Nelly Stella Kaisi
Summary
Seasoned and talented with years of experience in applying exceptional planning and problem-solving abilities toward enhancing business plans and day-to-day activities. Results-driven and resilient in developing teams while improving processes and increasing productivity. Bringing solid understanding of industry trends, excellent communication skills, talent for spotting areas in need of improvement and implementing changes with strategic approach.
Also very well-versed with laws, regulations, commercial litigation, compliance issues and other legal procedures.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
HEAD OF LEGAL & OPERATIONS MANAGER
TECHNOMED COMPANY LIMITED
08.2021 - Current
- Evaluated performance continuously to identify areas in need of improvement and implement strategies to keep team on-track.
- Enforced organizational rules and incorporated policy changes into departments' day-to-day activities.
- Collaborated with department personnel to coordinate multifaceted solutions to emerging problems.
- Managed efficient workflows by creating effective schedules and delegating work based on personnel strengths and knowledge.
- Improved department operations by capturing numerous opportunities to streamline processes and reduce waste.
- Analyzed legal documents and identified pertinent issues for the company.
- Created and finalized contracts and other legal documents for the company
- Minimized risk exposure through careful advice on business operations and strategic plans.
- Filed Annual Returns for the Company and ensured compliance with regulatory provisions.
- Applied and obtained necessary Licenses for the running of the business and ensured their timely renewal
SENIOR ATTORNEY
HALLMARK ATTORNEYS
01.2017 - 12.2021
- Handling various corporate litigation matters on Commercial Law, Tax Law, Banking, Finance and Insurance Law, Employment and Labour disputes
- Securities perfection and enforcement for various clients in Mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar
- Advising and representing different companies in various business and investment related matters, joint ventures, property development Agreements, Mergers and Acquisitions
- Company Secretarial services
- Drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts for various clients
- Draft and review policies for various clients
- NGO's registration and compliance matters
- Organize internal events, meetings and seminars for the Corporate Department
- Supervise a team of other corporate lawyers and prepare monthly reports on the Department's overall performance and pending assignments
- Organize social public events/seminars on behalf of the Firm
- Conduct research and issue Legal Opinions and Advice
- Handling various immigration matters including processing work permits and residence permits for foreign staffs of various clients
- Handling conveyancing and land matters such as land acquisitions, hotel leases and projects, subdivision of Apartments and commercial buildings and registration of transfer of titles in both Mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar
- Handling various tax matters, including tax consultation and litigation on behalf of various clients
- Draft pleadings.
- Researched and interpreted laws, rulings and regulations to advise clients on business and legal transactions.
- Developed strategies and arguments for hearings, trials and appeals.
- Provided legal counsel to clients on diverse business, financial and commercial matters.
SENIOR LEGAL OFFICER
HALLMARK ATTORNEYS
01.2016 - 12.2017
- Draft Mortgage Deeds, Debentures, Deeds of Subordination and preparation of relevant Land Forms in facilitating registration of Mortgages or Transfer of Rights of Occupancy
- Prepare Applications for Notification of Mergers and Acquisitions to be filed at the Fair Competition Commission
- Draft and Review Complex Contracts and Policies
- Registration of Trademarks, Service Marks and Patents
- Assist in registration of new Companies and process relevant licenses for them
- Regulatory compliance check and advise for various clients
- Prepare documents for liquidation process for various clients
- Attend Arbitration proceedings for clients.
- Kept up with and reviewed changes in laws, informed staff of changes and advised appropriate departments on actions to prevent legal issues.
- Reviewed legal publications and performed database searches to identify laws and court decisions relevant to pending cases.
- Composed correspondence and relevant memoranda and accurately transcribed dictation.
LEGAL OFFICER
LAW Consult Advocates
01.2015 - 12.2016
- Draft and Review Contracts and Policies
- Registration of Trademarks, Service Marks and Patents
- Assist in registration of new Companies and process relevant licenses for them
- Conduct research for new cases
- Conveyancing
- Attend Courts and Tribunals.
- Managed and supervised document database to maintain litigation records.
- Kept up with and reviewed changes in laws, informed staff of changes and advised appropriate departments on actions to prevent legal issues.
- Managed calendar for senior attorneys to keep track of appointments and court dates for hearings and trials.
LEGAL DATA RESEARCHER & ANALYST
THE JUDICIARY OF THE UNITED REPUBLIC OF TANZANIA
01.2009 - 12.2015
- Review case files at the High Court of Dar Es Salaam - Main Registry to identify and determine major causes of delay of suits
- Review Judges' performance in dispensing cases and prepare monthly reports on the same
- Identify Law provisions in Civil Procedures Act, Criminal Procedures Act and various other Laws that need to be amended so as to enhance quick delivery of justice and submit a report on such provisions
- Develop strategic plans to reduce case pilling and delays
- Develop a new case-filling system to be introduced in all courts for better record-keeping of cases
- Attend monthly meetings with Judges and supervisors regarding overall performance of the assigned tasks.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice -
Law School of Tanzania
2019
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) -
Tumaini University
2008
Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education -
St. Mary's International School
2002
Certificate of Secondary Education -
Jitegemee Secondary School
1999
Skills
- Computer Literacy: Microsoft Word/ Excel/Power Point/Outlook/Access
- Organization and Administration
- Commercial Litigation Experience
- Legal Interpretation and Adaptation
- Legal Document Preparation
- Legal Research and Review
- Policy Knowledge
- Legal Counseling
- Staff Supervision
- Recruitment and Hiring
- Strategic Planning
- Corporate and Business Legal Issues
Affiliations
- Tanganyika Law Society - member
- East African Law Society - member
- The International Bar Association - member
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Swahili
Proficient
C2
Personal Information
- Gender: Female
- Title: Attorney
- Date of Birth: 10/02/82
- Nationality: Tanzanian
References
Mr. Jovinson Kagirwa, Advocate, Senior Associate & Head of Litigation Department, Hallmark Attorneys, P.O.BOX 13811, DAR ES SALAAM, +255763685702
Mr. Denis E. Lyimo, Managing Partner, LexActo Attorneys, PSSSF House - 6th Floor, DAR ES SALAAM, dennis.lyimo@lexacto.co.tz
Ms. Adeline Saguti, Operations Director, Technomed Company Limited, P.O.BOX 35615, DAR ES SALAAM, asaguti@technomed.co.tz
Hobbies and Interests
- Outdoor activities
- Reading
- Music
- Travelling
Training
Financial Markets Operations and Infrastructure - 12th November, 2020
Timeline
HEAD OF LEGAL & OPERATIONS MANAGER
TECHNOMED COMPANY LIMITED
08.2021 - Current
SENIOR ATTORNEY
HALLMARK ATTORNEYS
01.2017 - 12.2021
SENIOR LEGAL OFFICER
HALLMARK ATTORNEYS
01.2016 - 12.2017
LEGAL OFFICER
LAW Consult Advocates
01.2015 - 12.2016
LEGAL DATA RESEARCHER & ANALYST
THE JUDICIARY OF THE UNITED REPUBLIC OF TANZANIA
01.2009 - 12.2015
Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice -
Law School of Tanzania
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) -
Tumaini University
Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education -
St. Mary's International School
Certificate of Secondary Education -
Jitegemee Secondary School
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