Ramaisela Pheladi Ramushu
Midrand, Johannesburg
Summary
A highly motivated and conscientious individual with an educational background in both law and marketing. My goal is to leverage my legal understanding to provide valuable insights and analysis in ensuring compliance with relevant laws. Through my professional experiences, I thrive in fast-paced environments, excel at multitasking, and possess excellent communication skills, enabling me to collaborate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders. As an adaptable professional, I am committed to continuous learning and growth, always dedicated in developing a comprehensive understanding of legal principles, as well as a strategic and analytical approach to law to achieve measurable results. I am eager to work in a dynamic legal environment, where I can contribute to the achievement of business goals, uphold ethical standards, and make a positive impact on clients and society as a whole. I am seeking a dynamic and challenging role where I can advance my career and expand my professional network.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
RMT Attorneys
Johannesburg
02.2024 - Current
- Conducted research on relevant laws, regulations, judicial decisions, and legal articles.
- Analysed legal statutes, codes and previous court decisions to determine optimal course of action.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure strategies and objectives were aligned and executed efficiently.
- Performed administrative duties such as photocopying, scanning, and organising legal documents.
- Drafted legal documents including briefs, pleadings, appeals, agreements, contracts, and legal memoranda.
- Used LexisNexis to examine secondary sources, statutory, and case law and federal and state regulations.
- Analysed and interpreted laws, rulings, and regulations for specific cases.
- Researched applicable statutes, codes, regulations, ordinances, and precedent cases.
- Drafted Tender documents
Candidate Attorney
Maesela Incorporated Attorneys
Johannesburg
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Conducted legal research, thorough analysis and identification of case law, legislation, judicial decisions, and textbooks using various legal platforms for senior attorney.
- Drafted letters of Demand, Pleadings, Notices and Affidavits.
- Submitted relevant documentations to the Master of the High Court.
- Navigated legal environment productively and with exceptional versatility.
- Stayed abreast of changes in legislative and regulatory guidelines.
- Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and documented information.
- Facilitated communication by forwarding emails, transferring calls and filing documents.
- Drafted letters and prepared legal correspondence for attorneys and legal assistants.
- Assisted in maintaining attorney personnel files with utmost confidentiality.
- Pleasantly welcomed visitors, answered phone calls, maintained front reception desk and opened new client files.
- Compiled supportive materials ahead of meetings.
- Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
- Filed clients' legal documents in relevant courts for processing.
Office Administrator
Board Corner Enterprise
Johannesburg
07.2019 - 01.2020
- Interpreted company personnel policies, work procedures and industry best practices to staff.
- Liaised with insurance assessors.
- Provided leadership by discussing job performance problems with employees, identifying causes and liaising with leadership to oversee effective solutions.
- Elevated customer satisfaction ratings by promptly resolving client issues.
- Used judgment and initiative in handling confidential matters and requests.
- Monitored payments due from clients and promptly contacted clients with past due payments.
- Established and maintained filing systems to support office personnel.
- Assisted in processing travel expenses by gathering receipts and submitting worksheets.
- Maintained impeccable office organisation to support efficiency, professionalism and performance objectives.
- Created letters fostering internal and external communication.
- Managed service agreements and purchase orders to drive budget performance and meet schedule requirements.
- Filtered emails based on importance and escalated issues to leadership. Automated office operations by managing client correspondence.
Legal Vocational Trainee
RMT Attorneys
Johannesburg
09.2018 - 10.2018
- Conducted legal administration work.
- Organised legal documents pertaining to foreclosure matters into the GhostPractice software for pleadings and notices to be formulated efficiently.
- Approached each workday with enthusiasm and a wonderful work ethic.
- Effectively presented information upon request.
- Demonstrated working with people across different social identities and backgrounds.
- Worked independently to meet deadlines and achieve objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Laws - Bachelor of Laws
University of Pretoria
12.2019
Bachelor of Commerce - Marketing Management
University of Pretoria
12.2012
National Senior Certificate - Matric
Kingsmead College
12.2008
Masters of Laws - Corporate Law
University of South Africa
Skills
- Flexibility and Adaptability
- Self-motivation
- Time Management
- Customer Service
- Microsoft Office
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Building Trust and Relationships
- Creative and Critical Thinking
- Organization and Administration
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Legal File Maintenance
- Attention to Detail
- Team Building
- Legal Research
- Effective Multitasking
- Work Prioritization
- Conflict Resolution
- Community Outreach
- Problem-Solving
Languages
Sepedi
First Language
English
Proficient
C2
isiZulu
Upper Intermediate
B2
Setswana
Upper Intermediate
B2
Timeline
Paralegal
RMT Attorneys
02.2024 - Current
Candidate Attorney
Maesela Incorporated Attorneys
06.2021 - 06.2022
Office Administrator
Board Corner Enterprise
07.2019 - 01.2020
Legal Vocational Trainee
RMT Attorneys
09.2018 - 10.2018
Bachelor of Laws - Bachelor of Laws
University of Pretoria
Bachelor of Commerce - Marketing Management
University of Pretoria
National Senior Certificate - Matric
Kingsmead College
Masters of Laws - Corporate Law
University of South Africa
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