Tebello Setleko
Bloemfontein
Summary
My role as an attorney and a candidate pursuing my Master’s in Law, requires a high degree of legal research and analytical thinking, particularly when interpreting legislation and managing complex legal matters. I possess excellent report drafting and editing skills, having compiled numerous formal reports, contracts and legal submissions. I am confident in managing competing priorities and timelines, reflecting my ability in project coordination and execution. In addition, I bring exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, having worked closely with clients, legal practitioners, government departments, and financial institutions. I am meticulous, deadline-driven, and committed to upholding the principles of integrity and service excellence. I believe my experience and skills align with the responsibilities of the Assistant Director post, and I would be honoured to contribute meaningfully to the Commission’s objectives.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate
PH Attorneys
01.2025 - Current
- Drafting, analyzing and editing contracts and legal reports.
- Administration of deceased estate, insolvent estate and curatorship estates from reporting to finalisation.
- Registration of trusts.
- Strengthened collaborative efforts among teammates by facilitating open dialogues during group discussions.
- Delivered accurate reports on time to assist management in making informed decisions based on data analysis.
- Maintained confidentiality while handling sensitive information related to client accounts or legal matters.
Candidate Legal Practitioner
PH Attorneys
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Conducted legal research and prepared memoranda on matters involving commercial law, company law, and contractual disputes.
- Assisted in the drafting and vetting of commercial agreements, including shareholder agreements, lease contracts, and service-level agreements.
- Supported attorneys in advising clients on regulatory compliance issues, including FICA, POPIA, Companies Act and industry-specific legislation.
- Administered deceased estates from reporting to final distribution, including drafting liquidation and distribution accounts, liaising with the Master’s Office, and managing beneficiary queries.
- Assisted in the administration of insolvent estates, including preparing statutory documents in terms of the Insolvency Act and engaging with creditors and trustees.
- Supported the management of curatorship estates, including liaising with curators, drafting status reports, and ensuring compliance with court orders and legal procedures.
- Drafted various legal documents such as pleadings, affidavits, and legal opinions under supervision.
- Attended consultations, mediations, and court proceedings with senior attorneys, providing case support and post-hearing analysis.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork by collaborating effectively with colleagues across departments, contributing to joint legal strategies and client service delivery.
- Maintained accurate file management and legal records in line with firm policy and ethical requirements.
- Displayed excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills, ensuring timely and efficient client service.
- Enhanced firm reputation through participation in community outreach events and pro bono work.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, legal developments, and legislative changes for effective representation of clients'' interests.
Paralegal
PH Attorneys
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Assist in coaching staff on best practices and company policies in respect of FICA and POPIA.
- Liaise with clients to collect and update FICA documents.
- Assist with the estate administration process, from estate reporting, preparation of the liquidation and distribution account, to estate finalisation.
- Assist with trust registrations.
- Manage the safe file room, ensuring all documents in the safe are properly recorded and stored.
- Opening and closing file matters.
- Assist with invoicing of clients.
- Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles and documents.
Head of Administration
Asiphe Bond
01.2013 - 12.2021
- Managed payroll, transactions, invoicing and budgeting to decrease financial inconsistencies.
- Coordinated with human resources department to handle payroll and personnel databases.
- Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.
- Screened and transferred incoming calls, took down messages and transmitted information and documents to internal personnel.
- Oversaw successful planning and execution of staff meetings, parties and events.
- Evaluated operational practices and identified improvement opportunities to develop revisions for systems and procedures.
- Collected, validated and distributed information to employees.
- Recorded office activities, maintained customer communications and tracked records through delivery.
- Generated reports to suggest corrective actions and process improvements.
Accounting Clerk
Kori & Associates
06.2012 - 12.2012
- Reconciled company accounts for credit cards, employee expenses and commissions.
- Input high volume of monthly invoices with consistent accuracy.
- Maintained accounting records utilizing in-house and client systems.
- Managed accounts payable and receivables and payroll.
- Maintained accurate and complete documentation to facilitate accounting and filing functions.
- Analyzed and verified employee expense reports for accuracy.
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
- Monitored status of accounts receivable and payable to facilitate prompt processing.
Education
LLB (Cum Laude) - Law
University of South Africa
12-2022
Master of Laws (LLM) - International Economics Law
University of South Africa
12-2026
Skills
- Proficient in MS Office
- Legal research
- Drafting and analysing legal documents and reports
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- Project management and organisational skills
Additional Information
Valid driver's licence
Completed the two oceans marathon in 2008 and 2018.
Founder of Bridge to Brilliance (NPO) - tutoring school learners.
Languages
English
Afrikaans
Sesotho
Xhosa
Timeline
Associate
PH Attorneys
01.2025 - Current
Candidate Legal Practitioner
PH Attorneys
01.2023 - 12.2024
Paralegal
PH Attorneys
01.2022 - 12.2022
Head of Administration
Asiphe Bond
01.2013 - 12.2021
Accounting Clerk
Kori & Associates
06.2012 - 12.2012
LLB (Cum Laude) - Law
University of South Africa
Master of Laws (LLM) - International Economics Law
University of South Africa
Hobbies and Interests
Annelize van der Bank, director at PH Attorneys
051 400 4000
Judge Lani Opperman, Judge in the High Court (Bloemfontein)
083 258 1118
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