Wade Hendricks
Gqeberha
Summary
Adept at legal research and a proven leader, I've significantly contributed to McWilliams & Elliott Inc. by initiating an IOD department and establishing a new branch office. My expertise in marketing and maintaining client relationships has consistently driven success, showcasing my ability to navigate complex legal landscapes and foster growth. Thorough professional with in-depth understanding of applicable laws. Works great with fellow attorneys, support staff, and other stakeholders to meet legal demands. Record of success with issues.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Advisor
Audit AI Financial Services (Pty) Ltd
Cape Town
01.2025 - Current
- Participated in meetings with internal stakeholders regarding potential risks or liabilities.
- Advised on intellectual property rights, filing and defending trademarks and patents, and navigating copyright laws to protect clients' interests.
- Conducted legal research and analysis to draft legal opinions, studies and reports.
Director
Atlantic Division Entertainment (Pty) Ltd
Cape Town
10.2024 - Current
- Led cross-functional teams to drive project completion within budget and deadlines.
- Prepared presentations for board meetings summarizing key developments within the company.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations, policies and procedures.
Attorney
McWilliams & Elliott Inc.
Gqeberha
01.2023 - Current
- As an admitted attorney of the High Court, my roles and responsibilities are vast
- Below are some of my personal achievements and highlights
- Injury On Duty (IOD) Claims Department: Took the initiative to start an IOD department which focuses on fresh claims against the Compensation Commission and mandamus applications against the Department of Labour
- Road Accident Fund Department: Vast expertise in claims against the RAF; attendance at the East London Branch of the Road Accident Fund for block settlement negotiations
- Labour Law Department: Successfully defended several Labour Law matters on behalf of the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality; worked closely with Counsel and wrote notable fees on all matters attended to
- Municipal Law: Expertise in various areas of Municipal Law, such as: unauthorized land use; review applications; by-law compliance; and general litigation
- Marketing: Established a Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn profile; arranged for sponsorship of various community projects; and procured new clients
- Tenders: Personally attended to various tenders on behalf of the Firm; took the initiative to ensure our appointment to the panel of attorneys of various new clients, such as PRASA, SAPU Legal and Dr
- Beyers Naude Local Municipality
- Establishing a branch office in George: In August 2024, McWilliams & Elliott Incorporated was successfully appointed onto the panel of attorneys of the George Municipality
- One of the conditions of appointment was to establish a branch office in George, which I was tasked with doing
- I have been successful in opening the office, engaging with new clients, managing files, writing fees and general office management
Candidate Attorney
McWilliams & Elliott Inc.
Gqeberha
01.2021 - 01.2023
- During my articles of clerkship, I attended to inter alia personal injury, labour, administrative and municipal matters
Vice Chairperson
Nelson Mandela University – Law Society
Gqeberha
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Supported and supervised a team of 12 committee members
- Integrated new media and web advertising initiatives into society member’s marketing strategies to enhance brand awareness
- Oversaw daily administrative operations, including marketing, recruitment, and financial objectives
Vocational Trainee
Joubert Galpin Searle
Gqeberha
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Supported a team of four candidate attorneys in their practice of law; assisted attorneys in collecting and perusing employment contracts, medical records and other records; produced accurate file notes, updated spreadsheets and drafted presentations
Education
Practical Legal Training (L.E.A.D.) - Law
Nelson Mandela University
Gqeberha01-2022
LLB - Law
Nelson Mandela University
Gqeberha12-2020
Skills
- Legal research
- Marketing
- Procurement
- Maintaining excellent client relationships
- Sound understanding of business
- Excellent fees
- Interpersonal communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Leadership
Skillsinterests
- Legal research
- Marketing
- Procurement
- Maintaining excellent client relationships
- Sound understanding of business
- Excellent fees
- Interpersonal communication and interpersonal skills
- Leadership
Timeline
Legal Advisor
Audit AI Financial Services (Pty) Ltd
01.2025 - Current
Director
Atlantic Division Entertainment (Pty) Ltd
10.2024 - Current
Attorney
McWilliams & Elliott Inc.
01.2023 - Current
Candidate Attorney
McWilliams & Elliott Inc.
01.2021 - 01.2023
Vice Chairperson
Nelson Mandela University – Law Society
01.2019 - 12.2020
Vocational Trainee
Joubert Galpin Searle
01.2019 - 12.2019
Practical Legal Training (L.E.A.D.) - Law
Nelson Mandela University
LLB - Law
Nelson Mandela University
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