MISOZI BESA BWEUPE
Chingola
Summary
With 10 years of work experience, I have honed my skills as an Advocate of the High Court for Zambia, dedicating seven years to practicing law. Throughout my career, I have gained a deep understanding of legal procedures and regulations, enabling me to effectively represent clients in various legal matters. My expertise lies in providing sound legal advice, conducting thorough research, and presenting compelling arguments in court. Committed to upholding the principles of justice and ensuring the best possible outcomes for clients.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Company Secretary and Legal Counsel
Mulonga Water Supply and Sanitation Company
12.2023 - Current
- Board Secretarial duties managing and coordinating board meetings
- Principal Legal adviser of the Company managing legal risk and creation of legal policy
- Drafting Court documents
- Convenes and take minutes at Board meetings providing guidance on Board procedure when required and thereafter prepares and produces minutes for approval by Board Chairman before circulating them to Board Members
- Prepares Agenda for the Board Meeting upon holding consultations with Managing Director and Board members
- Provides legal and Board secretariat services to safeguard the company's interests and ensure the effective conduct of Board business
- Provides timely secretariat services to the Board Committees to facilitate Board business and ensure adherence to the principles of good governance
- Contract Management and Supplier Payment Management
- Enhanced corporate governance by implementing efficient board meeting procedures and documentation practices.
- Facilitated efficient collaboration among board members by coordinating meeting schedules, agendas, and materials in advance.
- Reduced legal risks by proactively monitoring changes in laws and regulations applicable to the company''s operations.
- Safeguarded company interests by drafting clear, legally sound contracts and agreements for various business transactions.
- Coordinated seamless annual general meetings by meticulously organizing logistical details, preparing necessary documentation, and communicating effectively with stakeholders.
- Supported management decision-making processes with thorough research and analysis of relevant industry trends and regulations.
- Prevented potential legal disputes through effective conflict resolution techniques such as mediation or arbitration.
- Created and maintained detailed administrative processes and procedures to drive efficiency and accuracy.
- Participated in policy discussions to help shape legislative proposals affecting the company''s industry from a legal perspective.
- Conducted internal investigations into alleged misconduct or violations of company policies, ensuring appropriate corrective action was taken when necessary.
- Managed outside counsel effectively, controlling costs while ensuring high-quality representation in specialized areas of law.
- Researched, wrote and filed motions, writs and briefs for each case.
- Communicated with clients and collected information to research cases and prepare settlement offers.
- Advised senior management on employment law matters to reduce the potential for disputes and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
- Continually sought methods for improving daily operations, communications with clients, recordkeeping, and data entry for increased efficiency.
- Coordinated efforts among legal team members to ensure a consistent and collaborative approach to handling company-wide legal issues.
- Drafted clear and concise contracts that protected the company''s interests while facilitating successful business transactions.
- Negotiated advantageous settlement agreements, avoiding costly litigation and preserving important business relationships.
- Streamlined contract review process, resulting in reduced turnaround times and increased efficiency.
In-House Counsel
Local Government Service Commission
01.2021 - 12.2023
- Head of Department overseeing twenty five employees
- Manages and undertakes timely presentation of litigation in order to safeguard the local authority’s interest
- Oversees the timely processing of land applications in order to facilitate allocation and recommendation to Ministry of Lands to ensure sustainable development
- Resolved successfully numerous disputes in all the Local Authorities served to avoid litigation
- Oversees effectively the maintenance of the Deeds Register in order to facilitate property ownership including successful completion of numerous conveyancing transactions
- Improved the issuance of business licences in order to effectively regulate the compliance of businesses
- Effectively managed the preparation and execution of contracts including Build Operate and Transfer Contracts for the Ndola City Council and Livingstone City Council
- Supervise and undertake efficiently the implementation of performance management systems in order to facilitate improvement of officers’ performance in the Legal Department
- Supervise and undertake the human, financial and material resources in order to sustain the operations of the department
- Render legal advice to the Registrar and line management on the law
- Effectively manage the legal expenses to ensure payments are made on schedule
- Provides effective legal services to ensure the institution operates within the law and to protect its interests
- Undertakes periodically the conduct of research on legal issues in order to formulate legal opinions and facilitate decision making
- Supported company''s compliance function by providing continuous guidance and ensuring adherence to relevant laws and regulations.
- Reduced company''s legal risks by conducting thorough contract reviews and negotiations.
- Streamlined internal processes for increased efficiency in handling legal matters, such as contract drafting and review.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry-specific regulations to ensure the company remained compliant at all times.
- Assisted HR department in managing employee relations issues by providing sound legal advice and guidance.
- Negotiated favorable settlements in disputes, minimizing financial impact on the company while preserving valuable business relationships.
