Takalani Victoria Mulovhedzi
Legal & Administrative Assistant
Willowpark Manor
Summary
I am a highly organised and efficient individual with extensive experience in administrative and legal secretarial roles. I have a proven track record of success in managing complex tasks, communicating effectively with stakeholders and demonstrating a strong work ethic. My pursuit of a Bachelor of Arts in Law further highlights my commitment to professional development and my passion for the legal field.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Foreclosure Secretary (Standard Bank Full Portfolio)
Jarvis Jacobs Raubenheimer Incorporated (JJR Inc.)
05.2025 - Current
- Acknowledging new instructions
- Drafting Section 129 Notices, Summons, Default Judgement
- Updating CACS, SB Legal, CLF Legal
- Contacting Sheriff's for Jurisdiction and following up on returns of service.
- Appointing Correspondent Attorneys and Briefing Counsel
- Creating leads on Easysell , uploading relevant Mandates and supporting documents
- Creating leads for DCC and uploading supporting documents.
- Providing Defendants with Feedback on the status of their applications on DCC & Easysell.
- Invoicing on Ghost Practice , Creating invoices on SB Legal & CLF including Coupa.
- Requesting documents on Sharepoint and saving COB's on relevant systems
- Drafting Consents for Defendants
- Contacting Defendants to provide them with payment arrangements.
- Managed sensitive and confidential information with discretion, upholding integrity of executive communications.
- Preparing detailed reports for Standard Bank Weekly and Monthly engagements.
- Facilitating communication to ensure all parties were informed of key updates.
- Providing comprehensive support to new staff and Candidate Attorneys, facilitating faster integration into team.
Foreclosure Secretary
Louw Genis and Rajoo Incorporated (LGR Inc.)
01.2024 - Current
- Client, Attorney, and Bank Liaison
- Drafting Legal Documents: Skilled in drafting summons and other foreclosure-related documents, demonstrating familiarity with legal terminology and procedures.
- Case File Management.
- Correspondence Handling: Manage all incoming and outgoing communications related to foreclosure cases, ensuring efficient workflow.
- Utilizing Legal Software: Experienced with CACS, My Attorney, GhostPractice, Searchworks, and Legal Suite for case management
Litigation Secretary & Director’s Assistant
Haasbroek & Boezaart Attorneys
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Standard Bank Foreclosures: Draft S129 and summons, upload documents.
- Eskom Finance & Ngqaba Guarantees: Draft S129, summons, motions, affidavits, judgments, and orders.
- Assist Litigation Director with private litigation administration.
- Correspond with attorneys, banks, sheriffs, and clients.
- File applications for Magistrate and High Courts via correspondent attorneys.
- Invoice each case file.
- Manage caselines and court online applications.
- Proficient in CACS, My Attorney (SBLegal), GhostPractice, Searchworks, and Legal Suite.
Receptionist
Hannes Gouws & Partners Inc
01.2014 - 01.2022
- Liaise with clients, attorneys, and banks.
- Conduct property deed searches on Lexis Nexis.
- Assist with ad hoc tasks and follow up with
- Type documents when needed, take messages and confirming appointments for secretaries and sending communications as needed.
- Ensure smooth administrative operations.
- Promote teamwork by supporting colleagues and the firm.
- Manage the reception area.
- Perform data entry.
- Proficient in Windows Package, Ghost Practice, and Windeed.
Marketing Co-Ordinator and PA
PA Placecol Cosmetics Pty Ltd (now Imbalie Beauty)
01.2007 - 01.2013
- PA to the Marketing Executive, handling in and outgoing post at Marketing.
- Creating purchase orders, quotes and invoices. Following up with finance department on payments Arranging marketing training information for Therapists. Arrange transport and accommodation
- Liaising with the major magazines MEDIA 24 editors
- Liaising with Edgars Club AND Foschini Groups for advertising Placing advertorial and advertisement with local newspapers Gathering information for press releases
- Being the face model for Place'col Rennaisance Range for Skin of Colour
Receptionist
Hannes Gouws & Partners Inc.
01.2002 - 01.2007
- Liaising with clients, attorneys and all banks.
- Maintaining strict confidentiality of sensitive information to protect client privacy and uphold professional ethics.
- Data Capturing.
- Assisting colleagues when needed.
- Typing appostille and authentications documents for South African Citizens who will be working abroad Handling incoming post and outgoing post.
- Reception (switchboard) fulltime
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Law (Currently Studying)
STADIO (formerly Southern Business School)
CenturionStandard 10 (Matric) -
Tshwane North College
National Diploma - Public Management (N6)
Academy of Bussiness & Computer Studies
01.2022
Skills
Problem Solving
Timeline
Foreclosure Secretary (Standard Bank Full Portfolio)
Jarvis Jacobs Raubenheimer Incorporated (JJR Inc.)
05.2025 - Current
Foreclosure Secretary
Louw Genis and Rajoo Incorporated (LGR Inc.)
01.2024 - Current
Litigation Secretary & Director’s Assistant
Haasbroek & Boezaart Attorneys
01.2022 - 01.2024
Receptionist
Hannes Gouws & Partners Inc
01.2014 - 01.2022
Marketing Co-Ordinator and PA
PA Placecol Cosmetics Pty Ltd (now Imbalie Beauty)
01.2007 - 01.2013
Receptionist
Hannes Gouws & Partners Inc.
01.2002 - 01.2007
National Diploma - Public Management (N6)
Academy of Bussiness & Computer Studies
Bachelor of Arts - Law (Currently Studying)
STADIO (formerly Southern Business School)
Standard 10 (Matric) -
Tshwane North College
References
- Mr Hannes, Gouws, 082 651 4982, 012 321 1008, Hannes Gouws & Partners Inc.
- Ms Sina, Mothibe, 072 169 0836, 011 086 9800, Placecol Cosmetics PTY LTD (now Imbalie).
- Mrs Nombasa, Njamela, 012 481 3555, 083 458 3908, Haasbroek & Boezaart Attorneys.
- Mr Anrich, Otto, 012 481 3555, Haasbroek & Boezaart Attorneys.
- Mrs Lindokuhle, Masangoako, 012 817 4600, 073 060 6314, Louw Genis and Rajoo Inc. (LGR Inc).
- Ms Carien, Swanepoel, Attorney, 073 171 7880, Jarvis Jacobs Raubenheimer Inc (JJR Inc).
- Ms Julia Modiba, 083 773 3049 Standard Bank of South Africa, Legal Officer.
Software proficiencies
- Microsoft Windows Package: Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- GhostConvey: Specialized software for conveyancing practices in South Africa.
- E4: Legal practice or office administration software.
- Windeed: Relevant software for previous roles in legal settings.
- CACS: Case Administration and Costing System for managing case files and invoicing.
- My Attorney (SBLegal): Platform for managing legal matters with Standard Bank of South Africa Ltd.
- GhostPractice: Legal practice management system for case and client management.
- Searchworks: Likely a legal research database or property search system.
- Legal Suite: Comprehensive suite of legal software applications for document and case management.