Kaluba Mwanza Lokossa
Advocate
Lusaka - Zambia,Lusaka
Summary
Advocate adept at developing positive rapport with clients; presents evidence clearly and practices sound and thorough case analysis techniques.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Legal Associate
Ganje Mhango Company
Lusaka - Zambia, Lusaka
10.2021 - Current
- Communicated with clients and collected information to research cases and prepare settlement offers.
- Drafted motions, petitions and waivers.
- Explained available courses of action and possible repercussions of cases to clients.
- Researched and wrote contracts, agreements and proposals.
- Researched, wrote and filed motions, writs and briefs for each case.
- Advised clients on legal matters such as contracts and title deeds
- Analyzed probable outcomes of cases using knowledge of legal precedents
Legal Associate
Willa Mutofwe
Lusaka - Zambia, Lusaka
02.2020 - 10.2021
- Offered in-house training to company personnel on relevant aspects of law.
- Monitored regulations to keep company up to date with changing laws.
- Researched, wrote and filed motions, writs and briefs for each case.
- Communicated with clients and collected information to research cases and prepare settlement offers.
- Drafted motions, petitions and waivers.
Learner Legal Practitioner
Attorney General Chambers
Lusaka - Zambia, Lusaka
10.2019 - 02.2020
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
English as a Foreign Language Teacher
Mirassou Consulting
Abidjan - Ivory Coast , Abidjan
09.2016 - 03.2017
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
- Assisted department head in establishing daily schedules, curriculum and ESL activities.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student progress.
Candidate Attorney
Macintosh Cross & Farquharson
Pretoria - South Africa, Pretoria
08.2012 - 03.2014
- Developed online, client-facing and internal resources and collated resource content.
- Assisted lawyers with materials preparation for internal and external training events.
- Took meeting notes and compiled paperwork to support department.
- Researched innovative methods of adding value to key client relationships by providing timely material to facilitate frequent interactions with clients.
- Completed research, compiled data and assisted in timely reporting.
- Drafted motions, petitions and waivers.
- Conducted settlement negotiations and trial for property case in counterclaims.
Legal Intern
KIRPAL ATTORNEYS
Pretoria - South Africa, Gauteng
01.2010 - 07.2012
- Organized legal filing system to maximize efficiency.
- Interpreted and relayed legal information in clear format for clients.
- Attended depositions and court proceedings and prepared summaries on cases.
- Analyzed facts and case law to determine possible defenses for clients.
- Created highly researched and articulate legal paperwork such as pleadings, contracts and briefs.
- Assisted with client interviews and took meticulous notes for inclusion in reports.
- Assisted in developing processes to expedite legal procedures.
Education
Certificate in Arbitration - Arbitration
Chartered Institute of Arbitrators - Zambia Branch
Lusaka 09.2022 - 09.2022
ZIALE Legal Practitioners Qualifying Exam / (AHCZ) - Zambian Bar
Zambian Institute of Advanced Legal Education
Lusaka 10.2019 - 11.2020
Bachelor of Law / LLB - LLB
University of South Africa
Pretoria 01.2006 - 11.2011
Skills
Settlement Negotiation
undefinedTimeline
Certificate in Arbitration - Arbitration
Chartered Institute of Arbitrators - Zambia Branch
09.2022 - 09.2022
Legal Associate
Ganje Mhango Company
10.2021 - Current
Legal Associate
Willa Mutofwe
02.2020 - 10.2021
Learner Legal Practitioner
Attorney General Chambers
10.2019 - 02.2020
ZIALE Legal Practitioners Qualifying Exam / (AHCZ) - Zambian Bar
Zambian Institute of Advanced Legal Education
10.2019 - 11.2020
English as a Foreign Language Teacher
Mirassou Consulting
09.2016 - 03.2017
Candidate Attorney
Macintosh Cross & Farquharson
08.2012 - 03.2014
Legal Intern
KIRPAL ATTORNEYS
01.2010 - 07.2012
Bachelor of Law / LLB - LLB
University of South Africa
01.2006 - 11.2011
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