ODIRILE KGOSIETSILE
Legal | Junior Attorney
Johannesburg,GP
Summary
Dedicated legal professional offering expertise in Labour law, corporate and commercial law, contracts, RAF, family law, criminal law, litigation and legal and compliance among others. Proven success in building trusting rapport with clients and offering sound legal advice in clear and universal terms. Hardworking and dedicated to client advocacy. I excel in producing quality outcomes under immense pressure, as evidenced by my work experience and studies, showcasing my commitment, deadline orientation, and diligence.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Junior Attorney
BMK Attorneys
05.2024 - Current
- Attended court hearings as needed, representing clients professionally in both oral arguments and written submissions.
- Negotiated favorable settlements for clients through effective communication and mediation skills.
- Maintained current knowledge of relevant laws, statutes, regulations, keeping up-to-date on changes affecting the practice area.
- Organized client files meticulously, maintaining confidentiality while ensuring easy access to vital information for team members.
- Streamlined the trial preparation process for senior attorneys, resulting in more efficient case management.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive legal strategies tailored to specific client needs.
- Exhibited strong time management skills, balancing multiple competing priorities to provide high-quality work on schedule.
- Facilitated settlement negotiations between parties, working towards resolutions that satisfied all parties involved.
- Managed a diverse caseload, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and time sensitivity to meet deadlines consistently.
CANDIDATE LEGAL PRACTITIONER
BMK ATTORNEYS
1 2022 - 05.2024
- Represented clients in Magistrate Courts and the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation, and Arbitration (CCMA).
- Assisted with cases in Labour and High Courts, working closely with counsel or senior attorneys.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, legal developments, and legislative changes for effective representation of clients'' interests.
- Worked as a messenger, serving and filing legal documents.
- Delivered documents to various courts
- Conducted thorough legal research to support case strategies and inform decision-making processes.
- Reviewed and analyzed large volumes of discovery material for relevant information supporting case theories or defenses.
- Used knowledge of legal precedents to analyze probable outcome of cases.
- Represented clients in court proceedings, hearings and arbitrations.
- Negotiated settlements and mediated disputes between parties finding mutually beneficial solutions.
- Presented evidence to defend clients or prosecute defendants in criminal or civil litigation.
- Advised clients on variety of legal matters, including corporate governance, intellectual property, labor law and taxation.
LEGAL ASSISTANT/ CANDIDATE (VOLUNTEER)
KABAI ATTORNEYS
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Conducted extensive legal research on local government laws and related regulations
- Drafted legal documents and provided expert advice on matters related to the City of Johannesburg
- Interpret case law and decisions handed down by other applicable courts
- This involved analyzing the effects of a good many factors that might have been involved in other cases
- Develop case strategies, such as trying to resolve cases early and cost effectively for his clients rather than go to trial
- Research the details and evidence involved in cases, such as reports, or pleadings previously filed in a case, as well as applicable law
- Advise clients regarding ongoing litigation or explain legal issues they might be facing or have concerns about
- Research the details and evidence involved in cases, such as police reports, accident reports, or pleadings previously filed in a case, as well as applicable law
- Collaborated with clients to develop strategies for compliance and risk management
- Collaborated with clients to develop strategies for compliance and risk management
- Reviewed and analyzed legislation affecting local government operations
- Maintained organized records and documentation for efficient case management.
TUTOR & MENTOR
Public Schools (Volunteer) & Goodie Tutors
01.2016 - 01.2021
- Offering tutoring sessions for Geography, Maths Lit, English Marking test scripts and keeping track of the learners' performance
- Lead, mentor, and manage a high-performing students, fostering a collaborative and results-driven educational environment
- Create detailed lesson plans based on student's current knowledge and state requirements Helped with exploring careers, setting goals, developing contacts, and identifying resources
- As a brand ambassador.
PRACTICAL LEGAL STUDIES STUDENT
Wits Law Clinic
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Gained practical training and exposure to legal practice by offering legal services on a pro bono basis Assistance with research meetings and consulting with clients
- Drafting legal arguments and opening files Advising clients.
ADVOCATE GRP 21 MOOT COURT COMPETITIONS
Wits Moot Court Society
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Preparing for moot court competition by drafting legal arguments Developing the capacity to argue persuasively by convincing judges to accept my position or point of view
- Building advocacy skills by interpreting case law and decisions handed down by applicable courts.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (Law Major) - Legal Studies
UNIVERSITY OF THE WITWATERSRAND
Johannesburg, South Africa 01.2017 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Laws -
UNIVERSITY OF THE WITWATERSRAND
Johannesburg, South Africa 01.2020 - 05.2021
Skills
Computer literacy (MS Word and Excel)
Good communication (verbal and written)
Corporate and business legal issues
Litigation
Family law
Civil Law
Settlement Negotiation
Public Relations
Ability to prioritise
Legal Compliance
Working under pressure
Legal writing
Employment law
Legal Research
Contract drafting
Corporate Law
Languages
English (Fluent)
Setswana (Fluent)
Afrikaans (Basics)
Isixhosa & Zulu (Intermediate)
Isizulu (Internediate)
Sepedi & Sesotho (Fluent)
Volunteer Experience
- Public Schools (Volunteer) & Goodie Tutors, TUTOR & MENTOR, 2016-01-01, 2021-12-31, Offering tutoring sessions for Geography, Maths Lit, English Marking test scripts and keeping track of the learners' performance., Lead, mentor, and manage a high-performing students, fostering a collaborative and results-driven educational environment., Create detailed lesson plans based on student's current knowledge and state requirements, Helped with exploring careers, setting goals, developing contacts, and identifying resources. As a brand ambassador.
- Wits Law Clinic, PRACTICAL LEGAL STUDIES STUDENT, 2019-01-01, 2020-12-31, Gained practical training and exposure to legal practice by offering legal services on a pro bono basis, Assistance with research meetings and consulting with clients., Drafting legal arguments and opening files Advising clients., Preparing for moot court competition by drafting legal arguments, Developing the capacity to argue persuasively by convincing judges to accept my position or point of view., Building advocacy skills by interpreting case law and decisions handed down by applicable courts.
- Wits Moot Court Society, ADVOCATE GRP 21 MOOT COURT COMPETITIONS, 2021-12-31
References
- LEFASO KABAI, 079 656 8143, KABAI ATTORNEYS. / DIRECTOR
- MPHO MATHABATHE, 071 359 6961, BMK ATTORNEYS. / SENIOR ASSOCIATE
- STANFORD SINGENDE, 078 547 9390, BMK ATTORNEYS. / SENIOR ASSOCIATE
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Interests
Legal Technology
Legal Advocacy
Reading
Public Speaking
Legal Research and Writing
Timeline
Junior Attorney
BMK Attorneys
05.2024 - Current
LEGAL ASSISTANT/ CANDIDATE (VOLUNTEER)
KABAI ATTORNEYS
01.2021 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Laws -
UNIVERSITY OF THE WITWATERSRAND
01.2020 - 05.2021
PRACTICAL LEGAL STUDIES STUDENT
Wits Law Clinic
01.2019 - 01.2020
ADVOCATE GRP 21 MOOT COURT COMPETITIONS
Wits Moot Court Society
01.2019 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Arts (Law Major) - Legal Studies
UNIVERSITY OF THE WITWATERSRAND
01.2017 - 05.2019
TUTOR & MENTOR
Public Schools (Volunteer) & Goodie Tutors
01.2016 - 01.2021
CANDIDATE LEGAL PRACTITIONER
BMK ATTORNEYS
1 2022 - 05.2024