James Octavian Temu
Dar Es Salaam
Summary
Astute legal consultant provides legal counsel and support to clients. Skilled in researching and interpreting legal documents, resolving disputes and successfully negotiating settlements. Handles multiple tasks, prioritizes efficiently and meets tight deadlines. Persuasive expert analyzes complex legal issues, formulates legal arguments and provides sound advice on wide range of topics. Adept at navigating legal systems, leveraging resources and communicating with clients. Thorough understanding of precedents and regulations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Consultant
Octavian Advocates & Counselors At Law
03.2021 - Current
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing expert legal advice and guidance on a wide range of topics.
- Streamlined contract review processes for improved efficiency and reduced turnaround time.
- Conducted thorough legal research to inform strategy development and decision-making in complex cases.
- Resolved disputes effectively through mediation, negotiation, or litigation, as appropriate for each situation.
- Drafted comprehensive legal documents including contracts, agreements, and memoranda of understanding for diverse clientele.
- Developed tailored risk mitigation plans to safeguard clients'' interests and minimize potential liabilities.
- Delivered well-structured training sessions on various legal topics to educate clients and colleagues alike.
- Managed caseloads efficiently while maintaining high-quality work standards under tight deadlines.
- Assisted in the due diligence process during mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions to protect clients'' investments.
- Built lasting relationships with clients through effective communication, attentive listening, and proactive problemsolving.
- Mentored junior colleagues to enhance their professional skills, foster collaboration and contribute to overall team success.
- Interpreted laws, rulings and regulations for individuals and businesses.
- Explained available courses of action and possible repercussions of cases to clients.
- Represented clients in court hearings and in negotiations with other parties.
Legal Research Intern
Alliance Insurance Group
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Enhanced legal research skills by utilizing various databases and resources to find relevant case law, statutes, and regulations.
- Assisted attorneys in preparing for trial through thorough fact-checking and verifying accuracy of case information.
- Drafted clear and concise legal memoranda summarizing research findings for use by supervising attorneys.
- Supported litigation team by reviewing documents for relevancy, privilege, and responsiveness during discovery process.
- Increased efficiency of document management systems through effective organization and categorization of digital files.
- Contributed to favorable case outcomes by providing timely and accurate research on critical legal issues.
- Demonstrated excellent attention to detail while proofreading drafted pleadings and correspondence for spelling, grammar, and formatting errors.
- Developed strong professional relationships with colleagues through effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Gained valuable experience in client interaction by assisting attorneys during client meetings and phone conferences.
- Utilized advanced negotiation techniques learned during internship when participating in mock mediation exercises.
- Strengthened knowledge of state-specific civil procedure rules through regular review of court filings and attendance at hearings or trials when permitted.
- Participated actively in brainstorming sessions with attorneys to identify potential strategies for cases or projects under consideration.
- Improved problem-solving abilities by analyzing complex legal scenarios and formulating well-reasoned recommendations.
- Gained exposure to ethical considerations faced by practicing lawyers through discussions and presentations on professional responsibility topics.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Commonwealth Law
Osmania University
Hyderabad India 06.2018
Academic International Secondary School
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania06.2010
High School Diploma -
St Mary's High School
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania10.2007
Skills
- Trial preparation understanding
- Analyzing documentation
- Client Counseling
- Environmental Law
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Legal Advisory
- Immigration Law
- Reviewing literature
REFERENCES
Octavian William Temu
Senior Partner at Octavian and Company
+255 754 270 633
octavian@cats-net.com
K.V.A Krishnan
MD at Alliance Insurance
Timeline
Legal Consultant
Octavian Advocates & Counselors At Law
03.2021 - Current
Legal Research Intern
Alliance Insurance Group
09.2020 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Commonwealth Law
Osmania University
Academic International Secondary School
High School Diploma -
St Mary's High School
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