Bernard Stephen
Lusaka
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Lawyer
Mwamba & Milan Advocates
Lusaka, Zambia
09.2023 - Current
- Conducted research on relevant laws, regulations, and court decisions.
- Analyzed complex legal issues and provided advice to clients.
- Represented clients in court proceedings by examining witnesses and presenting evidence.
- Drafted pleadings for use in court proceedings.
- Negotiated settlements of civil disputes between parties.
- Prepared cases for trial by researching case law and preparing arguments.
- Counseled clients on various matters related to their legal rights and obligations.
- Developed strategies to resolve complicated legal issues for clients.
- Filed appeals with appellate courts when necessary to protect a client's interests.
- Attended hearings in order to present evidence or make arguments before judges.
- Regularly updated clients on progress made towards resolution of their cases.
- Negotiated with opposing parties to remedy disputes.
- Maintained current knowledge of laws to provide clarification on legal concerns.
- Used in-depth knowledge of legal precedents to analyze probable outcomes of cases.
Associate Lawyer
Simeza Sangwa & Associates
Lusaka, Zambia
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Drafted pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
- Reviewed contracts for accuracy and compliance with applicable laws.
- Appeared in court on behalf of clients to present arguments and evidence.
- Evaluated the strengths and weaknesses of client's cases.
- Assisted partners in preparing appeals when necessary.
- Conducted legal research and analysis to draft legal opinions, studies and reports.
Trainee Lawyer
Simeza Sangwa & Associates
Lusaka, Zambia
10.2020 - 03.2023
- Reviewed legal documents and identified relevant information to support case preparation.
- Conducted legal research on various topics and drafted memorandums summarizing findings.
- Organized files, exhibits, pleadings and other materials in preparation for court proceedings.
- Assisted attorneys with trial preparation by organizing evidence, researching facts, locating witnesses.
- Provided administrative assistance such as scheduling appointments or maintaining calendars.
- Observed trials in order to gain a better understanding of courtroom procedures.
- Developed strategies for handling difficult legal matters based on research findings.
- Attended depositions with attorneys to take notes regarding witness testimony.
- Conducted in-depth research in order to write effective proposals, agreements, and contracts.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Law
The University of Zambia
Lusaka01-2020
High School Diploma -
Kabwe Secondary School
Kabwe01-2014
Skills
- Case interpretation
- Mediation
- Legal writing
- Legal counseling
- Risk Assessment
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Key client relationships
- Case Management
- Professionalism
- Prepare case strategies
- Oral debate
- Public Speaking
- Dispute arbitration
- Critical Thinking
- Legal Research
- Appeals management
- Document filing
- Efficient researcher
- Judicial procedures
Languages
English
First Language
Certification
- DLA Piper Certificate
Timeline
Associate Lawyer
Mwamba & Milan Advocates
09.2023 - Current
Associate Lawyer
Simeza Sangwa & Associates
03.2023 - 09.2023
Trainee Lawyer
Simeza Sangwa & Associates
10.2020 - 03.2023
- DLA Piper Certificate
Bachelor of Arts - Law
The University of Zambia
High School Diploma -
Kabwe Secondary School