • Drafting and execution of contracts - Notarial Agreements, Lease Agreements and all general contract law.
  • Development Projects - Sectional Title Schemes, Subdivisions, Consolidations.
  • Management of relationships with Estate Agents and Agencies.
  • Trust Registrations.
  • CIPC - Director changes, Company Registrations and any amendments required.
  • Drafted and reviewed contracts for clients, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable laws while protecting their interests.
  • Drafted and reviewed contracts and other legal documents to support client needs.
  • Negotiated settlements of disputes between clients.
  • Advised clients on corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions and other business matters.
  • Provided legal counsel to clients on diverse business and financial matters.
  • Conducted mediation and arbitration sessions, resolving disputes without need for costly litigation.

Article Clerk

Snyman De Jager Attorneys
03.2020 - 08.2021
  • Bond Registrations
  • Transfer Registrations.
  • Bond Cancellations.
  • Deeds Office Procedures - From lodgement to registrations.
  • Contributed to the success of negotiations by drafting clear and persuasive contracts, agreements, and legal documents.
  • Streamlined office operations by efficiently organizing files, documents, and correspondence for easy access and retrieval.
  • Mentored junior clerks providing guidance and support in their professional development leading to enhanced team performance.
  • Improved communication between clients and attorneys by effectively managing schedules, appointments, and email correspondence.
  • Managed sensitive information with discretion ensuring complete confidentiality for all clients' personal data.

Accounting Assistant

Jones & Kie Auditors
01.2018 - 12.2018
  • Completion and submission of monthly employee declaration forms (EMP 201) for various companies and clients.
  • Completion and submission VAT 201 applications with SARS.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive financial data, protecting company integrity and privacy rights of individuals involved.
  • Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
  • Inspected account books and recorded transactions.
  • Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
  • Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.

Litigation Legal Assistant

Surita Marais Attorneys
02.2017 - 09.2017
  • Supported attorneys during trials by creating trial exhibits, preparing witness binders, and tracking essential documentation throughout proceedings.
  • Conducted comprehensive legal research, providing valuable insights for case development and strategy formulation.
  • Drafted and reviewed legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and discovery requests to ensure accuracy and compliance with court rules.
  • Enhanced understanding of litigation procedures through attending continuing education courses regularly.
  • Facilitated client communication through proactive updates on the progress of their cases and addressing any concerns promptly.
  • Coordinated scheduling of depositions, hearings, and meetings for seamless communication between parties involved in a case.
  • Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.
  • Attended court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings.
  • Assisted attorneys with reviewing and organizing witness reports.

Education

National Senior Certificate -

Hoërskool Garsfonteininn
Pretoria, GP
11-2013

Bachelor of Commerce in Law -

University of Pretoria
Pretoria, GP
11-2016

Bachelor of Laws -

University of Pretoria
Pretoria, GP
11-2019

Certificate in Sage Accounting -

University of Pretoria
Pretoria, GP
06-2017

Law School -

UNIVERSITY OF PRETORIA: SCHOOL FOR LEGAL PRACTICE
04.2001 -

Admission As Attorney With The High Court -

LEAD (Legal Practice Council)
Pretoria, South Africa
04.2001 -

Admission As Conveyancer of The High Court -

LEAD (Legal Practice Council)
Pretoria, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

Transfer Registrations (All Categories)

Personal Information

  • ID number: 9506260098089
  • Contact number: 083 264 0887
  • E-mail Address: micaelajones01@gmail.com
  • Residential Address: 641 Carolina Street, Faerie Glen, 0043, Pretoria

Software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Powerpoint

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Teams

LexisNexis

Windeed

Deedsweb

GhostPractise

Internet Search Engine - Chrome / FireFox / Edge

CIPC

DocFox

Surveyor General - DRDLR

E-Tshwane

EFilling - SARS

SearchWorks

Timeline

Attorney and Conveyancer

Snyman De Jager Attorneys
03.2023 - Current

Attorney

Snyman De Jager Attorneys
08.2021 - 03.2023

Article Clerk

Snyman De Jager Attorneys
03.2020 - 08.2021

Accounting Assistant

Jones & Kie Auditors
01.2018 - 12.2018

Litigation Legal Assistant

Surita Marais Attorneys
02.2017 - 09.2017

Law School -

UNIVERSITY OF PRETORIA: SCHOOL FOR LEGAL PRACTICE
04.2001 -

Admission As Attorney With The High Court -

LEAD (Legal Practice Council)
04.2001 -

Admission As Conveyancer of The High Court -

LEAD (Legal Practice Council)
04.2001 -

National Senior Certificate -

Hoërskool Garsfonteininn

Bachelor of Commerce in Law -

University of Pretoria

Bachelor of Laws -

University of Pretoria

Certificate in Sage Accounting -

University of Pretoria
Micaela Jones Attorney And Conveyancer