Mmakgomo Monareng

An accomplished and driven Admitted Attorney. My background includes preparing pleadings, opinions, and various legal agreements, as well as interacting with courts to facilitate streamlined legal operations. My career tenure has encompassed a variety of areas of law, including consulting with clients concerning their family estates, and civil matters.

Expert ability to analyze complex legal situations or problems and then present sound opinions of them both orally and in writing. I am fully aware of the structure, culture, and procedures of the legal profession and have the unique ability to work on several cases simultaneously. I have successfully completed a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Degree, as well as Practical Legal Training (PLT).

JUNIOR ATTORNEY - Mashifane Moswane Attorneys

(2024-04)

• Engaged with clients and provided comprehensive advice on third-party claims, maintaining strong customer-centric values and ensuring client satisfaction throughout the legal process.
• Demonstrated sound knowledge of the law and its interpretation by conducting legal research, drafting summons, particulars of claims, affidavits, and applications in third-party claims, medical negligence, and personal injury cases.
• Conducted risk assessments and advised on litigation strategies, attending pre-trial conferences and court hearings in the High Court, Magistrates Court, and Labour Court, under high-pressure circumstances.
• Consulted with clients on various legal matters, providing them with comprehensive advice, and multi-tasking between client consultations, case analysis, and preparation for court appearances.
• Proficiently drafted and negotiated agreements between clients and stakeholders, resolving conflicts and clarifying legal directions to ensure effective case management and favorable outcomes.
• Actively participated in employees' disciplinary hearings, CCMA and Bargaining Council proceedings, demonstrating strong problem-solving abilities and a solid understanding of employment law.
• Managed legal documentation and maintained case files, ensuring high ethical standards in all client dealings and legal processes.
• Worked independently and within a team of senior attorneys, contributing to strategic discussions and supporting trial preparation while handling administrative duties.

JUNIOR ATTORNEY - Van Deventer & Campher Incorporated

(2023-05 - 2024-03)

• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills by consulting with clients on their civil, administrative, and divorce cases, and ascertaining the details and merits of each case.
• Maintained high ethical standards in the drafting of letters, pleadings, notices, and other legal documents, and in serving documents to all parties involved in court cases.
• Delivered client-centric legal services, providing exceptional customer service by liaising with clients, sheriffs, and opponents, and negotiating agreements to clarify misunderstandings and resolve conflicts.
• Displayed critical thinking and problem-solving skills when conducting research on legislation, analyzing policies, and making recommendations for various government entities and private clients.
• Worked independently on tasks such as file preparation for case presentations and administrative work while collaborating with senior attorneys to provide support during trial preparation.
• Managed multiple case files simultaneously, demonstrating effective time management and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced legal environment.
• Proficient in MS Word and Outlook for drafting legal correspondences and managing communications between team members.
• Attended and resolved cases in high-pressure situations, including court appearances in civil and criminal matters, and the drafting of pleadings for both High Court and Magistrate Court.
• Showcased expertise in alternative dispute resolution, including negotiation, mediation, and arbitration.

CANDIDATE ATTORNEY - Van Deventer & Campher Incorporated

(2021-03 - 2023-02)

• Received and attended to instructions for various cases, including labour, commercial, and civil matters, with a focus on strong customer-centric values.
• Consulted with clients, ascertained case merits, and conducted legal research using legislation, case law, and other legal texts as sources.
• Drafted and vetted various agreements, including commercial agreements, and provided legal advice to internal and external stakeholders while maintaining high ethical standards in managing sensitive information.
• Demonstrated strong verbal communication skills in consultations and strong written communication when drafting legal texts, opinions, and pleadings.
• Managed multiple tasks efficiently by balancing legal research, case management, and client consultations, showcasing the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment.
• Provided legal opinions in memoranda for various government entities and private clients, exhibiting sound knowledge of the law and its interpretation.
• Proficient in MS Word and Outlook, ensuring clear documentation and correspondence with clients and stakeholders.
• Contributed to the development of litigation strategies, specializing in general and commercial litigation, including alternative dispute resolution, while utilizing critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ensured confidentiality and secure storage of client data, reporting on hours spent on assignments and adhering to high ethical standards.
• Managed eviction litigation and administration of deceased estates, and made court appearances in civil and criminal matters, exemplifying effective time management and the ability to work independently under tight deadlines.
• Showcased critical thinking during negotiations, mediations, and arbitrations, ensuring favorable outcomes for clients.

EXAMINATION ASSISTANT - Mpumalanga Education Department

(2017-12 - 2017-12)

• Daily received, checked, controlled, scanned, and packed scripts for marking, including the indexed archival of scripts post-marking.
• Ensured the correct number of scripts and mark sheets per batch, subject, paper, and examination session were received, controlled, scanned, and packed for the correct marking venue.
• Demonstrated good telephone manners and soft skills when liaising with relevant stakeholders to resolve issues.
• Operated in a customer service-oriented environment, ensuring all tasks were handled with efficiency and professionalism.
• Managed time effectively by balancing multiple responsibilities, demonstrating the ability to work independently and maintain quality under strict deadlines.
• Worked under pressure during peak marking seasons while maintaining accuracy in script handling and control.
• Displayed strong written communication skills in documenting the progress and ensuring precise archival records.

PRACTICAL LEGAL TRAINING - LEGAL SOCIETY OF SOUTH AFRICA (2021 - 2021)

BLA TRIAL ADVOCACY - LEGAL SOCIETY OF SOUTH AFRICA (2021 - 2021)

BACHELOR OF LAWS - Laws - UNIVERSITY OF THE FREE STATE (2020 - 2020)