CECILIA KALANNE JAJA
Lawyer
Wales,Swansea
Summary
I am a passionate, focused and self-motivated individual poised to purse a successful career in a dynamic and challenging atmosphere, where my apt initiative, skills and team spirit will be utilized in delivering my roles effectively. I believe in the utilization of natural and certified skills as part of a formidable team to achieve team objectives. I am detail oriented with an ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities in a busy environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Legal Adviser
Niger Delta Development Commission
Port Harcourt, Rivers State
03.2023 - Current
- ·Advise and support the Managing Director on legal matters related to the commission's business operations, contacts, and regulatory compliance of the commission.
- Provide legal opinions and analysis on complex legal issues and potential risks to guide decision-making processes.
- Conduct legal research to stay abreast of changes in the laws commission and regulations impacting the commission’s operations and industry.
- Guaranteed ethical, risk-based decision-making through independent challenge and questioning.
- Carried out ad hoc monitoring and oversight activities in support of compliance reviews.
Legal Associate
AAA Chambers
IKOYI, LAGOS
07.2022 - 03.2023
- Drafted and reviewed various contracts and agreements for clients across various industries, Asset/Shares Sale & Purchase Agreements Shareholder Agreements, Website Development Agreements, Software Licensing Agreement
- Investment Agreements, Share Trust Deeds, Service Level Agreements, and Memorandum of Understanding
- Prepared various highly researched and articulated legal documents such as; pleadings contracts and other court processes
- Drafted and reviewed resolutions for various corporate matters including share transfers, asset purchases, dividend declarations, change of directors/officers, and annual returns
- Provided legal representation for individuals and corporate clients in various Superior Courts of Record and Tribunals on various matters
- Structured deals and transactions to provide clients with commercially viable solutions in support of their objectives.
- Proofread documents to finalize changes before signing contracts.
- Interviewed and advised clients regarding legal procedures for case.
Trainee Associate
AAA Chambers
IKOYI, LAGOS
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Engaged in corporate service including registration of companies, business names and incorporated trustees, fillings, annual returns and other Post Incorporation documents etc
- Drafting and reviewing legal documentation, including term sheets, loan agreements, common terms agreements, as well as other documentation in relation to transactions
- Exploring and arranging the possibility of an out of Court settlement through all parties' parley or Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
- Maintaining database of all pending litigations involving the Bank/ Client in a schedule, reviewed and updated from time to time
- Drafted and reviewed legal documents such as demand letters, Power of Attorney
- Drafting and reviewing Court processes
- Drafting and reviewing E-Business Agreements
- Conducted searches at the Corporate Affairs Commission, State and Federal Land Registries, Probate Registry as well as Court Registries
Legal Intern
Principle Law Partnership
Port Harcourt, Rivers State
11.2019 - 01.2020
- Drafting and reviewing Contracts
- Conferred with Clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information
- Attended deposition and Court proceedings and prepared summaries on case
- Sorted and organized materials such as physical files, tracking spreadsheets, and reports
- Performed legal research and drafted letters
- Shadowed lawyers to understand workloads, case management, and network development.
- Participated in training events, meetings, and briefings.
Education
B.L - at Law) Law
Nigerian Law School
2021
LL. B (Bachelor of Laws) - Law
Rivers State University, Port Harcourt
2019
Senior School Certificate - undefined
Christian Council College
2014
Skills
- Strong ability to conduct legal research and prepare Court processes and letters
- Proficient in Windows/Mac and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Efficient Multi-Tasker
- Proficiency in leveraging AI (GPT-4, ChatGPT)
- Excellent English/Spanish communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work flexibly and meet deadlines
- Effective Presentation and Negotiation Skills
- Team player with the ability to also work independently
Affiliations
Member, Nigerian Bar Association
Languages
English
Fluent
Spanish
Elementary
References
To be furnished on request
Timeline
Legal Adviser
Niger Delta Development Commission
03.2023 - Current
Legal Associate
AAA Chambers
07.2022 - 03.2023
Trainee Associate
AAA Chambers
07.2021 - 07.2022
Legal Intern
Principle Law Partnership
11.2019 - 01.2020
B.L - at Law) Law
Nigerian Law School
LL. B (Bachelor of Laws) - Law
Rivers State University, Port Harcourt
Senior School Certificate - undefined
Christian Council College
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