EMEKA-UKAEGBU NWAKAEGO REJOICE
Nigerian| 10 Durban Street, Wuse 2, Abuja| -
Email-Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/rejoiceemeh
SUMMARY
● Highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Assistant/Paralegal with 7 years of experience
providing comprehensive legal support to attorneys.
● Skilled in legal research, document preparation, case management, and client
communication. Proficient in utilizing legal databases and case management software to
streamline workflow and ensure accuracy.
● Committed to delivering exceptional service and contributing to successful legal outcomes.
EDUCATION
Nigerian Law School, Yola Campus
BL:Barrister at Law
November 2015- September 2016
Abia State University, Uturu
LLB: Bachelor of Law
October, 2009 - October 2014
ALX Virtual Assistant Program
June 2021- August 2021
WORK EXPERIENCE
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
October 2023- May 2024
The Grant Law Firm USA- (Remote)
● Conduct comprehensive legal research to support case preparation, including reviewing
statutes, regulations, and case law.
● Draft, review, and revise a variety of legal documents, including pleadings, motions,
briefs, and contracts.
● Manage client communications, including initial consultations, follow-ups, and updates on
case status.
● Coordinate with clients to gather necessary documents and information, ensuring timely
and accurate submissions.
● Prepare and file legal documents with courts and other agencies, ensuring compliance
with procedural requirements and deadlines.
● Assist attorneys in all aspects of case preparation and trial, including organizing
evidence, exhibits, and witness materials.
● Schedule and coordinate appointments, meetings, and court dates, managing calendars
to avoid conflicts and ensure efficient workflow.
● Maintain detailed case files and databases, ensuring all records are up-to-date and easily
accessible.
Senior Counsel
September, 2021- October 2023
Specter & Ashburn Solicitors- Wuse 2, Abuja
● Represented clients at Uwais dispute resolution center (Abuja multi-door court house) to
negotiate and resolve contract disputes.
● Represented and advised Clients in civil cases such as property disputes, contract
disputes and divorce cases
● Negotiated with opposing groups or individuals to reach resolutions, avoid litigation and
reach 100% client satisfaction meeting goals
● Researched Laws and gathered evidence to develop strategies and arguments for over
30+ cases
● Obtained judgements in High courts, Federal high courts, court of appeal and Supreme
court for clients by presenting case facts, precedents and legal nuance
● Drafted resolutions, prepared and filed annual returns and other incorporation documents
on behalf of the company
Litigation Counsel
November, 2017- August 2021
Lynks Solicitors- Wuse 2, Abuja
● Represented and advised Clients in civil cases such as property disputes, contract
disputes and divorce cases
● Negotiated with opposing groups or individuals to reach resolutions, avoid litigation and
reach 100% client satisfaction meeting goals
● Researched Laws and gathered evidence to develop strategies and arguments for over
25+ cases
● Won cases by presenting case facts, precedents and legal nuance
Legal Adviser/Administrative Officer
October, 2016 - 0ctober, 2017
Kola Olayode & Partners- Maitama, Abuja
● Gave legal advice on lease,sale and management of properties
● Facilitated the documentation and sale of some properties
● Attended meeting for and on behalf of the company
● Drafted resolutions, prepared and filed annual returns and other incorporation documents
on behalf of the company
● Skillfully managed administrative duties including taking minutes of meetings,preparing
notice of meetings and agenda, managing confidential information, conflict resolution
Law Graduate Intern
November, 2014- October 2015
J.R Nduka & Co(Rock Chambers)- Anambra
● Researched and analyzed legal cases, statutes, regulations and other sources of law to
provide information for use in developing arguments or defenses in support of the
Company’s Clients
● Assisted attorneys by conducting internet searches using various search engines such as
Law pavilion, Google scholars etc, locating articles that may be helpful in preparing cases
● Organized and maintained attorney diaries and files by copying documents from incoming
boxes onto file folders organized by client name and maintained electronic records
through database entry.
● Provided general office assistance such as photocopying materials, filing court processes
in court, maintaining conference rooming and library, email and phone support
● Attended Over 40 depositions and court proceedings, prepared summaries on each case
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Community Development Service
July, 2014 Street Law
Program- Isuikwuato, Abia State
● Created awareness within the rural areas of Isuikwuato on their constitutional rights and
Privileges
● Enlighted the rural dwellers on the steps to take when their rights are being trampled on
● Taught the rural women on the need for formal education
● Conducted Legal Counseling and advises to the rural dwellers
SKILLS
Industrial Knowledge: Legal advocacy, research, legal Writing,
Technical Skills: Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Data entry, Project coordination, email
management, Appointment setting and Scheduling, Lead Generation, Customer relation
management, Social Media Management, data and file management, internet research,
preparing presentation, typing, editing and proofreading, Transcribing, travel and hotel booking
Soft Skill: Communication, Attention to details, critical thinking, organizational skills, ability to
stay calm under pressure, Resourceful, Problem solving, Time management, Multitasking,
adaptability, Ability to work under pressure, result oriented
LANGUAGE: English- Expert
Igbo- Native
CERTIFICATION: BACHELOR OF LAWS(LLB), BARRISTER AT LAW (BL), ALX VIRTUAL
ASSISTANT PROGRAM CERTIFICATE
