Gofaone Rantape
Palapye
Summary
Seasoned ,dedicated and result oriented Corporate Attorney with vast experience in legal drafting and litigation .I am an admitted Attorney,Conveyancer and Notary Public .A member in good standing with the Law Society of Botswana.I hold a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree obtained from the University of Botswana.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Counsel
K. Segabo Attorneys
Palapye
07.2023 - Current
- In charge of the firm and directly supervising all staff members; Provides legal advise, representation, research, counsel and opinion in all areas of law pertaining to clients at a given time; Drawing and drafting of lease agreements, general agreements and contracts; Oversees finance and administration department; Conveyances and administers notarial deeds; General litigation; Commissioner of oaths.
Prosecutions Counsel
Directorate of Public Prosecution
Palapye
06.2019 - 06.2023
- Instituted, prepared and conducted serious criminal matters in the Magistrate, High Courts and the Court of Appeal, both summary and indictable; Assisted Forensic Pathologists in inquests and inquiries; Provided advice to the police and other investigative agencies; Directed annual general meetings and any other meetings; Provided an oversight to secretarial duties, particularly in preparation and adoption of minutes for respective meeting; In charge of Performance Improvement Coordination.
Legal Counsel
K. Segabo Attorneys
Palapye
02.2017 - 05.2019
- In charge of the legal department and directly supervising staff members; Provided legal representation, research, counsel and opinion in all areas of law including civil,finance,banking,insurance and business law; Concluded agreements and contracts on behalf of clients;General Litigation; Commissioner of Oaths; Provided oversight to finance and administration department.
Assistant Manager - Legal Services
Mosele Legal Services
Francistown
09.2016 - 01.2017
- In charge of the legal department and directly supervising staff members; Provided legal advice and opinion in all areas of law pertaining to clients at a given time; Drafted lease agreements and contracts; Acted as assistant secretary to the board; Provided legal advice to the board; Commissioner of Oaths.
Legal Counsel
Elijah Attorneys
Francistown
03.2015 - 08.2016
- In charge of the legal department and directly supervising staff members; Provided legal representation, research, counsel and opinion in all areas of law pertaining to clients at a given time; Drafted lease agreements and contracts; General litigation; Commissioner of Oaths.
Attachment
Keoagile & Associates
Palapye
05.2013 - 08.2013
- Provided legal research
- Counsel and opinion in all areas of law pertaining to clients at a given time; Drafted lease agreements and contracts; Drafted pleadings.
Education
LLB - LAW
University of Botswana
Gaborone, Botswana05-2014
Skills
- Handling complex conveyancing and notarial transactions
- Drafting and contract review
- Problem solving
- Team work
- Project management
- Communication
Associations
Member of the Law Society of Botswana
Omang Id
473325810
Driving License
Class B
Workshops And Seminars
- Trial Advocacy, 10/2019, Gaborone, Botswana
- PIC (Performance Improvement Coordination), 12/2020, Palapye, Botswana
Additional Summary
Practicing Attorney,since 2015, Notary Public and Conveyancer, since 2017.
Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB), University of Botswana, 2014.
Naturally, have outstanding English, oral and written skills. Highly presentable and persuasive person with solid experience in drawing and conclusion of sound agreements and contracts.
A team oriented and result driven individual with sound communication skills, managing performance, quality service delivery, building and management of relationships.
Proficient in MS Word, MS Power Point and MS Excel and Internet.
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 08/14/90
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Motswana (Botswana)
- Marital Status: Married
References
- Mr Johane Gabalaolwe, Senior Prosecutions Counsel, Directorate of Public Prosecution, Private Bag F008, Palapye, 73 177 700
- Mrs Katlego Mbulawa, Senior Prosecutions Counsel, Directorate of Public Prosecution, Private Bag F008, Palapye, 72494321/74988092
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Participating in community outreach programs
Languages
English and Setswana
Timeline
Legal Counsel
K. Segabo Attorneys
07.2023 - Current
Prosecutions Counsel
Directorate of Public Prosecution
06.2019 - 06.2023
Legal Counsel
K. Segabo Attorneys
02.2017 - 05.2019
Assistant Manager - Legal Services
Mosele Legal Services
09.2016 - 01.2017
Legal Counsel
Elijah Attorneys
03.2015 - 08.2016
Attachment
Keoagile & Associates
05.2013 - 08.2013
LLB - LAW
University of Botswana
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