Olusola Adenekan
Calgary, Alberta. T3J 5N3
Phone: 403-***-****
Alt: 403-***-****
***********@*****.**
OBJECTIVE
Qualified Legal Practitioner who is service focused professional seeking to
leverage both experience and education as a Contract Administrator with
history of successfully managed contract administration initiatives. Detail
oriented and organized individual who exemplifies professionalism and the
ability to work with various groups and department for the growth and
success of the organization.
MAJOR ACHIEVEMENTS
As one of the top pupil in evidence and criminal law at University, I
was nominated by my professor to assist with the UN investigative
research on genocide and war crimes in Rwanda. My role involved
extensive research, interviewing of senior government officials,
collating information and then providing recommendations based on the
information obtained.
Managed and drafted various upstream & downstream agreements including
but not limited to Constructions, Purchase, Maintenance, Leases,
International oil & gas, joint ventures and services contracts,
Instrumental to successful completion of LNG exploration and
transportation of related products based on extensive research and
negotiations on the project.
Represented Lagos State University in a nationwide Moot Court Trial
Competition, contested by all universities in Nigeria. I won the overall
price for best Advocate.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Mar 2009 - Legal Aid Society
Date Calgary, Alberta
Legal Services Officer
. Providing timely legal information and advice to clients to
make an informed decision on their legal problems such as
Family, Civil, Welfare, and Criminal matters.
. Conducting legal research on various issues such as new
development in Canadian law, impacts of new and old
Bilateral and Multilateral Treaty Agreements on the company
transactions to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory
requirements.
. Prepare legal documents such as agreements, contracts,
proposals, terms and conditions, as may be required for
various real estate & energy transactions.
. Assists clients in need of refugee claims, process and file
all required documentations within time limit and prepare
such client for hearings.
. Obtain and review legal opinions from roster counsels on
matter require clarity on point of law and determine
coverage accordingly.
October 2008 Oxford Operations
- March 2009 Calgary, Alberta
Building Administrator
. Delivering exceptional customer services to clients,
contractors and members of the public.
. Maintain and manage office supplies, equipment, contracts,
filling systems and ensure timely collection of tenant
insurance certificates.
. Implement and coordinating clients' files, invoices and
updating tenancy agreement.
. Handled and processed insurance claims arising from damages and
liaised with adjusters for early settlement.
. Assists the senior property administrator with percentage
rent invoices and collections as required.
. Professional and comfortable dealing with stakeholders,
general public, tenants, contractors and trades people as
well as colleagues.
February 2008 Staples Business Depot
- October 2008 Calgary, Alberta
Tech Consultant
. Attended and advised Customers according to the various
products undertaken by the Company.
. Conducted trainings for new employees on product sales,
selling solutions and guiding respective customers on their
needs.
. As a team leader held regular meetings with my Associates
more importantly on target driven, customer satisfactions
and sales of additional products for the benefit of the
customers.
. Analysed and diagnosed problems associated with business
machines and solve incessant problem(s) related to the
machines.
August 2004 Booth & Baker Solicitors
- Dec 2007 Manchester, Great Manchester (UK)
Legal Assistant
. Vast majority of work undertaken was in the conveyancing
team including compliance and regulatory services.
. Liaised with various clients and institutions on mortgage
processing and re-mortgage applications.
. Dealing with Litigations, Drafting, Registration of
Trademarks, Copyrights and Patent, Also supervise all
briefs being undertaken by this branch.
. Interviewed and advised clients in preparation for any
litigations or otherwise.
October 2000 Agip Oil Nig. Ltd
- July 2004 Lagos, Nigeria
Associate Lawyer (Contract Admin)
. Undertake major compliance duties which include perusing
commercial agreements, commercial transaction contracts and
legal opinions.
. Drafted and vetted all contracts signed with subcontractors
and service providers of the company relating to
explorations liquidify natural gas (LNG) and transportation
of related products.
. Attended meetings, liaised with various clients including
contractors regarding businesses conducted by the company
and resolved potential conflict(s).
. Analyzed contracts & pay attention to every minute detail
and explain any legal issues involved in the contracts with
the aid of my extensive legal knowledge.
. Reviewed, drafted, negotiated and prepared list of
exceptions to bids/bidding documentation, construction and
submission of proposals (including Master Supply Service
Agreement, Construction and Supply Agreement, Purchase
Orders and Subcontracts).
March 1996 Osinbajo Kukoyi & Adokpaye (LLP)
- Aug 2000 Lagos, Nigeria
Associate
. Managed a team of six trainees including supporting staff.
. Drafted leases, guarantees and business contracts including
debt recoveries and banking & finance issues.
. Registered trademarks, patents, designs and copyrights.
. Interfaced with regulatory authorities in the energy and
finance sectors on the proper interpretation of laws and
government policies vis- -vis contractual documents.
. Acted as company secretary to corporate clients,
incorporation of companies and general legal practice.
. Provided advice and guidance on all regulatory matters
relating to environmental issue(s) and matters affecting
operations of the company (Compliance based duties).
March 1993 Startrite Finance & Mortgage Homes
- Feb 1996 Sabo-Yaba, Lagos
Legal Officer
. Co-ordinating the activities of Commercial & Investment of
the company (Compliance based duties).
. Review and update credit & loan documentations, including
searches and registration of title deeds.
. Coordinate the analysis of proposed contracts in order to
identify risks, including legal, contractual and
operational risk. Proposed measures to eliminate or
ameliorate the risks
. Advised & update the department with relevant
law/regulation affecting the industry.
EDUCATION
2005 Southampton Solent University
Southampton, Hampshire (UK)
LL.M, Intellectual Property Law
Courses: Trade Mark law, Copyrights law, Patents & Designs law, Computer
law and Advanced Legal Research.
2002 Southwark College, London
London, UK
Certificate, Information Technology
Courses: Microsoft Office Suite, computer diagnosing & Troubleshooting, C++
for non C++ programmer and Computer appreciation.
1995 Nigerian Law School
Victoria Island, Lagos
Barrister at Law (LPC)
Courses: Legal Drafting & Conveyancing, Company Law & Commercial Practice,
Civil & Criminal Procedures, Law of Evidence and Professional Conduct &
Ethics.
1992 Lagos State University
Lagos, Ojo
LL.B, Law
Courses: Jurisprudence & Legal Theory, Conflict of laws, Intellectual
Property law, International law, Law of contract, Criminal law, Law of
Trust & Equity, Law of Evidence, Law of Torts, Law of Banking & Finance,
Commercial law, Company law, Petroleum & Energy law and Constitutional law.
KEYWORD SUMMARY
Ability to multitask, manage and prioritise tasks.
Possess strong Administrative skills with attention to details.
An achiever, motivator with leadership qualities
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Outstanding team player
Reference Available on request