DORINDA ACHIRI
BARRISTER AT LAW
CERTIFICATIONS AND TRAINING
• Certificate of Call to bar
• Corporate Affairs Commission (Accredited Agent)
• Institute of Chartered Mediators and conciliators
LANGUAGES
• English
• French
PERSONAL SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
• MS – Office
• Commercial Law
• Mental Health Awareness
• Legal Research
• Community Outreach
• Effective Communication
• Data Confidentiality
• Correspondence Writing
• Analytical Thinking
• Teamwork and Collaboration
VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES
• TY Danjuma Foundation
• Family Rebuilders Outreach
• Pro Health International
PERSONAL SUMMARY
Forward-thinking Executive Support and Legal Professional with 6+ years’ experience providing high-level administrative, analytical, and operational support to senior leadership. Strong research, communication, and coordination abilities with a proven record of improving organisational processes, managing confidential information, supporting executive decision-making, and driving cross-functional collaboration.
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor of Law (LL.B)
University of Buea, South West Region, Cameroon 2012 – 2015
Master of Law (LL.M)
Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Kaduna State-
Barrister at Law (B.L)
Nigerian Law School, Kano State-
CAREER HISTORY
SPECIALIZED PROCUREMENT AUDIT LIMITED.
Legal & case support officer
Jun 2024 - present
Duties:
• Manage and process assigned legal matters in line with company and client service level agreements.
• Conduct detailed legal and factual research to support case strategies, including matters involving accident claims and civil disputes.
• Support internal projects aimed at improving service delivery, workflow efficiency, and legal documentation processes
• Assist in the preparation of case files, legal documentation, and settlement packages for review by counsel.
• Provide operational and administrative support to senior management, ensuring compliance with internal procedures and legal requirements.
Beatrice Anachuna Consultants and Solicitors.
Legal Associate
March 2023 - May 2024
Duties:
◦ Assisted in the preparation and management of litigation files involving personal injury claims, civil disputes, and human rights violations
◦ Collected and analyzed client information and support evidence to prepare settlement demand packages and case documentations.
◦ Maintained regular communication with clients, insurance adjusters, and opposing counsels to facilitate case progress.
◦ Conducted legal research and prepared legal opinions to support ongoing litigation.
◦ Handled Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) registrations for Companies and businesses
Divine Chambers, FCT Abuja, Nigeria Associate Lawyer.
September 2022- March 2023
Duties
◦ Reviewed and compiled monitoring reports, projects progress reports, evaluation reports, case studies to update and maintain in project data base
◦ Draft court processes and arguments
◦ Negotiated contractual agreements on behalf of Ten
(10) different clients
◦ Attend meetings with or on behalf of clients
◦ Represented Banks in garnishee proceedings
Sama Chambers, Bamenda, Cameroon
Legal Intern June 2010 – October 2011
Duties
•Analyzed law sources, including statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, constitutions, and legal codes.
•Effectively managed legal research processes and prepared due diligence and summary reports to support case needs.
•Improved workflow and operations by performing diverse administrative responsibilities necessary for trial preparation.
•Interviewed and consulted with clients and legal professionals to define and document case details.
•Observed privacy laws to prevent information breaches and protect client data.
REFERENCES- Available on request