Ifeyinwa Loveth Edeh
Legal Practitioner
Gaborone
Summary
Experienced Head of department , Lecturer and Legal practitioner with over eight years of experience in academic environment . Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving staff and students satisfaction.I seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
7
7
Certifications
Work History
Head of Law and Public Administration Department
Gaborone University College of Law and Professional Studies
Gaborone
2018.01 - Current
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record for students and staff.
- Created semester plans and communicated deadlines to complete academic work on time.
- Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
- Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
- Managed team of employees, overseeing hiring and training
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target on good number of students for graduation and excellent participation in all different sports codes.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to student representative council on elections, students welfare issues and staff issues.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedules of the department and institution at large.
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting of assessments .
- Teach law modules to distance students through online plat form
Legal Practitioner
Obi-Okoye & CO
Enugu
2014.01 - 2017.09
- Analyzed and applied legal principles and performed legal research to support litigation strategy.
- Prepared and reviewed contracts and other legal documents following applicable regulations.
- Presented evidence to defend clients or prosecute defendants in criminal or civil litigation.
- Studied Constitution, statutes and ordinances of quasi-judicial bodies to determine ramifications for cases.
- Interpreted laws, rulings and regulations for individuals and businesses.
- Gathered evidence to formulate defense or initiate legal actions.
- Developed compliance best practices for company.
- Directed and supported staff with business registrations and other legal requirements.
- Collaborated with human resources and outside counsel to protect company from legal claims.
- Advised clients to settle cases in lieu of protracted litigation.
- Used knowledge of legal precedents to analyze probable outcome of cases.
- Prepared and drafted wills, deeds and patent applications.
- Negotiated with opposing groups or individuals to reach resolutions, avoid litigation and accomplish goals of clients.
- Advised clients on legal matter on agency ,tenancy and divorce etc.
- Questioned and cross-examined witnesses throughout course of trials.
- Communicated with clients and collected information to research cases and prepare settlement offers.
- Presented key evidence and exhibits during civil trials.
- Minimized risk exposure through careful advice on business operations and strategic plans.
Law Lecturer
Gaborone University College of Law and Professional Studies
Gaborone
2011.07 - 2016.12
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Mentored undergraduate and graduate students in effective next-steps for education and career preparedness.
- Created and designed quizzes, tests and projects to assess student knowledge.
- Conducted individual research projects to actively contribute to institution's research work.
- Used PowerPoint and Google Classroom technology to give presentations to student classrooms.
- Arranged syllabus, developed schedule and determined reading list for varied courses simultaneously, giving students appropriate time to complete assignments and absorb information.
- Designed and distributed lecture handouts to round out material and increase student understanding.
- Utilized distance learning technology to instruct students remotely.
- Selected and designed lesson plans and curriculum to meet academic objectives.
- Led and prepared lectures for Commercial Law,Labour Law Contract Law and ADR classes.
- Impartially evaluated papers, projects and homework assignments of students, delegating grading to teaching assistants when appropriate.
- Met with students to dispense study and career advice and provide guidance and potential opportunities within chosen field.
- Developed semester outlines and instructional plans for each class session to comply with stated course objectives.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Reviewed program materials and coordinated updates to keep department materials relevant and accurate.
- Guided students in researching, structuring and presenting debate case.
Education
Master of Arts - LAW
Liverpool John Moores University
UK 2021.09 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Law
Council of Legal Education
Nigerian Law School Lagos Campus 2010.04 - 2011.07
Bachelor of Arts - Law
Madonna University
Okija Anambra Nigeria 2004.10 - 2009.09
High School Diploma -
Holy Rosary College
Uwani Enugu 1997.06 - 2003.06
Skills
Understanding of compliance procedures
Certification
Women Leadership Training
Cooking and travelling
Feel so excited cooking both intercontinental and local dishes for family and friends and as well enjoyed taking a long trip drive with friends and family.
Timeline
Master of Arts - LAW
Liverpool John Moores University
2021.09 - Current
Women Leadership Training
2021-08
Certificate of Training the Trainer
2018-08
Head of Law and Public Administration Department
Gaborone University College of Law and Professional Studies
2018.01 - Current
Certificate of Training HSE Level 1
2016-08
Certificate of Training HSE Level 2
2016-08
Certificate of Training HSE Level 3
2016-08
Legal Practitioner
Obi-Okoye & CO
2014.01 - 2017.09
Law Lecturer
Gaborone University College of Law and Professional Studies
2011.07 - 2016.12
Bachelor of Arts - Law
Council of Legal Education
2010.04 - 2011.07
Bachelor of Arts - Law
Madonna University
2004.10 - 2009.09
High School Diploma -
Holy Rosary College
1997.06 - 2003.06
Certificate of Training on Fire Safety & Risk Assessment
Certificate of attendance on Alternative Dispute Resolution
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