MARY MALLYA
PWANI,TANZANIA
Summary
Accomplished legal professional with extensive expertise in family law, property law, and intellectual property laws. Demonstrates proficiency in mediation techniques, dispute resolution strategies, and tactful diplomacy. Adept at drafting legal documents, managing litigation, and utilising legal software. Proven ability to adhere to strict deadlines while preparing cases and advocating for clients. Career goal includes leveraging leadership capacity to enhance client advocacy and case management within a dynamic legal environment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior advocate
HSA ATTORNEYS
PWANI, BAGAMOYO
08.2021 - Current
- Conducted extensive research for improved case preparation.
- Represented clients professionally during court proceedings thereby protecting their interests.
- Worked closely with barristers on complex litigation cases, enhancing overall team performance.
- Analysed intricate details of each case carefully to formulate robust defence strategies.
- Negotiated settlements out of court to save client time and resources.
- Juggled multiple cases simultaneously without compromising attention to detail or client satisfaction.
- Drafted comprehensive legal documents meticulously avoiding potential loopholes.
Advocate
HARLAND ATTORNEYS
Dar Es Salaam, ILALA
01.2019 - 07.2021
- Kept abreast with latest legal developments, maintaining edge in competitive environment.
- Resolved conflicts constructively whilst mediating between parties in dispute resolutions.
- Liaised with colleagues and experts, fostering effective collaboration in complex cases.
- Prepared detailed briefs for barristers, ensuring clear communication of case details.
- Advocated fiercely for client interests during negotiations and court hearings.
- Conducted extensive legal research for case preparation.
- Drafted legal documents to facilitate successful trial proceedings.
- Developed trustful relationships with clients through transparent communication.
Legal officer
HARLAND ATTORNEYS
Dar Es Salaam, ILALA
07.2016 - 12.2018
- Negotiated contracts and agreements with clients, securing beneficial terms for all parties involved.
- Collaborated with diverse teams, fostering a productive working environment.
- Analysed intricate details of cases to develop robust defence strategies.
- Liaised with external solicitors, enhancing inter-agency collaboration and communication.
Legal intern
NATIONAL HOUSING CORPORATION
Dar Es Salaam, KINONDONI
10.2014 - 06.2016
- Coordinated with external counsel on certain cases, facilitated seamless sharing of key information.
- Supervised document review tasks, ensured timely completion of projects.
- Drafted and edited contracts to ensure compliance with current legislation.
- Fostered positive client relationships through effective communication and prompt responses to queries.
- Enhanced understanding of legal procedures by conducting research on relevant case laws.
- Shadowed experienced lawyers during court hearings for practical exposure to litigation processes.
- Reviewed and analysed complex legal documents to assist in dispute resolution cases.
Education
LLM - CORPORATE & COMMERCIAL LAW
UNIVERSITY OF DAR ES SALAAM
DAR ES SALAAM, TANZANIA 11.2024 -
POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN LEGAL PRACTICE - LAW
LAW SCHOOL OF TANZANIA
DAR ES SALAAM,TANZANIA 07.2015 - 06.2016
BACHELOR OF LAWS - LAWS
MZUMBE UNIVERSITY
MBEYA, TANZANIA 10.2011 - 06.2014
Certificate of Higher Education -
ST. MARY GORETI SECONDARY SCHOOL
KILIMANJARO, TANZANIA 05.2009 - 06.2011
CSEE -
ST MARY GORETI SECONDARY SCHOOL
KILIMANJARO, TANZANIA 01.2005 - 10.2008
PRIMARY EDUCATION -
MLIMANI PRIMARY SCHOOL
DAR ES SALAAM, TANZANIA 01.1997 - 10.2004
Skills
- Mediation techniques
- Diplomatic approach
- Family law expertise
- Conveyancing proficiency
- Case analysis
- Property law experience
- Legal software utilisation
- Tort law application
- Intellectual property laws
- Wills and probate handling
- Jurisdiction understanding
- Understanding of court procedures
- Criminal law familiarity
- Leadership capacity
- Contract law knowledge
- Dispute resolution strategies
- Tactful diplomacy
- Case presentation
- Strict deadlines adherence
- Advocacy strategy development
- Drafting legal documents
- Complex problem analysis
- Document drafting
- Case preparation
- Client advocacy
- Electronic filing system management
- Litigation management
- Communication skills
- Customer Service
Languages
English
Fluent
Swahili
Native
Affiliations
- READING BOOKS
- listening to music
- watching movies
Certification
Member of Tanganyika Law Society
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
LLM - CORPORATE & COMMERCIAL LAW
UNIVERSITY OF DAR ES SALAAM
11.2024 -
Senior advocate
HSA ATTORNEYS
08.2021 - Current
Advocate
HARLAND ATTORNEYS
01.2019 - 07.2021
Legal officer
HARLAND ATTORNEYS
07.2016 - 12.2018
POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN LEGAL PRACTICE - LAW
LAW SCHOOL OF TANZANIA
07.2015 - 06.2016
Legal intern
NATIONAL HOUSING CORPORATION
10.2014 - 06.2016
BACHELOR OF LAWS - LAWS
MZUMBE UNIVERSITY
10.2011 - 06.2014
Certificate of Higher Education -
ST. MARY GORETI SECONDARY SCHOOL
05.2009 - 06.2011
CSEE -
ST MARY GORETI SECONDARY SCHOOL
01.2005 - 10.2008
PRIMARY EDUCATION -
MLIMANI PRIMARY SCHOOL
01.1997 - 10.2004
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