About the Candidate.
Admitted Attorney with more than 9 years of legal experience, specialising in legal drafting, litigation and business rescue. Proven ability to manage extensive case portfolios, draft comprehensive legal documents and deliver legal services both in-office and remotely.
International Experience:
Yes
Availability:
20 or 40 hours a week
Area of Expertise:
Legal drafting, Legal research, Legal opinion writing, Litigation procedures, Regulatory compliance, Knowledge of legislation and case law
Years Experience:
9
Current and Previous Roles:
Drafting Attorney, Undefended Litigation Attorney, Candidate Attorney
Relevant Experience.
Drafting Attorney
Years experience:
9
Key Responsibilities:
Initiative: Proactively transitioned into a drafting attorney role to broaden legal experience within a new department.
Drafting: Prepared Summonses and various legal documents for litigation matters across the firm.
Remote Work: Maintained productivity and quality standards while successfully operating remotely for four years.
Legal Research: Conducted in-depth legal research to support case development and strengthen litigation strategy.
Merits Analysis: Investigated complex case merits to assist attorneys in formulating effective legal arguments.
Client Liaison: Maintained professional communication with the Legal Department of OUTsurance and their clients.
Attorney Support: Assisted Undefended Litigation Attorneys by responding to legal queries and compiling comprehensive case files.
Time Management: Met stringent drafting targets through effective prioritisation and time management.
Compliance: Ensured all work adhered to the firm’s legal standards, relevant case law and legislation.
Reason for leaving: Position was unfortunately retrenched due to organisational restructuring.
