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Nicole  Abrahams

Nicole Abrahams

Admitted Legal Professional
Cape Town

Summary

Dynamic legal professional with a positive attitude and strong organizational skills, experienced at Apex Fund Services S.A. in corporate administration and compliance. Proven ability to manage complex regulatory requirements and enhance client relationships through effective communication and teamwork. Skilled in drafting legal documents and providing strategic support in high-stakes environments.

Extensive experience in handling diverse legal matters and fostering strong client relationships. Specializing in legal and statutory compliance, legal administration, company secretarial duties, and advisory services. Known for being tenacious, hardworking, and personable with excellent interpersonal skills. A proactive team player, eager to learn and develop new skills to effectively collaborate with colleagues and provide exceptional client support. Highly adaptable and quick to master new systems and processes.


MEMBERSHIP OF PROFESSIONAL BODIES:

Attorney – Legal Practice Council


Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Associate | Fund Administration - Legal

Apex Fund Services S.A
02.2023 - Current
  • Provide corporate administration and company secretarial services for Luxembourg-based entities, including CSSF-regulated funds;
  • Manage CSSF regulatory requirements, including periodic filings, investor disclosures, and direct correspondence with the regulator;
  • Support clients during mergers, restructurings, capital transactions, and liquidations, liaising with legal, tax, and regulatory professionals;
  • Draft and execute key corporate documents, including board minutes, resolutions, and agreements;
  • Arrange and coordinate board meetings, acting as chairperson or secretary, ensuring compliance with CSSF governance requirements;
  • Oversee statutory compliance, including KYC/AML due diligence, UBO identification, and corporate filings;
  • Handle payment processing, cash management, and reconciliation for client entities;
  • Maintain corporate registers and governance documentation, ensuring full regulatory compliance;
  • Engage with notaries, regulators (CSSF), and external counsel to support corporate and transactional matters;
  • Train new team members on internal procedures and best practices in company secretarial services;
  • Jurisdictions: Luxembourg

Associate Attorney

Stratford Lemboe Inc.
02.2022 - 01.2023
  • Conducted legal research and conferred with colleagues with subject matter expertise to develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases;
  • Developed strategies to resolve cases in client's best interest;
  • Tracked and researched developing precedent and legislation in various types of law to maintain expertise and best advise and advocate for clients;
  • Assessed cases for probable outcomes by researching black letter law and other legal authority, comparing fact patterns to those of precedential cases;
  • Managed a range of legal matters and proceedings across various practice areas;
  • Administered and processed Road Accident Fund (RAF) claims, ensuring compliance and timely resolution;
  • Drafted a wide array of legal documents, including letters, contracts, affidavits, court applications, NDAs, MOIs, and other legal processes within civil, criminal, labour, and commercial law;
  • Assisted in the administration and management of Deceased Estate files, ensuring compliance with legal requirements;
  • Attended and participated in legal meetings, providing support and advice as required;
  • Specialized in civil practice areas, including medical malpractice, personal injury claims, property law, and matters involving the MEC;
  • Provided general legal support, including offering legal advice, conducting legal research, maintaining accurate case files, managing billing, overseeing practice operations, and preparing court documentation;
  • Coordinated with The Master’s Office for the administration of deceased estates;
  • Conducted legal consultations, providing clients with expert advice and guidance on various legal matters.

Senior Legal Administrator

Infinity Group
03.2021 - 08.2022
  • Collaborated effectively with colleagues across various departments to support the overall success of the legal team;
  • Enhanced client relationships through timely communication and accurate case updates;
  • Coordinated schedules for multiple attorneys, resulting in improved time management and organization;
  • Trained junior staff members on office procedures and protocols, promoting a collaborative work environment;
  • Drafted legal documentation and prepared court applications for various legal proceedings;
  • Provided client consultations, explaining the legal process and offering guidance throughout;
  • Indexed and paginated court applications to ensure proper organization and submission;
  • Captured data and drafted detailed meeting minutes for internal and client-facing meetings;
  • Addressed and resolved legal queries related to client applications, ensuring clarity and compliance;
  • Collaborated with in-house attorneys and liaised with correspondent attorneys to streamline legal processes;
  • Monitored and ensured adherence to statutory and service level agreement (SLA) deadlines;
  • Managed escalated client inquiries concerning the Debt Review legal process, court documentation, and associated procedures;
  • Ensured compliance with the National Credit Act and the Consumer Protection Act, safeguarding legal and regulatory standards.

Education

High School Diploma -

Steenberg High School
Cape Town, South Africa
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) - Law

University of The Western Cape
Cape Town, South Africa
04.2001 -

Teaching English As A Foreign Language - Language

Teacher Record
04.2001 -

Skills

    Friendly, positive attitude

    Teamwork and collaboration

    Computer skills

    Customer service

    Hardworking

    Team management

    Microsoft office

    Flexible and adaptable

    Organization and time management

    Excellent communication

    Takes initiative

    Multitasking Abilities

    Dependable and responsible

Software

NavOne; Sharepoint; Console; LuxTrust; Banking Platforms; Workday; Sage;Windows, Microsoft Office, (All Aspects) LexisNexis

Timeline

Associate | Fund Administration - Legal

Apex Fund Services S.A
02.2023 - Current

Associate Attorney

Stratford Lemboe Inc.
02.2022 - 01.2023

Senior Legal Administrator

Infinity Group
03.2021 - 08.2022

High School Diploma -

Steenberg High School
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) - Law

University of The Western Cape
04.2001 -

Teaching English As A Foreign Language - Language

Teacher Record
04.2001 -
Nicole AbrahamsAdmitted Legal Professional