ESANGBEDO PORTIA OYENMHEN

Address: **, ***** ******, *******, *****. Phone: 080********.

Email:adn6t1@r.postjobfree.com.

PERSONAL PROFILE

An analytical and result oriented legal professional with valuable experience in commercial law, dispute resolution, and property law, has a proven ability to meet deadlines, problem solve and adapt while maintaining high standards. Currently seeking a Personal Assistant position that will offer an opportunity to contribute positively to the organization, and also become part of a team of competent professionals.

EDUCATION HISTORY

2017 – 2018 Nigerian Law School, Lagos, Nigeria

Qualifying Certificate.

2011 – 2016 University of Benin, Benin, Edo State, Nigeria

LL.B (Hons).

2005 – 2010 Our Lady of Apostles secondary school, Lagos, N igeria.

West African Senior School Certificate.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Feb 2021 – April 2021 J . O . Ogunbode & Co, Lagos, Nigeria

Court Appearances at the various courts of record

Drafted and Reviewed Legal Processes for Court.

Successfully advised and represented clients on matters involving suspected cases of child trafficking at National Agency for the Prohibition of Traffic In Persons and Other Related Matters (NAPTIP).

Assisted with pro-bono cases, involving industrial matters at the National Industrial Court.

Prepared and reviewed various types of agreements.

Drafted several letters to various banks for the release of clients funds which were unlawfully restricted.

Conducted due diligence for clients in various matters.

Provided critical legal advice for the successful securing of ownership of family lands in various long standing inter family disputes.

May 2020 – January 2021 Erudite Legal Practitioners, Lagos, Nigeria

Advised and provided key legal services for the smooth administration of estates and other probate matters

Successfully assisted with the defence of clients in issues involving medical negligence and breach of privacy

Assisted with garnishee proceedings for clients

Provided legal advice in landlord and tenancy matters

Provided critical legal advice for the successful securing of ownership of family lands in a long standing inter family dispute

Proof read and reviewed commercial agreements

Drafted land agreements including contract of sale of land agreements and Deed of Assignment

Conducted due diligence for clients in various matters.

Assisted with completion and post completion work

Nov 2019 – April 2020 Consol Contact Centre, Lagos, Nigeria

Provided Customer Care Service to their various clients including Network Providers such as Airtel.

Other clients include Grimaldi Shipping Company

February- Oct 2019 Barry & Winston, Lagos, Nigeria

Involved in the team that advised and guided the sale of high net properties between two key corporate players in the real estate industry.

Advised and assisted new players in the commerce sector in the incorporation and fulfillment of other legal requirements for establishment of their companies.

Participated in the preparation of construction contracts between two emerging corporate startups.

Prepared legal opinions on various legal scenarios for corporate and individual clients.

Prepared memorandum of understanding and partnership agreements between two key players in the business sector.

Prepared and appeared in various court cases in both superior and inferior courts of record.

Nov 2018- Jan 2019 MINISTRY OF JUSTICE, Asaba, Delta, Nigeria.

Legal research assistant

•Conducted extensive research in various cases in preparation for court trials.

•Prepared various legal opinions on topical legal issues.

May 2018 – July 2018 A . A AROJOJOYE& CO. Surulere, Lagos, Nigeria

Law school Extern

Drafted and reviewed several court processes and various types of agreements

Conducted extensive research on various areas of law to assist with ongoing cases in court.

Assisted with filing matters at the Court Registry.

Attended court proceedings while providing support and organizing legal documents for quick recall

April 2018 - May 2018 NATIONAL INDUSTRIAL COURT, Ikoyi, Lagos, Nigeria.

Law School Extern

Conducted research on numerous legal principles and authorities

Coordinated and organized other legal externs.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

Detail focused with an ability to analyze information and discern relevant facts in relation to targets and objectives.

Highly organized with skills in workload prioritization, ensuring projects are completed within agreed time frames.

Effective communication skills: adept in expressing thoughts clearly through verbal and written communication.

Proven leadership skills and team player.

Excellent legal research skills.

Volunteer Work

Legal Aid Corps

Visited Ikoyi prison to provide material relief to the inmates and conduct inquiry on indigents in need of legal aid.

Contributed in the provision of free legal representation to indigent prisoners.

Engaged in public enlightenment on fundamental human rights to members of the public in Yaba market and its environs.

Participated in the provision of free legal and medical services to members of the public in Iponri, Surulere and its environs.

Embarked on sensitization tour of public and private schools on the effects of cyber bullying on youths.

Conferences/Seminars

Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) Webinar : Alternative Dispute Resolution: Drafting your Clause to Enforcement", 2021

International Bar Association Virtual Events: Personal Tales from the wild side, 2020

NBA–SBL Annual Business Law Conference : E-Conference, 2020

The Platform: a socio-economic seminar hosted by Covenant Christian Centre, Lagos, 2020

Key Competencies:

Legal advocacy

Alternative Dispute Resolution

Legal research

Computer Skills:

Proficient in the use of Microsoft office applications.

Language skills:

English

Beginner French

REFEREES: Available on Request.

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