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
01.2018 - 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
01.2014 - 09.2017
- 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
07.2011 - 12.2016
- 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 09.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Law
Council of Legal Education
Nigerian Law School Lagos Campus 04.2010 - 07.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Law
Madonna University
Okija Anambra Nigeria 10.2004 - 09.2009
High School Diploma -
Holy Rosary College
Uwani Enugu 06.1997 - 06.2003
Skills
Understanding of compliance procedures
Flexible approach to work
Computer litrate
Investigation and settlement skills
Basic administration ,organisational and communication skills
Team work skills
Diplomatic skills in working with young people
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
09.2021 - Current
Women Leadership Training
08-2021
Certificate of Training the Trainer
08-2018
Head of Law and Public Administration Department
Gaborone University College of Law and Professional Studies
01.2018 - Current
Certificate of Training HSE Level 1
08-2016
Certificate of Training HSE Level 2
08-2016
Certificate of Training HSE Level 3
08-2016
Legal Practitioner
Obi-Okoye & CO
01.2014 - 09.2017
Law Lecturer
Gaborone University College of Law and Professional Studies
07.2011 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Law
Council of Legal Education
04.2010 - 07.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Law
Madonna University
10.2004 - 09.2009
High School Diploma -
Holy Rosary College
06.1997 - 06.2003