Austin Shaba
Dar Es Salaam
Summary
Ambitious Lawyer with extensive experience in wide variety of
disciplines with emphasis in law. Providing corporate advocacy to meet
and exceed organizational plans. Exercised discretion in handling
confidential matters. Apart from that I am also an expert lawyer
specializing in law especially Corporate, Intellectual Property, FinTech,
Mining and Banking law with exemplary record of works. I am also an
expertise in oral argument, case research and legal counseling. I am
Hardworking andreliable with strong ability in offering highly organized,
proactive and punctual with team- oriented mentality.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Intellectual Property and Cooperate Lawyer
Breakthrough Attorneys
Dar es Salaam
09.2022 - Current
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Drafted agreements, contracts and other legal documents.
- Negotiated with opposing groups or individuals to reach resolutions, avoid litigation and accomplish goals of clients.
- Represented and advised clients on legal areas.
- Advised clients to settle cases in lieu of protracted litigation.
- Monitored regulations to keep Firm up to date with changing laws.
- Examined, researched and interpreted laws.
- Conducted due diligence investigations and reporting to present legal opinions for clients.
- Directed and supported different companies with business registrations and other legal requirements.
- Developed compliance best practices for Firm.
- Offered in-house training to the Firm's personnel on relevant aspects of law.
- Analyzed and applied legal principles and performed legal research to support litigation strategy.
- Prepared and reviewed contracts and other legal documents following applicable regulations.
Intellectual Property and Cooperate Lawyer
Clyde & Co
Dar es Salaam
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Drafted agreements, contracts and other legal documents.
- Negotiated with opposing groups or individuals to reach resolutions, avoid litigation and accomplish goals of clients.
- Represented and advised clients on legal areas.
- Advised clients to settle cases in lieu of protracted litigation.
- Monitored regulations to keep Firm up to date with changing laws.
- Examined, researched and interpreted laws.
- Conducted due diligence investigations and reporting to present legal opinions for clients.
- Directed and supported different companies with business registrations and other legal requirements.
- Developed compliance best practices for Firm.
- Offered in-house training to the Firm's personnel on relevant aspects of law.
- Analyzed and applied legal principles and performed legal research to support litigation strategy.
- Prepared and reviewed contracts and other legal documents following applicable regulations.
Intellectual Property and Cooperate Lawyer
ABC Attorneys
Dar es Salaam
03.2019 - 12.2021
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Drafted agreements, contracts and other legal documents.
- Negotiated with opposing groups or individuals to reach resolutions, avoid litigation and accomplish goals of clients.
- Represented and advised clients on legal areas.
- Advised clients to settle cases in lieu of protracted litigation.
- Monitored regulations to keep Firm up to date with changing laws.
- Examined, researched and interpreted laws.
- Conducted due diligence investigations and reporting to present legal opinions for clients.
- Directed and supported different companies with business registrations and other legal requirements.
- Developed compliance best practices for Firm.
- Offered in-house training to the Firm's personnel on relevant aspects of law.
- Analyzed and applied legal principles and performed legal research to support litigation strategy.
- Prepared and reviewed contracts and other legal documents following applicable regulations.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Served customers and followed outlined steps of service.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
Legal Assistant
Ministry of Land, Housing and Human Settlements Development
Dar es Salaam
12.2018 - 02.2019
- Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality and extreme discretion.
- Developed positive working relationship with courts, clients, law enforcement members and attorneys.
- Completed electronic filings, initiated billing statements and managed firm administrative matters.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread legislation drafts for proper grammar, spelling, punctuation and formatting.
- Conducted blue-sky research in support of legal initiatives.
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions and other important dates.
- Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
Cooperate Lawyer
MSL Attorneys
Dar es Salaam
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Drafted agreements, contracts and other legal documents.
- Negotiated with opposing groups or individuals to reach resolutions, avoid litigation and accomplish goals of clients.
- Represented and advised clients on legal areas.
- Advised clients to settle cases in lieu of protracted litigation.
- Monitored regulations to keep Firm up to date with changing laws.
- Examined, researched and interpreted laws.
- Conducted due diligence investigations and reporting to present legal opinions for clients.
- Directed and supported different companies with business registrations and other legal requirements.
- Developed compliance best practices for Firm.
- Offered in-house training to the Firm's personnel on relevant aspects of law.
- Analyzed and applied legal principles and performed legal research to support litigation strategy.
- Prepared and reviewed contracts and other legal documents following applicable regulations.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Served customers and followed outlined steps of service.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
Court Intern to the Hon Judge
The High Court of the United Republic of Tanzania (Commercial Divison)
Dar es Salaam
08.2017 - 11.2017
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
- Examined legal documents submitted to courts for adherence to laws and court procedures.
- Marked and preserved exhibits introduced into evidence in court proceedings.
- Met with judges, lawyers and police officials to coordinate functions of court.
- Drafted professional court correspondence to facilitate.
Cooperate Lawyer
Asyla Attorneys
Dar es Salaam
07.2016 - 08.2017
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Drafted agreements, contracts and other legal documents.
- Negotiated with opposing groups or individuals to reach resolutions, avoid litigation and accomplish goals of clients.
- Represented and advised clients on legal areas.
- Advised clients to settle cases in lieu of protracted litigation.
- Monitored regulations to keep Firm up to date with changing laws.
- Examined, researched and interpreted laws.
- Conducted due diligence investigations and reporting to present legal opinions for clients.
- Directed and supported different companies with business registrations and other legal requirements.
