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Thulani Nkabinde

Thulani Nkabinde

Admitted Attorney
Katlehong

Summary

I am an Admitted Attorney with more than 4 years post-admission experience who is fully aware of the structure, culture, and procedures of the legal profession. Gaining and having a good understanding of how to build relationships with clients and provide effective legal advice and services. I have a proven track record of providing effective legal advice both in the corporate sector and legal practice. An energetic commercial lawyer who is well-versed in strong communication and organization skills. Seeks solutions to problems and applies extensive analytical knowledge to findings. Adept at multi-tasking, leading group discussions, and managing projects.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages

Work History

Legal Officer

eAdvance (Pty) Ltd t/a SPARK Schools
Rosebank
10.2021 - Current
  • Draft and review commercial and business contracts.
  • Peruse documents/instructions from the business and provide comments and guidance on risks, legal accuracy, applicability, etc.
  • Assist with discussions/negotiation for material contracts.
  • Conduct legal research and draft legal opinions as needed from time to time.
  • Act as a support function providing the organization with legal and business services (including funding of the business)
  • Demonstrates understanding of legal issues and applies legal principles to situations in a business context.
  • Management of legal accounts/invoices and processing of payments.
  • Manage civil litigation processes & meetings for civil litigious matters.
  • Liaise with Reserve Bank for funding requirements for shareholders (Exchange Control Requirements).
  • To ensure that the daily operations of the Company are meeting the standards, policies, and laws that govern the organization.
  • Design, implement, and enforce the compliance strategy.
  • Monitor changes in relevant legislation and the regulatory environment and take appropriate action.
  • Comply with governance in terms of legislation.
  • To support the Company as required in meeting its corporate governance, legal, and regulatory obligations.
  • Responsible for the efficient administration of the company, particularly with regard to ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements and for ensuring that decisions of the board of directors are implemented.
  • Assist with reporting to the board, any failures to comply with the provisions of the company’s governing documents (including but not limited to the Subscription Agreement, Shareholders Agreement, MOI, the Companies Act, 2008, and other network rules).
  • Draft and review relevant company policies (including delegation of authority) and codes considering legislation and make recommendations.
  • Maintaining the company’s records, providing access to authorized persons to such records, filing the company’s annual returns with the CIPC, and ensuring those returns and notices appear true, correct, and up to date.
  • Draft and finalize Corporate Calendar with the CEO.
  • Draft and review board and shareholders resolutions and facilitate for signatures.
  • Issue shares, attend for endorsement for non-resident shareholders and update share register to reflect changes in ownership of the company.
  • Draft and finalize board & shareholders agendas, in consultation with the CEO.
  • Assist in preparing subcommittee and board packs.
  • Facilitate annual board evaluation in liaising with the CEO.
  • Responsible for the line of communication between EXCO and the board.
  • Prepare and administer directors' fees.
  • Responsible for directors' contracts to serve as directors for the company.
  • Oversee the drafting of the Board (including Sub-Committee) and Manco meeting minutes to ensure that they are properly recorded.
  • Directors onboarding and changes on CIPC.
  • Drafted and reviewed a wide range of legal documents to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Negotiated favorable settlements in multiple litigation cases, minimizing financial exposure for the company.
  • Reduced company liability by implementing effective risk management strategies and policies.
  • Conducted thorough due diligence investigations for potential mergers and acquisitions, mitigating risks associated with transactions.
  • Streamlined contract review process, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced turnaround time.

Associate

Brand Potgieter Inc
01.2021 - 10.2021
  • Draft Report and Feedback for clients.
  • Company secretarial duties for clients (Prepare pack, draft minutes & guide them for corporate governance).
  • Conducting legal research and advise clients.
  • Drafting legal documents (Summons, letter of demands, Contracts).
  • Drafting and reviewing commercial and labor contracts.
  • Assist director with consultation with clients.
  • Assist director in running an arbitration procedure.
  • Manage external counsel for client's matters.

Candidate Attorney & Junior Associate

VZLR Inc
Pretoria
04.2019 - 12.2020
  • Provided administrative support involving file management.
  • Prepared trial documentation and exhibits to support litigation strategy and attorney needs.
  • Strategized arguments to successfully present client positions.
  • Drafted legal arguments to gain mastery of case strategy and support attorney litigation.
  • Carried out background research and preparatory work to present established client cases.
  • Negotiated client settlements to limit costly court proceedings in legal disputes.
  • Interviewed clients and witnesses to corroborate case evidence.
  • Gained vast knowledge of regulations and policies associated with corporate law.
  • Assist companies with adherence to corporate governance.
  • Assist client with company secretarial duties.
  • Conducted thorough research on various areas of law, ensuring accurate information and strong case foundations.
  • Prepared essential legal documents for successful case outcomes and settlements.
  • Managed multiple caseloads simultaneously without compromising quality or timeliness of work product.
  • Attended court proceedings, representing clients'' interests and protecting their rights effectively.
  • Maintained strict adherence to professional ethics guidelines, upholding the integrity of the legal profession at all times.
  • Supported senior attorneys in high-profile cases, contributing to favorable verdicts and settlements.

Junior Legal Advisor

Moipone Fleet (Pty) Ltd
Pretoria
06.2017 - 03.2019
  • Drafting & reviewing contracts and policies; Litigation management;
  • Conducting legal research; drafting legal opinions; drafting agendas & Minutes;
  • Drafting directors & shareholders resolutions; advising the board of directors on corporate governance & King Code.
  • Reduced potential litigation risks by conducting thorough research and providing preemptive solutions to clients.
  • Directed and supported staff with business registrations and other legal requirements.
  • Developed compliance best practices for company.
  • Streamlined contract negotiation processes, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality while managing sensitive information related to clients'' legal affairs.
  • Offered in-house training to company personnel on relevant aspects of law.
  • Assisted human resource departments in drafting employee handbooks compliant with labor laws and regulations.

Education

LLB - Law

University of The Free State
Bloemfontein
02.2012 - 11.2016

Law - undefined

Law Society of South Africa
Pretoria, Gauteng
06.2019 - 12.2019

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Suite

  • Strategic decision-making

  • Meticulous and organized

  • Attention to detail

  • Excellent communication skills

  • Knowledge of Exchange Control

  • Collaboration and project management skills

  • Problem-solving

  • Legal Drafting

  • Legal analysis

  • Ethics management

  • Corporate governance

  • Legal research

  • Litigation management

  • Interpersonal communication

  • Budget management

Certification

Attorney of the High Court of South Africa

Personal Information

Nationality: South African

Accomplishments

    1. Passed Board Exams in First time writing and be Admitted as Attorney of the High Court.

    2. Working with the CFO in achieving disbursement of funds from non-resident shareholders (through Reserve Bank) - Investment.

Affiliations

Legal Practice Council.

Timeline

Legal Officer

eAdvance (Pty) Ltd t/a SPARK Schools
10.2021 - Current

Associate

Brand Potgieter Inc
01.2021 - 10.2021

Law - undefined

Law Society of South Africa
06.2019 - 12.2019

Candidate Attorney & Junior Associate

VZLR Inc
04.2019 - 12.2020

Junior Legal Advisor

Moipone Fleet (Pty) Ltd
06.2017 - 03.2019

LLB - Law

University of The Free State
02.2012 - 11.2016

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