Candidate Legal Practitioner (awaiting admission)
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After completing my BA LLB at the University of Cape Town, I began my Practical Vocational Training at ENS in the Pro Bono Department. I have passed all four Attorneys’ Admission Examinations and am awaiting admission in early 2026.
I assist clients who qualify under the means test and have gained experience in matters including but not limited to civil, family, and inheritance law. Detail-oriented and committed to meaningful outcomes, I strive to deliver effective legal support while continuously developing my professional expertise and building an impactful legal career
ENS Africa Corporate Office | Candidate Legal Practitioner
January 2024 - Present
Legally trained professional with experience in civil, family, and community law matters, including domestic violence, divorce variations, evictions, customary law, contractual principles, and pension fund disputes. Skilled in legal research, drafting of pleadings and affidavits, client consultations, and court appearances.
Proficient in managing client intake, conflict checks, and stakeholder engagement. Actively involved in community development initiatives, including enterprise sessions, maintenance help desks, and outreach programs promoting access to justice and social empowerment.
ENS Africa Corporate Office | Vacation Work
26 June 2023 - 7 July 2023
During the vacation work, I was placed in the Banking and Finance, Property, and Dispute Resolution departments, where I gained practical exposure to diverse areas of legal practice. I completed various assignments, including the drafting of a detailed legal opinion on environmental law based on a complex factual scenario. In addition, I formed part of a team that participated in a mooting competition on competition law.
I was also the recipient of the Office Sunshine Award, in recognition of my positive attitude and contribution to the firm’s working environment.
November 2022- November 2023
University of Cape Town & NPO
Primary responsibilities includes overseeing all operations, actively supporting the executive team, liaising with the director regarding our progress and ensuring the budget is set out for the year.
October 2022- November 2023
University of Cape Town, Law Students‘ Council Primary responsibilities includes bridging the expectations of students with the mandate of the LSC and ensuring students have a holistic experience during law school.
(Events include: Orientation preparation, final year dance and class photo, social events, team building)
De Klerk & Van Gend Inc. | Vacation Work
20th -24th June 2022
Gained hands-on experience regarding drafting and delivering summons, drafting a legal memo regarding liquidation of an estate, lifting files at the Master’s office and held a presentation regarding Shariah compliant wills and estates.
ENS Africa Pro Bono Office in Mitchell’s Plain | Vacation Work
5th- 22nd July 2022
Gained hands on experience regarding civil procedures such as protection orders, divorces, maintenance, etc. and held workshops within the community of Tafelsig Mitchells Plain about wills and the different types of marriages.
2022 - 2023
2019 - 2021
Undergraduate Bachelor of Social Science
Majoring in Law and Gender
Studies with distinction in Gender