In-House Counsel
Kitwe City Council
02.2020 - 08.2020
- Conducted research and analysis of specific legal questions and advised the Institution on variety of legal areas including but not limited to Civil matters, Business Licensing, Employment Law, Contract Review.
- Assessed claims filed against or on behalf of the Institution and worked with external counsel and management to define and implement strategy.
In-House Counsel
Lusaka City Council
07.2018 - 01.2020
- Attending to civil litigation matters of the Local Authority and drafting periodical Litigation reports
- Provide legal opinions and advise management on decisions affecting day to day operations
- Drafting Sub Committee reports for approval in full council
- Manage a team of 10 Senior and Junior Legal Assistants in day to day operations of the Department
- Managed complex caseloads with diligence, prioritizing tasks to ensure timely resolution of cases.
- Improved client satisfaction by offering clear, understandable legal advice and maintaining open lines of communication.
- Developed comprehensive compliance programs to minimize potential legal risks and ensure adherence to relevant regulations.
- Conducted legal research and conferred with colleagues with subject matter expertise to develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
- Served as liaison between the organization and regulatory agencies during audits or inquiries regarding compliance matters.
- Managed outside counsel effectively, controlling costs while ensuring high-quality representation in specialized areas of law.
- Assisted with applications and collected required paperwork to help individuals register for supportive services.
Senior Legal Assistant
Lusaka City Council
05.2014 - 08.2017
- Streamlined communication between attorneys and clients through diligent management of correspondence and scheduling.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information while handling a high volume of client data across multiple practice areas.
- Expedited resolution of routine issues with opposing counsel or court staff through professional communication skills both written and verbal.
- Supported trial preparation efforts with comprehensive witness interviews, exhibit organization, and attendance at pretrial conferences.
- Assisted in securing favorable settlements by conducting thorough legal research and providing attorney support during negotiations.
- Reduced case backlog by prioritizing tasks and maintaining organized case files for easy access by attorneys.
Learner Legal Practitioner
Lewis Nathan Advocates-Capital Markets and Finance Division
08.2012 - 08.2013
- Established compliance matrix for Zambia Sugar to ensure full compliance to all relevant legislation and regulations
- Reviewed and analyzed large volumes of discovery material for relevant information supporting case theories or defenses.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, legal developments, and legislative changes for effective representation of clients'' interests.
- Prepared and reviewed contracts and other legal documents following applicable regulations.
- Analyzed and applied legal principles and performed legal research to support litigation strategy.
- Used knowledge of legal precedents to analyze probable outcome of cases.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma in Legislative Drafting -
Zambia Institute of Advanced Legal Education
03.2023
Post graduate Law Practice Certificate -
Zambia Institute of Advanced Legal Education
06.2017
Bachelor of Laws Degree -
Cavendish University Zambia
01.2012
GCSE -
David Kaunda National Technical High School
01.2006
Grade 9 Certificate -
St. Marys Secondary School
01.2003
Grade 7 Certificate -
Sacred Heart of Jesus Primary School
01.2001
Skills
- Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite Applications
- Legal drafting
- Knowledge of business and management principles
- Strategic planning
- Budget and resource allocation
- Leadership technique
- Coordination of people and resources
- Strong leadership skills
- Strong communication skills
- Planning
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Organisational skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Business Regulatory Review
- Impact Assessment
- Compliance for regulatory agencies
- Business Licensing and regulation
- Preparation of board papers
- Preparation of meeting schedules
- Employee relations
- Document management
- Due diligence
- Legal compliance
- Stakeholder communication
- Contract review
- Meeting management
- Corporate governance
- Regulatory filings
- Minute taking
- Business ethics
- Corporate secretarial practice
- Statutory registers maintenance
- Board administration
- Document drafting
- Calendar management
- Meeting facilitation
- Multitasking and time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Fast learner
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Verbal and written communication
- Document and file management
- Microsoft office
Affiliations
Law Association of Zambia (LAZ)
Timeline
Company Secretary and Legal Counsel
Mulonga Water Supply and Sanitation Company
12.2023 - Current
In-House Counsel
Local Government Service Commission
01.2021 - 12.2023
In-House Counsel
Kitwe City Council
02.2020 - 08.2020
In-House Counsel
Lusaka City Council
07.2018 - 01.2020
Senior Legal Assistant
Lusaka City Council
05.2014 - 08.2017
Learner Legal Practitioner
Lewis Nathan Advocates-Capital Markets and Finance Division
08.2012 - 08.2013
Postgraduate Diploma in Legislative Drafting -
Zambia Institute of Advanced Legal Education
Post graduate Law Practice Certificate -
Zambia Institute of Advanced Legal Education
Bachelor of Laws Degree -
Cavendish University Zambia
GCSE -
David Kaunda National Technical High School
Grade 9 Certificate -
St. Marys Secondary School
Grade 7 Certificate -
Sacred Heart of Jesus Primary School
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