Karabo Selepe

I currently serve as an Attorney at Obert Ntuli Incorporated in Johannesburg. Since transferring to this branch, I have actively handled complex civil litigation, public-sector advisory work, and regulatory compliance in a high-volume, fast-paced legal environment driven by urgent applications. I have a proven track record of managing high-stakes matters for municipal and public-sector clients, drafting pleadings in both the Magistrates' and High Courts, and negotiating structured settlement agreements.

My practical experience is backed by advanced training in trial advocacy and my current registration in compliance management, reflecting my deep dedication to professional discipline and exceptional client service.

ATTORNEY at Obert Ntuli Inc. (2025-01 – Present)

• Manage complex legal matters for public sector entities, including the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa and the Dipaleseng Local Municipality, handling delictual claims, the recovery of municipal funds, and the drafting of formal legal opinions.
• Acted in urgent High Court political-party litigation, successfully defending proceedings to stop a scheduled conference, while navigating conflict of interest protocols and instructing external counsel.
• Successfully litigated a high-profile defamation matter involving a senior municipal representative, securing a favorable court order for the client.
• Review commercial contracts, procurement documentation, and provide proactive legal compliance guidance to municipal stakeholders.
• Facilitated and finalized complex structured settlement agreement, successfully making it an order of court before the Special Tribunal.

CANDIDATE ATTORNEY at Obert Ntuli Inc. (2023-01 – 2024-12)

• Scheduled and conducted initial client consultations, took detailed instructions, and managed ongoing client relationships.
• Supported senior attorneys with extensive legal research, trial preparation, and comprehensive document management for trials.
• Drafted pleadings, notices, and legal correspondence for matters before the Magistrates' Court, High Court, Master's Office, and Deeds Office.
• Independently managed files concerning debt collection for Mpumalanga Economic Growth Agency (MEGA), securing Acknowledgment of Debt (AODs), obtaining judgments, and executing against property, alongside managing divorces, delictual claims against state departments, medical negligence, Minister of Police, and Road Accident Fund matters.
• Assisted with conveyancing-related procedures, including the lodgment of deeds and preparing supporting documentation.
• Handled the financial closure of files, including invoicing, trust fund transfers, and formal file archiving.

CANDIDATE ATTORNEY at VZLR Inc. (2021-01 – 2023-12)

• Assisted senior practitioners with legal research, preparation of pleadings, and drafting diverse litigation documents.
• Prepared trial bundles, discovery affidavits, and settlement protocols for various high-volume civil litigation matters.
• Managed litigation files to ensure strict compliance with Uniform Rules of Court and Magistrates' Court Rules.
• Liaised directly with clients, counsel, and external stakeholders regarding ongoing case management and trial readiness.
• Drafted and lodged conveyancing documents at the Deeds Office, supporting seamless property transfer procedure.

Bachelor of Laws in Laws – University of the Free State (2022-12)

National Senior Certificate – Hoërskool Rob Ferreira (2016-12)