- Developed compliance best practices for Firm.
- Offered in-house training to the Firm's personnel on relevant aspects of law.
- Analyzed and applied legal principles and performed legal research to support litigation strategy.
- Prepared and reviewed contracts and other legal documents following applicable regulations.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Served customers and followed outlined steps of service.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
Legal Intern
Asyla Attorneys
Dar es Salaam
07.2015 - 10.2015
- Reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors.
- Organized legal filing system to maximize efficiency.
- Performed legal and general research, drafting memoranda and correspondence.
- Attended depositions and court proceedings and prepared summaries on cases.
- Scanned, converted and organized records into electronic format with consistent naming convention.
- Prepared written correspondence for attorneys.
- Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
- Participated in and took notes during meetings.
- Created highly researched and articulate legal paperwork such as pleadings, contracts and briefs.
- Answered questions from management and presented information effectively.
- Took part in meetings both internal and at clients' locations.
- Coordinated trial exhibits by organizing materials, writing documentation and preparing digital materials and displays.
- Provided assistance on compliance projects.
- Adhered to privacy laws to avert possible information breaches and protect client data.
- Assisted with client interviews and took meticulous notes for inclusion in reports.
- Worked closely with legal, sales and management departments.
- Drafted correspondence and documentation and disseminated materials to appropriate parties.
Consultant Intern
Quincewood
Dar es Salaam
09.2013 - 07.2014
- Tracked detailed hours and expenses for each project.
- Delivered outstanding service to clients to maintain and extend relationship for future business opportunities.
- Liaised with customers, management and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
- Authored detailed work plans to meet business priorities and deadlines.
- Supported clients with business analysis, documentation and data modeling.
- Developed service plans in consultation with clients, and performed follow-ups assessing quantity and quality of services.
- Tracked costs and expenses to compare with original budget and identify failure points.
- Boosted success of client's organization by improving performance, motivation, job satisfaction, hiring practices, training programs and management systems.
- Took detailed notes and kept records of program and performance progress, education initiatives and leadership.
- Initiated success of client's organization by improving performance, hiring practices and management systems.
- Updated stakeholders on key milestones for projects.
- Saved considerable costs by renegotiating outsourcing contracts.
- Improved client sales by automating system e-commerce feature.
- Collected, arranged and input information into database system.
- Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
- Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
- Supported creation of detailed, technical financial models to value potential acquisition targets.
Program Leader
Tanzania Youth Alliance
Dar es Salaam
10.2010 - 05.2013
- Collaborated with development teams, internal customers and product line management to verify delivery of desired quality requirements to distributors.
- Verified parts and materials through audit inspections and independent checks.
- Implemented well-received activities and events.
- Modernized instructional plans and educational approaches to enhance student learning.
- Upheld sound financial principles to keep program operating within budget levels, maximizing resource utilization while minimizing costs.
- Established and optimized program schedules to cover planned needs while capitalizing on opportunities to improve student learning.
- Supervised childcare workers and oversaw facility to meet state requirements for education and training.
- Oversaw safety requirements, inspection and certification procedures to facilitate annual licensing review.
- Attended professional meetings and conferences to maintain and improve professional competence.
- Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
- Collaborated on strategies to enhance student learning and behavior alongside parents and teaching staff.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice - Law
The Law School of Tanzania
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania12.2022
Bachelor of Law (LLB) - Law
Tumaini University Makumira
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania11.2016
High School Diploma -
St Joseph Cathedral High School
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania02.2013
Certificate of Secondary School Education - Arts Subjects
St Joseph Millennium Secondary School
Dar Es Salaam10.2010
Primary Certificate - Primary Education
Kwanza International School
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania11.2006
Skills
- Flexible and Adaptable
- G-Suite
- Self-Motivated
- Decision-Making
- Interpersonal Communication
- Organization and Time Management
- Written Communication
- Multitasking Abilities
- Active Listening
- MS Office
- Teambuilding
- Data Entry
- Excellent Communication
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- PPE Compliance
- Planning and Coordination
- Dependable and Responsible
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-Solving
Languages
Swahili
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Watching football, basketball, reading, socializing, hiking
Doing these activities allows me not only to meet up with potential clients, but also allows me to build a strong network.
Timeline
Intellectual Property and Cooperate Lawyer
Breakthrough Attorneys
09.2022 - Current
Intellectual Property and Cooperate Lawyer
Clyde & Co
01.2022 - 04.2022
Intellectual Property and Cooperate Lawyer
ABC Attorneys
03.2019 - 12.2021
Legal Assistant
Ministry of Land, Housing and Human Settlements Development
12.2018 - 02.2019
Cooperate Lawyer
MSL Attorneys
01.2018 - 05.2018
Court Intern to the Hon Judge
The High Court of the United Republic of Tanzania (Commercial Divison)
08.2017 - 11.2017
Cooperate Lawyer
Asyla Attorneys
07.2016 - 08.2017
Legal Intern
Asyla Attorneys
07.2015 - 10.2015
Consultant Intern
Quincewood
09.2013 - 07.2014
Program Leader
Tanzania Youth Alliance
10.2010 - 05.2013
Post Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice - Law
The Law School of Tanzania
Bachelor of Law (LLB) - Law
Tumaini University Makumira
High School Diploma -
St Joseph Cathedral High School
Certificate of Secondary School Education - Arts Subjects
St Joseph Millennium Secondary School
Primary Certificate - Primary Education
Kwanza International School
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