Mmakwenamoholane Moholane
Pretoria
Summary
Legal professional with experience in providing legal support and research. Skilled in drafting legal documents, preparing case files, and ensuring compliance with the law. Known for strong collaboration, adaptability, and achieving results. Reliable team player with keen ability to navigate changing demands and deliver impactful outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Candidate Attorney
Legal Aid South Africa
01.2023 - 08.2025
- Consulting with civil and criminal law clients in preparation for court appearances.
- Attended court proceedings, in representing clients interest and protecting their rights in Civil matters at the Pretoria North Magistrates Court i.e Hearings, Maintenance matters , Children’s court, protection order matters and mediations avoiding costly litigation .
- Attended court proceedings, representing clients interests and protecting their rights effectively in Criminal matter i.e Bail hearings, in trial matters and being part of mediations avoiding costly litigation.
- Negotiated settlements between disputing parties.
- Drafted summons for divorce matters.
- Drafted motions
- Prepared and filed pleadings, motions and other legal documents in court proceedings before court dates.
- Supported senior attorneys with case laws and draftings in high-profile cases, contributing to favourable outcomes and settlements.
- Attended and finalised LEAD course.
- Updated clients files after every appearance and consultation.
- Legal research in civil matters and criminal matters.
- Advised clients in civil and criminal matters.
- Setting consultation dates with clients before court appearance dates.
Assistant supervisor
Hermosa Flor cosmetics
01.2022 - 01.2023
- As an assistant supervisor I assist the supervisor in maintaining a structured work environment that benefits both the employees and customers. I also act as a liaison between the supervisor and other staff, ensuring that procedures are being followed, while also suggesting ideas and processes.
- Supervise employees to help ensure efficiency and productivity.
- Assist the supervisor in inducting new personnel.
- Participate in company training in order to help company move forward.
- Bring any employees concerns to the supervisor in order to ensure company morale.
- Oversee stock count.
- Balance cash at the end of each day.
Education
BACHELOR’S OF LAW - Law
university of South Africa
Pretoria 01.2022
Skills
Legal research
Legal drafting
Document review
Client communication
Courtroom etiquette
Organization
Oral advocacy
Problem-solving
Attention to detail
Time management abilities
Teamwork and collaboration
Time management
Settlement negotiation
Written communication
Excellent communication
Lexis-nexis
Document filing
Case interpretation
References
- Michael, Ramaphosa, (083) 267-2970
- Nhlanhla, Shongwe, 071 066 2764
Timeline
Candidate Attorney
Legal Aid South Africa
01.2023 - 08.2025
Assistant supervisor
Hermosa Flor cosmetics
01.2022 - 01.2023
BACHELOR’S OF LAW - Law
university of South Africa