ANGEL KAMUGISHA
Summary
Dedicated and diligent legal professional actively seeking opportunities to apply and expand my legal expertise in a dynamic and engaging environment. With a solid grounding in legal principles and a keen focus on precision and excellence, I aim to undertake roles that offer substantive responsibilities and foster professional growth. My refined interpersonal skills, strong time management, and analytical problem-solving abilities equip me to navigate complex legal matters effectively. I am committed to contributing my dedication and enthusiasm to a team that values innovation, collaboration, and legal acumen.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Counsel
Tanzania Printing Services Ltd
03.2024 - Current
- Managed legal actions related to debt collection, including the drafting of letters and settlement agreements, and responding to claims.
- Evaluated outstanding debts and determined legal strategies for debt recovery, including litigation and alternative dispute resolution methods.
- Maintained accurate records of debt collection activities, correspondence, and legal proceedings.
- Collaborated with other departments within the company to coordinate debt collection efforts.
- Negotiated with debtors to reach favorable settlements and payment arrangements, maximizing debt recovery while minimizing legal risks and costs.
- Proactively monitored active customers to ensure timely payment of their credit obligations.
- Contributed to litigation efforts by assisting in preparing legal documents, conducting research on relevant laws, and liaising with external legal counsel.
- Collaborated with the internal team to compile relevant documentation, including invoices, contracts, and communication records, to strengthen debt recovery cases.
- Participated as a member of the disciplinary committee on a case-by-case basis, contributing insights to ensure a fair hearing in resolving disputes related to the company.
- Managed case files and documentation, ensuring all relevant information was organized, accessible, and well maintained.
- Negotiated and drafted settlement agreements to resolve litigated cases.
- Provided general legal advice on best practices for compliance, input on business decisions, contract negotiations, and legal strategies for litigation and other legal activities.
- Developed policies for efficient business operations.
Legal Intern
Red Dot Distribution Limited
12.2023 - 02.2024
- Drafting of various legal and non-legal documents
- Assisted in carrying out legal compliance
- Reviewed legal and non-legal documents
- Participated in training sessions to enhance legal skills
- Conducted extensive legal research.
Legal Trainee
Joachim & Jacobs Attorneys
02.2023 - 10.2023
- Drafting of various legal and non-legal documents
- Interview with clients
- Filed Pleadings and other documents in court
- Conveyancing
- Handling of commercial transactions
- Assisting in the drafting and reviewing of contracts and policies inaccordance with all applicable regulations
- Processing of work and resident permit applications
- Attending sessions in Courts and Tribunals for hearings and briefs
- Facilitating Company Incorporations
- Assisting in carrying out legal due diligence
- Carried out legal compliance
- Reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors
- Negotiated with opposing groups or individuals to reach resolutions, avoid litigation, and accomplish goals of clients
- Created and finalized contracts and other legal documents forclients
- Counseled clients on potential outcomes of legal matters.
Public Service Social Security Fund
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information
- Attended and actively participated in weekly legal departmentmeetings
- Observed depositions and court proceedings to prepare case summaries
- Created organized filing system for legal documentation
- Drafting of various legal and non-legal documents
- Filed Pleadings and other documents
- Research and drafting internal memorandums
- Attending court sessions, hearing and briefs
- Sorted, organized, and maintained files.
Mohammed Enterprises (T) Limited, Golden Jubilee
08.2022 - 09.2022
- Preparing Legal Opinions
- Drafting of various legal and non-legal documents Research ofprecedent cases
- Filed Pleadings and other documents to meet strict deadlines
- Attending court sessions, hearing and briefs.
Internship Student
E. J. Mosha & Co Advocates
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
09.2021 - 11.2021
- Preparing Legal Opinions
- Drafting Various documents for different legal purposes
- Research for precedent cases.
Internship Student
E. J. Mosha & Co Advocates
Dar Es Salaam
07.2019 - 09.2019
- Preparing Legal Opinions
- Drafting various documents for different legal purposes
- Research for precedent cases.
Education
Post-Graduate Diploma - Legal Practice
Law School of Tanzania
01.2022
St. Augustine University, Level
Mbezi High School Centre
01.2021
01.2017
Secondary Education -
Barbro Johansson Model Girls'Secondary
01.2014
Primary Level Certificate -
Peninsula English Medium School
01.2010
Skills
- KEY COMPUTER SKILLS
- Word, Excel, Tally, PowerPoint, Internet & Emails
- OTHER SKILLS
- Substantive Knowledge on Lawand Legal Procedures
- Coherent client service
- Presentation skills
- Analytical skills
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Problem solving abilities
- Accurate listening skills
- Proper Time Management
- Fast Learner
- Record Keeping
- Legal File Maintenance
Languages
Swahili
First Language
English
Beginner
A1
Affiliations
- Literature ie writing & reading
- Music
- Swimming
- Cooking
Referees
ELISARIA J. MOSHA
Advocate, E.J Mosha & Co. Advocates
P. O. Box 70462
Dar es Salaam
info@ejmosha.com
+255 784 406 151/ +255 713 406 151/ +255 754 868 566
MONICA PROSPER KOMU
Finance and Practice Manager, Joachim & Jacobs Attorneys,
P. O. Box 3979,
Dar es Salaam
m.komu@joachimandjacobs.c o.tz
+255 769 482 121
INNOCENT JOHN KISIGIRO
Advocate, Rugaimukamu & Kisigiro Advocates
P. O. Box 307, Mwanza
Kisigiro2@gmail.com
+255 716 094 644
DOSCA KEMILEMBE MUTABUZI
Advocate, Mutabuzi and Company Advocates
P. O. Box 5539, Dar es Salaam
Mutabuzi95@gmail.com
+255 754 398 566
Timeline
Legal Counsel
Tanzania Printing Services Ltd
03.2024 - Current
Legal Intern
Red Dot Distribution Limited
12.2023 - 02.2024
Legal Trainee
Joachim & Jacobs Attorneys
02.2023 - 10.2023
Public Service Social Security Fund
09.2022 - 11.2022
Mohammed Enterprises (T) Limited, Golden Jubilee
08.2022 - 09.2022
Internship Student
E. J. Mosha & Co Advocates
09.2021 - 11.2021
Internship Student
E. J. Mosha & Co Advocates
07.2019 - 09.2019
Post-Graduate Diploma - Legal Practice
Law School of Tanzania
St. Augustine University, Level
Mbezi High School Centre
Secondary Education -
Barbro Johansson Model Girls'Secondary
Primary Level Certificate -
Peninsula English Medium School
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