Accomplishing a Masters's degree in Law
TUMO MOLELEKWA
Attorney
RAMOTSWA
Summary
Knowledgeable Legislative Drafter Attorney with solid understanding of litigation documentation, client relationship building and court procedures. Eager to support legal team with research, documentation and investigative skills. Results-driven professional skilled in researching legal case information and preparing necessary correspondence with strong understanding of legal terminology and processes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior State Counsel in Legislative Drafting
Attorney General's Office
09.2018 - Current
- Enhanced reputation of State Counsel''s office through professional conduct, diligent work ethic, and commitment to providing quality legal representation.
- Provided expert testimony at legislative hearings to inform policy decisions affecting state operations.
- Assisted in drafting new legislation or amendments to existing statutes that furthered state policy objectives while adhering to constitutional requirements.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, and case law to ensure accurate advice was provided to clients.
- Analyzed legal documents and identified pertinent issues for clients.
- Drafted clear and concise briefs, memoranda, and other legal documents that effectively communicated complex legal issues
State Counsel Intern
Attorney General's Office
01.2018 - 08.2018
- Developed strong professional relationships with opposing counsel to facilitate productive negotiations and dispute resolution.
- Ensured timely communication with clients regarding case updates, strategy decisions, and potential risks or benefits of litigation.
- Drafted clear and concise briefs, memoranda, and other legal documents that effectively communicated complex legal issues.
- Secured favorable outcomes for clients through thorough research, preparation, and persuasive argumentation.
- Enhanced the reputation of the State Counsel''s office through professional conduct, diligent work ethic, and commitment to providing quality legal representation.
- Analyzed legal documents and identified pertinent issues for clients.
LEGAL INTERN AT THE HIGH COURT OF APPEAL
3 2015 - 6 2015
- Research on legal matters (both civil and criminal) and render legal opinions
- Attending and assisting in preparation of court sessions.
- Performed legal and general research, drafting memoranda, and correspondence
- Supported the legal team in document review processes, identifying critical information pertinent to ongoing cases
- Conducted extensive legal research for complex cases, resulting in favorable settlements
- Reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors
- Attended depositions and court proceedings and prepared summaries on cases
- Maintained strict confidentiality with sensitive information related to client matters; preserving trust between the firm and its clients
- Analyzed statutes and regulations relevant to specific cases; providing additional context necessary for successful arguments
- Assessed case dockets to prepare and provide appropriate legal advice
INTERN AT MOZAMBIQUE VISAO GLOBAL PARAVIDA
05.2013 - 07.2013
- Legal advisor at the community centre
- The scope of the job included inter alia; provision of learner support to women and children (some with disabilities) by assisting them with a proper understanding of their rights as well as literature searches and scribing legal information.
MEMBER OF THE LAW REPORTING COMMITTEE AT THE HIGH COURT OF APPEAL
10.2011 - 12.2011
- Reading, analyzing and selecting cases for the law reports 2012 and 2013
- Rendering opinions and recommendations on complex legal cases.
Education
Bachelor of Law - Laws
University of Botswana
Botswana 08.2011 - 08.2016
Diploma in Law - Law (Pre-Law)
University of Botswana
Botswana 09.2009 - 05.2011
High School Diploma -
John Mackenzie High School(IGCSE)
Francistown, Botswana 05.2006 - 05.2007
Skills
Confident with the use of- Microsoft office (excel, word, PowerPoint)
Good communication skills, which provides a platform of dealing with my colleagues in whatever environment I am exposed to and making sure that personal information of individuals more especially clients remains confidential
I’m quick at learning new skills and information and adaptable to diverse situations
Legal researh and analysis
Analytical
Teamwork
Attention to detal
Time management
Surname
MOLELEKWA
Place Of Birth
RAMOTSWA
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 12/01/87
- Gender: FEMALE
References
- N. Mothoka, Legislative Drafting Division, Attorney General's Chambers, nmothoka@gov.bw, (+267) 7318675
- Dr Jimcall Pfumorodze, Department Of Law, University of Botswana, Jimcall.pfumorodzemopipi.ub.bw, (+267) 3550000, (+267) 76647591
- Dr R.J.V Cole, University of Botswana, rjvcole@yahoo.co.uk (+265) 989704830/ +267 71459570
Training
- Cooperate Governance
- Structured training in Ethics
- Microsoft Word Advance Training
Interests
Timeline
Senior State Counsel in Legislative Drafting
Attorney General's Office
09.2018 - Current
State Counsel Intern
Attorney General's Office
01.2018 - 08.2018
INTERN AT MOZAMBIQUE VISAO GLOBAL PARAVIDA
05.2013 - 07.2013
MEMBER OF THE LAW REPORTING COMMITTEE AT THE HIGH COURT OF APPEAL
10.2011 - 12.2011
Bachelor of Law - Laws
University of Botswana
08.2011 - 08.2016
Diploma in Law - Law (Pre-Law)
University of Botswana
09.2009 - 05.2011
High School Diploma -
John Mackenzie High School(IGCSE)
05.2006 - 05.2007
LEGAL INTERN AT THE HIGH COURT OF APPEAL
3 2015 - 6 2015