Minenhle Mpungose

Results-driven Paralegal with over six years of experience providing substantive legal support across litigation, legal research, and estate administration within fast-paced legal environments. Recognised for strong legal drafting, analytical thinking, and meticulous case management, with the ability to manage multiple matters while ensuring compliance with court procedures and critical deadlines. Experienced in supporting attorneys throughout the litigation lifecycle, from discovery and pre-trial preparation to trial support, underpinned by comprehensive legal research using LexisNexis and SAFLII.

A proactive and adaptable legal professional with excellent organisational skills, a commitment to accuracy, and the ability to work independently in hybrid and remote environments. Currently completing a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) through the University of South Africa (UNISA).

Legal Assistant at Mohamed Abdulla Attorneys (2021-09 – 2025-01)

• Produced accurate legal documents requiring minimal attorney revisions, including Combined Summonses, Rule 35 Discovery Notices, Default Judgment applications, Section 129 notices, legal correspondence, and estate administration documentation. • Managed the discovery process by preparing Rule 35 Notices, coordinating service and court filing, organising documentary evidence, and producing indexed and paginated discovery bundles that ensured matters progressed efficiently toward trial. • Conducted legal research using LexisNexis and SAFLII, analysing legislation, case law, and legal authorities to support litigation and legal opinions. • Assisted attorneys with litigation preparation, client consultations, legal strategy discussions, and matter progression. • Prepared, reviewed, and submitted legal documentation to the relevant courts, and other regulatory authorities. • Managed legal files, document control, and confidential client records while ensuring compliance with legal and procedural requirements. • Monitored court deadlines, estate administration timelines, and outstanding legal matters to ensure timely progression of cases. • Liaised with clients, beneficiaries, financial institutions, government departments, sheriffs, and external stakeholders regarding ongoing legal matters. • Assisted with civil litigation procedures, document filing, and court processes. • Maintained accurate legal records and ensured documents were audit-ready and readily accessible. • Supported the Director with diary management, client communication, follow-ups, and coordination of multiple legal matters simultaneously. • Managed multiple concurrent cases to monitor deadlines, progress, outstanding tasks, and stakeholder deliverables. • Coordinated competing priorities through structured planning systems, ensuring timely completion of cases. • Managed the administration of deceased estates from reporting to the Master of the High Court through to finalisation. Assistant Officer at Centre for Global Change, University of the Free State (2025-02 – Present) • Provide executive administrative support to senior academics, directors, and project leaders. • Manage executive calendars, travel arrangements, accommodation bookings, and expense claims. • Prepare reports, meeting packs, presentations, and professional correspondence. • Coordinate meetings, workshops, and conferences for internal and external stakeholders. • Track project milestones and action items using project management software. • Maintain confidential institutional records and sensitive documentation. • Liaise with government departments, service providers, and research partners. • Support contract administration and procurement processes. • Work independently within a hybrid environment while managing competing priorities. • Managed multiple concurrent projects using Monday.com to monitor deadlines, progress, outstanding tasks, and stakeholder deliverables. • Coordinated competing priorities through structured planning systems, ensuring timely completion of projects and compliance requirements. • Maintained detailed progress trackers and regularly communicated project updates to senior stakeholders. Administrator at Farmer-to-Farmer (2022-04 – 2024-01) • Supported organisational operations by coordinating projects, stakeholder engagements, administrative processes, and programme activities. • Managed records, reports, correspondence, and scheduling while ensuring efficient administration and effective communication across the organisation. • Assisted with project planning and operational coordination to support the successful delivery of organisational initiatives. Teacher's Assistant at Dundee Junior Primary School (2020-12 – 2021-04) • Supported classroom administration by maintaining organised records, preparing learning materials, and assisting with daily educational activities. • Assisted with learner assessments, documentation, and classroom organisation while contributing to a structured and supportive learning environment.

Bachelor of Laws in LLB – University of South Africa

National Senior Certificate – Dundee High School (2012)