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Princess Lebone

Princess Lebone

Johannesburg

Summary

Candidate Attorney with hands-on experience in estate and family law, including appearances in the magistrates' court. Recognized for a proactive, highly organized and solutions-oriented approach that enhances operational efficiency, ensures the seamless progression of matters and upholds high standards of client service.

Currently developing the skills and practical experience required to grow into a seasoned and trusted legal practitioner, with a long-term focus on estate law and conveyancing. Working towards admission as an attorney in 2026.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Candidate Attorney

Yosef Shishler Attorneys
Fairmount
08.2024 - Current

Estate Administration:

  • Administer deceased estates from reporting to finalization in compliance with the Administration of Estates Act, Wills Act and other relevant legislation.
  • Prepare, lodge, and manage documentation submitted to the Master of the High Court, including applications for Letters of Executorship and Letters of Authority.
  • Draft, review and submit liquidation and distribution accounts, redistribution agreements and estate documentation.
  • Collect, verify, and collate estate information, including assets, liabilities, claims, policies, and investments.
  • Oversee the realization and distribution of estate assets, including debt settlements and disbursement to beneficiaries.
  • Liaise with the Master’s Office, SARS, financial institutions, creditors, and beneficiaries to ensure seamless administration.
  • Maintain accurate records, databases, and filing systems, while ensuring confidentiality.

Family Law:

  • Draft legal documents, including letters of demand, summonses, affidavits, notices, subpoenas, and compiled supporting documents for both Magistrate and High Court matters, ensuring timely service.
  • Conduct legal research on statutes, case law, and family law matters to support drafting and case strategy.
  • Manage discovery processes, including indexing and paginating exhibits, ensuring compliance with court directives.
  • Appearing in Magistrate’s Court for maintenance and contact applications involving minor children taking detailed notes and reporting outcomes to supervising attorney.
  • Liaise with clients and counsel to schedule appointments, provide procedural guidance and assist with document preparation.
  • Maintain accurate case records, tracked deadlines and monitored filings to support efficient case administration.

Freelance virtual English tutor

Cambly
USA - remote
01.2019 - 06.2024
  • Delivered interactive online English lessons tailored to the needs of diverse international students.
  • Utilised multimedia and digital tools effectively to enhance language learning and student engagement.
  • Adapted teaching methods according to situations, topics and age groups for enhanced student outcomes.
  • Provided constructive feedback on spoken and written English, aiding in the improvement of pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary.

Legal Assistant

T-Systems
Midrand
01.2018 - 12.2018
  • Provided administrative and operational support to the legal department, ensuring effective coordination of schedules, travel arrangements and internal meetings.
  • Drafted and distributed formal correspondence across departments, maintaining clear communication with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Assisted in the review of IT-related contracts, including service-level agreements, non-disclosure agreements and licensing agreements, gaining exposure to contractual risk and confidentiality provisions.

Online ESL Teacher

Education First
Bryanston
01.2016 - 12.2017
  • Delivered structured English language instruction to students across varying proficiency levels in an online environment.
  • Assessed written and verbal performance, providing detailed feedback to support measurable improvement.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress and collaborated with colleagues to enhance instructional standards.

Call Center Operations Support

Webhelp
Parktown
09.2014 - 12.2015
  • Provided training and performance support to call centre agents to enhance communication standards and service quality.
  • Reviewed live and recorded calls to assess performance, identify gaps and recommend improvements in line with organisational standards.
  • Handled high-volume inbound account-related inquiries, resolving customer concerns accurately and efficiently.
  • Managed escalated and complex client matters, exercising sound judgment to ensure timely resolution.
  • Collaborated with supervisors to address operational challenges and improve service delivery processes.

Education

Bachelor of Laws

University of Witwatersrand
01-2022

National Senior Certificate

Sir Pierre Van Ryneveld High School
01-2018

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science

University of Witwatersrand
01-2014

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Legal drafting
  • Professional Written & Verbal Communication (English)
  • Client Service & Relationship Management
  • Database & Records Management Systems
  • Document Proofreading & Quality Assurance
  • Task Prioritisation & Deadline Management

Personal Details

Citizenship: South African

Gender: Female

Ethnicity: African

Identification No: 9010130057086

Driver's license: Valid 

Accomplishments

2025 – Passed Court Practice, Wills & Estates and Attorney's Practice and ethics board exams

References

I have two character reference letters available upon request: one from Mr Thabang Sedibe, Team Leader at Webhelp and another from Ms Bernice Welgemoed, an IT Law lecturer at the University of the Witwatersrand.

Timeline

Candidate Attorney

Yosef Shishler Attorneys
08.2024 - Current

Freelance virtual English tutor

Cambly
01.2019 - 06.2024

Legal Assistant

T-Systems
01.2018 - 12.2018

Online ESL Teacher

Education First
01.2016 - 12.2017

Call Center Operations Support

Webhelp
09.2014 - 12.2015

Bachelor of Laws

University of Witwatersrand

National Senior Certificate

Sir Pierre Van Ryneveld High School

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science

University of Witwatersrand
Princess Lebone