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Niza Nachalwe

Lusaka

Summary

Senior Legal Assistant with solid background in Contracts Management, Corporate Law and Governance, Employment and Labour Laws. Strength in managing complex legal documentation, conducting research and coordinating internal operations to drive case progress. Demonstrated capability in streamlining processes for improved efficiency and accuracy in legal proceedings and successfully contributed to positive outcomes in previous work by facilitating optimal utilization of resources.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Legal Assistant

Lusaka City Council
2018.12 - Current

· Receipt of instructions from clients;

· Drafting and Preparing Court documents such as, Various Originating Processes, Interlocutory Applications, Skeleton Arguments/Submissions, Defence and Counter-Claims, Various Affidavits.

· Filling of Court documents and Legal documents at various Registries such as, The Supreme Court, The Constitutional Court, The Court of Appeal, The High Court, The Magistrates Court, The Industrial Relations Court; The Lands and Deeds Registry; Lusaka City Council;

· Litigation

· Writing Legal Opinions in various matters

· Preparing Letters of Demand

· Preparation of Legal Notices

· Preparation of Case Status Reports

· Conducting research

· Preparing various Contracts

Projects Officer-Hands on Learning Project

Copperbelt Health Education Project
2012.03 - 2018.11
  • Optimized project processes by identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans with well-defined milestones, deliverables, and timelines.
  • Worked closely with vendors to maximize work quality and eliminate rework.
  • Assessed credentials and project history of over 100 youths
  • Coordinated effectively with clients throughout the project lifecycle, from initiation to closure, ensuring satisfaction at every stage.
  • Conducted thorough risk assessments to proactively address potential issues before they escalated into problems.
  • Championed continuous improvement initiatives within the organization to enhance overall operational efficiency across multiple projects.
  • Evaluated post-project outcomes, using lessons learned to inform future project planning activities.
  • Prepared detailed project reports every week.
  • Inspected deliverables at different stages to maintain quality standards.
  • Reviewed project documents and supporting materials.
  • Managed stakeholder expectations through transparent communication and regular progress updates.

Education

Legal Practitioners Qualifying Exam (LPQE)

Zambia Institute of Advanced Legal Education
Lusaka
08.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Law

Zambian Open University
Lusaka, Zambia
08.2014

Social Work

Mulungushi University
Kabwe, Zambia
10.2007

Grade 12 School Certificate

Kalulushi High School
Kalulushi, Zambia
12.2004

Skills

  • Ethics and Professionalism
  • Court filings
  • Microsoft Office
  • Legal Research
  • Legal Drafting
  • Document Review
  • Legal Compliance
  • Proofreading
  • Litigation Support
  • Fast Learner

REFEREES

1. Ms Kabukabu Sikwibele

    Director Legal Services

    Lusaka City Council

    P.O BOX 30077

    Lusaka.

    0977637329


2. Mr. Jonah M. Siwale

    Partner-Chibeluka and Partners

    Kitwe

   0966026346

   Mukope2010@gmail.com


3. Mr. Maxwell B Mainsa

    Company Secretary

    Konkola Copper Mines

    Stand M/1408 Fern Avenue

    P/Bag KCM © 2000

   Chingola

   0971053607

   Maxwell.Mainsa@kcm.co.zm

Timeline

Senior Legal Assistant

Lusaka City Council
2018.12 - Current

Projects Officer-Hands on Learning Project

Copperbelt Health Education Project
2012.03 - 2018.11

Legal Practitioners Qualifying Exam (LPQE)

Zambia Institute of Advanced Legal Education

Bachelor of Arts - Law

Zambian Open University

Social Work

Mulungushi University

Grade 12 School Certificate

Kalulushi High School
Niza Nachalwe