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Palesa Motsoahole
LLB Graduate Seeking Articles
6 Tempest Road Morningside, Sandton,Gauteng
Summary
Resourceful legal assistant helps attorneys handle paperwork, interview clients and conduct research work specific to each case. Solid knowledge of legal matters and terminology paired with excellent computer competency and research skills. Thorough and detailed individual consistently achieves exceptional and measurable results. With the little experience acquired I am willing to take any opportunity and learn more about the industry.
Overview
1
1
years of professional experience
1
1
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Final law student under supervision
Wits Law Clinic (Labour Unit) Practical Legal Studies
2022.01 - 2022.12
- Labour Unit deals with different aspects of labour and employment law, including Unfair dismissal disputes; Unfair labour practice disputes; Labour Court litigation; CCMA referrals; Representation at CCMA arbitrations & Advice related to labour law issues
- Taking instructions and consultations with clients; Provide community members with legal advice regarding matters such as employment disputes; Advising clients on CCMA applications and settlement discussions with supervision and ensuring accurate administration of clients and filing client's records.
Legal Assistant Intern
Emfuleni Local Municipality
2016.06 - 2017.02
- Effective efficient control of contracts procured through Supply Chain Management system ensuring proper recording and drafting of Service Level Agreements.
- Organized legal filing system to maximize efficiency.
- Reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors.
- Scanned, converted, and organized records into electronic format with consistent naming convention.
Legal Receptionist
Hlatshwayo-Mhayise Attorneys
2016.01 - 2016.05
- Created and printed legal documents for attorneys to review.
- Composed contracts, pleadings and motions in accordance with established guidelines.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and colleagues.
- Communicated professionally with clients, colleagues and legal partnership verbally and in writing.
- Arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials.
- Assisted with preparation of trial materials and documents.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - LLB
2017.02 - 2024.04
Bachelor of Arts - Law
2013.02 - 2016.04
High School Diploma -
2008.01 - 2024.11
Skills
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Availability
1 week
Driver License
Code 1 (Own transport)
Personal Information
- Ethnicity: African
- Date of Birth: 08/04/93
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: South African
References
- Mpho Molise, Emfuleni Local Municipality, 082 875 4716
- Paula Steyn, Hlatshwayo-Mhayise Attorneys, (016) 422 0691
- Advocate Mwananwina, Law Students' Council, 072 654 5505
Additional Information
Law Students’ Council throughout the years, I functioned as a Projects’ Officer in 2014 and the Deputy President the following year which means I was responsible for all aspects of planning, management, coordination of society events and discipline of the council and task team. This experience helped me to significantly improve my time management skills and leadership abilities.
Interests
Acting
Travel
Timeline
Final law student under supervision - Wits Law Clinic (Labour Unit) Practical Legal Studies
2022.01 - 2022.12
University of Witwatersrand - Bachelor of Arts, LLB
2017.02 - 2024.04
Legal Assistant Intern - Emfuleni Local Municipality
2016.06 - 2017.02
Legal Receptionist - Hlatshwayo-Mhayise Attorneys
2016.01 - 2016.05
North-West University - Bachelor of Arts, Law
2013.02 - 2016.04
General Smuts High School - High School Diploma,
2008.01 - 2024.11
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