Attorney
Resume:
CURRICULUM VITAE
MAXINE EDWARDS
“I’m hardworking, loyal, trustworthy, dependable, well-organised, able to multi-task, confident and very punctual. I believe in ‘Leading by example’. I enjoy and welcome new challenges and usually succeed therein. I am able to work under pressure and independently and have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.”
PERSONAL INFORMATION:
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Full Names:
Maxine Edwards
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Identity Number:
3.Physical Address: 45A Stanley Road, Claremont, Cape Town
4.Contact Number: 071*******
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Gender:
Female
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Marital Status:
Unmarried
7.Nationality: Republic of South Africa Citizen
8.Languages: Afrikaans (Home language): Read, speak and write. English: Read, speak and write.
9. Health: Very good
10. Dependants: None
11. Drivers Licence: Code B
QUALIFICATIONS:
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MATRIC CERTIFICATE:
Hoër Volkskool, Graaff-Reinet
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LL.B:
University of the Free State (2010 – 2014)
While completing my degree, I learned a lot about myself. I have learned that I am very hardworking, ambitious, goal-oriented, dedicated and could do anything if I set my mind to it.
WORK EXPERIENCE
1.ARNO STRYDOM INC: Uitenhage, Eastern Cape (May ‘15 - December ‘15)
My work description was one of an article clerk. My work responsibilities included all collection matters, civil matters, litigation, assistance in conveyancing, wills and estates which will include consultations with clients and drafting of all pleadings. My work responsibilities also include to issue and serve all pleadings and documents.
2.CJ BOUWER ATTORNEYS: Graaff-Reinet, Eastern Cape (January ’16 – June ‘17)
My work description was one of an article klerk. My work responsibilities included all collection matters, civil matters, litigation, assistance in conveyancing, wills and estates which will include consultations with clients and drafting of all pleadings. My work responsibilities also included to issue and serve all pleadings and documents.
3.S J DIEDERICKS INC: Mossel Bay, Western Cape (July ‘17 – July ‘19)
My work description is one of a junior associate. My responsibilities is to assist in divorce matters, civil matters, criminal matters, wills and estates, drafting of pleadings, drafting of correspondence and consultations and I was responsible for my own client base and files.
4.BROOKS & LUYT INC: Cape Town, Western Cape (December 2019 – Present)
My work description is one of a junior associate. My responsibilities is to draft and submit claim documents on behalf of client against insolvent estates and to administer the matter until the sequestration of the estate is finalized. I attend to the issuing and service of bulk summonses received from clients, for which we act as correspondents. I am furthermore responsible for a portfolio, named Capitec Bank Ad-Hoc, which consists of 5 segments, namely Firm Foundation, Negative Salary, Internal Fraud, Unjustified Enrichment and Bursaries and Staff Relocation, relating to the ex-employees of our client. My responsibilities also includes attending court, drafting of summonses, pleadings, request for default judgements and attend to any queries.
SKILLS:
1.Computer literate
2.Active listening
3.Critical Thinking
4.Team player but able to work independently
5.Problem Solving
6.Writing
7.Excellent attention to detail
8.Negotiation
9.Excellent email etiquette
10.Social Perceptiveness
11.Troubleshooting
12.Speaking
13.Friendly and professional telephone manner;
14.Reading Comprehension
15.Judgment and Decision Making
16.Excellent admin skills and ability to multi-task
17.Customer and Personal Service
18.Active Learning
19.Time management
REFERENCES:
1.
Dr. Rinda Botha
- Lecturer at the University of the Free State
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Dr. Jo-Marie Visser
- Lecturer at the University of the Free State
3.
Ms Hanlie Grobler
- Lecturer at the University of the Free State
4.
Mr Arno Bouwer
- Director of CJ Bouwer Attorneys
5.
Mr Arno Strydom
- Director of Arno Strydom lnc.
6.
Mr Stephanus Johannes Diedericks
- Director of S J Diedericks Inc.
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