Tofunmi Adeyeye
Legal Practitioner
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Toronto, Ontario30 CAD/hourMember since August 3, 2023
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About
Highly motivated and tech-savvy lawyer, eager to contribute to a dynamic team and utilize cutting-edge technology to transform the delivery of legal services for compliance and corporate transactions.
Experience
Ayesha Abbasi Professional Corporation, Toronto, ON 2022 – 2023
Articling Student
- Successfully conducted over 40 crown-pre trials by skillfully negotiating favorable outcomes to prevent criminalconvictions for summary offences.
- Represented an average of 8 clients per day in court, skillfully balancing caseload demands while fostering robust clientrelationships that resulted in high client retention rates, consistent referrals, and contributed to the firm’s growth.
- Collaborated closely with senior counsel to develop effective defense strategies for clients during trials and bail hearings,resulting in an impressive 80% success rate in securing acquittals and releases.
- Collaborated with immigration authorities and lawyers to provide accurate and effective guidance on visa applications,work permits, and deportation proceedings for clients.
- Provided mentorship to 2 students, guiding them in the drafting of a wide range of legal documents including subpoenas, judges’ orders, legal aid applications, and legal memorandums, thereby increasing overall operationalefficiency.
- Secured favorable terms and conditions in plea agreements and peace bonds, ensuring optimal outcomes for clients incriminal proceedings.
Education
Barrister-at-Law 2023
Law Society of Ontario, ONMaster of Laws (LL.M), International Business Law 2021
Osgoode Hall Law School, Toronto, ONBarrister-at-law (BL) 2018
Nigerian Law School, NigeriaBachelor of Laws (LL. B) 2017
Afe Babalola University, Nigeria