Lindiwe Phiri

• Reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors.
• Sorted legal documents, filing and case materials in clear, orderly systems.
• Performed legal and general research, drafting memoranda, and correspondence.
• Attended depositions and court proceedings and prepared summaries on cases.
• Assisted in developing processes to expedite legal procedures.
• Analyzed facts and case law to determine possible defenses for clients.
• Drafted, received and tracked due diligence checklists.
• Summarized deposition transcripts and case materials for senior review.
• Prepared accurate pleadings, motions and briefs for review by partner attorneys.
• Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.
• Attended court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings.
• Researched and analyzed legal issues and cases to provide accurate advice to clients.
• Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
• Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.

• Developed compliance best practices for company.
• Conducted and oversaw disciplinary case hearings
• Participated in policy formulation and interpretation
• Drafted, reviewed and negotiated contracts, collective bargaining agreements with employee Unions and other legal documents to support client needs.
• Provided legal assistance to staff in areas of employment law, private insurance, and social security insurance as well as with in-house directives
• Assumed responsibility for various legal dossiers and followed up on these
• Ensured efficient implementation of policies and various employee entitlements such as; Medical scheme updates, employee membership to trade unions, and the general welfare of employees
• Coordinated employment offers with management and extended offers to selected candidates
• Improved office efficiency by effectively managing internal communications and correspondence
• Coordinated the implementation of people-related services, policies, and programs through departmental staff
• Acted as a staff member advocate, encouraging and supporting employees to identify and resolve conflicts

● Drafted employment contracts and ensured company documentation and policies are compliant with current existing State Laws

● Reviewed existing policies and procedures to make recommendations for enhancing work productivity, recruitment, hiring processes, and talent management

● Reviewed and confirmed that final paid hours corresponded with timesheets and state laws

● Liaised between management and employees to deliver conflict resolution, alleviate problems, and interpret compensation and benefits policies

● Partnered with senior leadership to establish and develop corporate and HR policies and procedures

● Advocated for staff members and counsel supervisors to identify and resolve conflicts.

• Prepared and drafted correspondence and legal forms to maintain smooth communications.
• Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
• Worked alongside the Council Secretary and town Clerk, administrative assistants and the human resources department on complex cases and legal processes.
• Responded to client inquiries to provide accurate legal advice and offer assistance.
• Conducted legal research, compiled and organized evidence and identified relevant legal articles and statutes to use for legal proceedings.
• Monitored changes in relevant laws to stay abreast of procedures and provide legal updates to clients.

• Approached strangers and interacted in natural conversation with goal of developing brand loyalty.
• Engaged, educated, and befriended customers to deliver amazing shopping experience.
• Increased brand awareness through event marketing, demonstrations, sales, and brand promotion.
• Showed understanding of customer's personal style and preferences when offering product advice.
• Designed, filled, and arranged eye-catching product floorsets to increase sales.
• Collaborated with local field sales to promote brand awareness and sales results.
• Reviewed and implemented new company initiatives and executed product activations.
• Introduced field recruiting at industry events to attract new workers and customers.