Manager Legal

Location:

Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

Salary:

16000

Posted:

September 01, 2020

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Resume:

RONALD BHEKUZULU PHAKATHI

A: St Eco Park, Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa P: +278******** adfq3a@r.postjobfree.com

Summary

Ronald is a motivated, client focused, and capable Law graduate currently awaiting board certification. He possesses extensive experience in providing indispensable advice to clients and delivering positive outcomes through working as a candidate attorney at Smith-Smith Attorneys in South Africa. An expert at legal research and a quick learner who can quickly adapt to situations and communicate clearly and effectively with both legal professionals and members of the public. Constantly focused on resolving legal issues and is aware of the structure and culture of the legal profession. He has strong academic credentials and his key strengths lie in his knowledge of conveyancing, debt collection, management of trusts and estates. He also has an ability to remain focused in a fast-paced environment. His most rewarding work to date is in property conveyancing and contract negotiations. Right now, he is looking for a position within a legal department where talented people can develop and grow professionally. Currently one exam remaining before completing his board exams.

Skills

Good knowledge of conveyancing

Excels in understanding contracts and government regulations

Experience supporting vulnerable clients

Quick learner with an ability to work under pressure

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Outstanding communication skills

Can analyse large amounts of information

Experience

Candidate Attorney Jul 2017 to November 2019

Smith-Smith Attorneys, Pretoria

Effectively conducted legal research on all client cases. Analysed and summarised all legal information.

Dealt with legal matters such as will writing, property conveyancing and debt collection. Investigated facts and law of cases to determine causes of action and prepare cases.

Participated in the handling of a busy caseload comprised of varied but mostly estate conveyancing matters from start to finish including face to face client meetings.

Assisted two senior fee earners with aspects of their files such as requisitioning, reporting and post completion. Over time I began to handle my own cases from start to finish.

Provided accurate, timely and effective legal advice to clients. Shaped clients’ expectations on what can be realistically achieved.

Advised clients on their legal rights and obligations. Interpreted and explained the law to all clients.

Researched precedents in law libraries and using the findings to provide a defence for clients and support their cases.

Provided advice to clients on the impact, interpretation and implementation of new policies and legislation.

Ensured the legality of all clients’ decisions and transactions. Evaluated existing contractual agreements.

Drafted and reviewed all legal documents. Ordered and checked searches, produced completion statements and corresponded with clients and opposing solicitors.

Negotiated with clients and followed up on any arrears.

Filed and responded to court queries. Archived all company documents to the relevant regulatory bodies.

Assisted in interviewing and advising clients and witnesses.

Arranged for witnesses to attend hearings.

Assisted in the management of all due diligence processes.

Early Work Experience

Promoter, Johannesburg Dec 2012-Jan 2013

Computer Applications Technology Tutor, Basa tutorial institute June 2012-Nov 2012

Education

Bachelor of Laws, LLB

University of Pretoria, 2016

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