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GODFREY  MARTIN SILAYO

GODFREY MARTIN SILAYO

DAR ES SALAAM,TANZANIA

Summary

Results-driven professional with extensive experience in litigation. Solid track record of success in representing clients in court and achieving positive outcomes. Strong understanding of legal procedures, evidence and courtroom procedures. Skilled in building strong relationships with clients and providing exceptional customer service. Dedicated individual with background in legal research and analysis. Skilled in oral advocacy and negotiation. Strong understanding of legal procedures and regulations. Seeking advocate position to utilise experience and skills to positively impact clients in need. Dedicated advocacy professional with experience representing clients from diverse backgrounds. Educates and guides individuals using expert knowledge in up-to-date legal rights and entitlements. Proactive and adaptable to meet evolving case demands. Aspiring advocate with academic background in law and passion for justice. Possesses understanding of legal theory and principles. Skilled in legal research, analysis and writing. Looking for opportunity to gain hands-on experience and develop skills in advocacy field. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

ADVOCATE

GODAN & CO. ADVOCATES
DAR ES SALAAM, TANZANIA
03.2012 - Current
  • Provided professional oral and written advocacy for [Type] clients.
  • Used knowledge of relevant national and local legislation and policy to enable client to communicate and seek resolutions to raised issues.
  • Maintained knowledge of disclosure requirements for continued compliance.
  • Assessed personalised client situations to make relevant casework referrals.
  • Monitored updates in legal frameworks to offer complete client guidance.
  • Performed thorough risk assessments to deliver appropriate client care.
  • Secured and presented evidence supporting client cases.
  • Wrote comprehensive and articulate reports, letters and emails on behalf of client.
  • Supported clients in distressing situations with high emotional resilience.
  • Attended meetings with client and negotiated with agencies on behalf of client.
  • Facilitated holistic care programmes tailored to individual needs.
  • Managed high-volume client caseloads with careful planning and organisation.
  • Worked with multi-skilled team of advocates delivering direct advocacy support to variety of clients in range of settings.
  • Provided focused and timely advocacy support to meet agreed upon targets and timescales.
  • Established and prioritised client needs and risks, developing and delivering individual support and risk management plans in partnership with other agencies.

Night Auditor

IMPALA HOTEL LIMITED
ARUSHA, TANZANIA
11.2002 - 07.2023
  • Investigated auditing discrepancies by reconciling cash drop and credit card transactions.
  • Identified and corrected discrepancies in guest billing and booking transactions, preventing $ 20,000 USD loss.
  • Performed nightly updates to room charges and rates.
  • Balanced hotel accounts and resolved discrepancies.
  • Oversaw night auditing duties, including verification of daily room occupancy and hotel revenue.
  • Documented accounts and logs throughout shift to keep up with all requirements.
  • Efficiently resolved guest complaints and ensured that issues were addressed promptly.
  • Responded to telephone, email and in-person enquiries regarding reservations, hotel information and guest concerns.
  • Checked requests and room service for accuracy and any needed assistance.
  • Completed late check-ins and directed guests to rooms and facilities.
  • Provided hotel guests with information on the property, including the casino, gift shop, restaurants, pool/spa and fitness centre.

LEGAL OFFICER

D'SOUZA & COMPANY ADVOCATES
ARUSHA, TANZANIA
10.2008 - 10.2011
  • Facilitated communication between government agencies, citizens and businesses.
  • Consulted interested parties and specific stakeholders to gather information for new policies and updates.
  • Presented reports to interested groups or stakeholders and fielded questions.
  • Encouraged dialogue about policy changes, leveraging information to better target initiatives and serve identified needs.
  • Developed threat and risk assessments with ranked response options.
  • Oversaw implementation of new policies and adapted plans to meet overall objectives.

Education

BACHELOR OF LAWS - LAWS

MZUMBE UNIVERSITY, TANZANIA

POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN LEGAL PRACTICE - LEGAL PRACTICE

LAW SCHOOL OF TANZANIA, DAR ES SALAAM, TANZANIA

Skills

  • Mortgage priority litigation
  • Reviewing contracts
  • Litigation management
  • Commercial real estate
  • Estate planning
  • Trademark infringement
  • Intellectual property
  • Court procedures
  • Oral argument
  • Arbitrating disputes

Languages

English
Fluent
Swahili
Fluent

Timeline

ADVOCATE - GODAN & CO. ADVOCATES
03.2012 - Current
LEGAL OFFICER - D'SOUZA & COMPANY ADVOCATES
10.2008 - 10.2011
Night Auditor - IMPALA HOTEL LIMITED
11.2002 - 07.2023
MZUMBE UNIVERSITY - BACHELOR OF LAWS, LAWS
LAW SCHOOL OF TANZANIA - POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN LEGAL PRACTICE, LEGAL PRACTICE
GODFREY MARTIN SILAYO