EMMANUEL NWATU
Weston-Super-Mare,England
Summary
Astute professional in the areas of law, health, research and project management with years of experience managing high-volume client caseloads. Adapting extensive legal and research knowledge to meet specific subject requirements. Meticulous and rigorous in research, project management and case analysis to deliver positive client outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Legal Associate
Law Forte
Abuja, Nigeria
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Conducted client-interview and case analysis on high-profile matters.
- Advised executives and corporations regarding legal rights, opportunities, and obligations in multiple contracts.
- Conducted legal research and reviewed transactions to ensure maximum benefit to high-profile clients.
- Carried on extensive research and opinion writing in matters relating to public interest.
- Drafted and renewed agreements on a weekly basis for licensing, trademark, distribution, supply, and advertising.
- Brought in new clients for the firm through an effective public relations strategy.
- Represented high net worth individuals and corporations in high-profile cases at various court levels.
- Negotiated with opposing parties to avoid litigation and reach speedy resolutions.
- Achieved an 85% settlement rate by mediating over 20+ matters.
- Developed a negotiation strategy for the law firm that has proven 98% success rate.
- Single highhandedly delivered on five high court matters and one appeal court matter to judgment.
- Attained dexterity in legal drafting and research.
- Communicated effectively with 10+ clients on a weekly basis.
- Worked with a team of Senior Advocate in drafting appellants brief of Argument on behalf of the 36 states of Nigeria against the Attorney General of Federation in a high-profile case.
- Helped over 15+ clients to save negotiation cost by 16%.
- Drafted wills and tax planning documents for clients.
- Disbursed funds and tax liabilities settlements for clients.
- Corresponded with barristers regarding cases going to court.
- Scheduled appointments with clients to discuss progress of case.
- Trained and provided guidance to junior solicitors and paralegals.
Legal Intern
Eze Dimude & Eze
Enugu, Nigeria
09.2019 - 01.2020
- Shadowed lawyers to understand workloads, case management and network development.
- Phoned clients to understand potential legal issues and obtain relevant information.
- Supported compliance processes linked to data protection, company registration, tax returns and licensing.
- Adapted to different roles to provide crucial cover in staff absences.
- Formulated briefs, motions and complaints following instructions of lawyer.
- Drafted legal research and generated self-help materials for clients.
Public Relations Officer
Nigerian Institute of Chattered Arbitrators
Enugu, Nigeria
07.2018 - 08.2018
- Designed and distributed promotional marketing materials to advertise upcoming public relations events.
- Developed holistic strategies across earned and owned channels.
- Undertook research for and presented new business proposals to potential customers.
- Wrote and edited in-house articles, case studies and annual reports.
- Networked continuously to grow contacts and increase brand awareness and reputation.
- Collaborated with marketing team to create innovative strategies for optimised campaign results.
Education
Master of Law - Health Law & Society
University of Bristol
Bristol 09.2022 -
Project Management Professional - Project Management
University of Washington
United States of America 02.2022 - 05.2022
Qualifying Certificate - Law
Nigerian Law School
Nigeria 02.2020 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Law - Law
University of Nigeria
Nigeria 10.2014 - 07.2019
Skills
- Arbitrating disputes
- Skilled mediator
- Project Management
- Health care law knowledge
- Primary authority research
- Outstanding public speaker
- Westlaw expertise
- Case interpretation
- Commercial real estate
- Exceptional negotiator
- Legal drafting
- Outstanding client care
- Legal Compliance Assessor
- Leadership
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Business Law
- Critical Thinking
- Research Expert
- Critical Analysis
- Data Analysis
Timeline
Master of Law - Health Law & Society
University of Bristol
09.2022 -
Project Management Professional - Project Management
University of Washington
02.2022 - 05.2022
Legal Associate
Law Forte
01.2022 - 09.2022
Qualifying Certificate - Law
Nigerian Law School
02.2020 - 03.2021
Legal Intern
Eze Dimude & Eze
09.2019 - 01.2020
Public Relations Officer
Nigerian Institute of Chattered Arbitrators
07.2018 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Law - Law
University of Nigeria
10.2014 - 07.2019
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