ONYEKACHI CHRISTIAN NWAIWU
Ibeshe
Summary
To leverage my commitment to service, excellence and passion for successful outcomes as a budding lawyer, I aspire to collaborate across diverse spheres, fostering and thriving in a cohesive team environment and diligently executing my duties to enhance organizational productivity.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Officer
Hasal Microfinance Bank
09.2024 - Current
- Provided legal support in the development and execution of strategic partnerships, joint ventures, and other collaborative arrangements.
- Conducted comprehensive research to support legal proceedings, formulate defenses and initiate legal action.
- Successfully represented the company in administrative hearings before regulatory agencies, securing favorable outcomes in contested proceedings.
- Drafted and reviewed a wide range of legal documents to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Streamlined contract review process, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced turnaround time.
Civil Litigator
BEN OGBAMBGA AND SOLICITORS (IMMUNITY CHAMBER)
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Fostered strong relationships with opposing counsel, promoting professionalism and civility throughout the litigation process.
- Negotiated advantageous settlements for clients, avoiding costly and time-consuming trials.
- Achieved favorable outcomes by effectively representing clients in various civil litigation matters.
- Assisted junior associates with professional development through mentoring activities, enhancing overall team performance within the firm.
- Streamlined case management processes for improved efficiency and costeffectiveness.
- Effectively managed heavy caseloads while maintaining a high level of attention to detail and performance quality.
Legal Extern
PUNUKA ATTORNEYS & SOLICITORS
04.2022 - 06.2022
- Observed and recorded Court proceedings
- Partook in client interview and counselling sessions
- Drafted Court processes and legal documents including: Deeds, Motions, Written Address
Corporate Affairs and Sustainability
NIGERIAN BOTTLING COMPANY
02.2021 - 11.2021
- Oversaw logistics to ensure the proper dissemination of products to the right destination
- Participated in Corporate Social Responsibility activities as a representative of the Company
- Attended stakeholder meetings as a representative of the Company
- Resolved complaints as a customer call center representative
- Processed and recorded dockets for stakeholders and staff
Sales Executive
CUSTODIAN LIFE ASSURANCE LTD
01.2020 - 02.2020
- Active participant in the Marketing Department of the Organization
- Enlightened and sourced for Prospective clients
- Addressed protection, savings and retirement needs of customers
- Provided short term insurance solutions through direct offering
Business Promoter
OPAY
10.2019 - 12.2019
- Improved Marketing campaigns and strategies
- Follow up on new leads and referrals
- Advertisement, installation of Apps for customers and registration of Opay Riders
National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)
MINISTRY OF JUSTICE
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Office Assistant
- Sorted case files for the State counsel
- Coordinated Research on Evidence and facts finding for State Counsels
Adhoc Staff (Assistant Presiding Officer)
INDEPENDENT NATIONAL ELECTORAL COMMISSION (INEC)
03.2019 - 04.2019
- Authentication and education of voters on the need and how to cast votes
- Participated in the collation of the 2019 elections
Teacher
ACHIEVERS MODEL COLLEGE
01.2016 - 01.2017
- English and Literature teacher
- House Master / Sport Master at the School Hostel
Education
Barrister-at-Law (B.L) -
Nigerian Law School
01.2023
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) -
University of Ibadan
Ibadan, Oyo State01.2016
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Presentation skills
- Microsoft Word
- Legal Research
- Drafting
- Flexibility
- Adaptability
- Complex task handling
- Attention to detail
- Competent in dealing with letters
- Competent in dealing with mails
- Competent in dealing with phone calls
- Competent in dealing with telephone queries
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Travelling
- Football
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Igbo
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hausa
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Legal Officer
Hasal Microfinance Bank
09.2024 - Current
Civil Litigator
BEN OGBAMBGA AND SOLICITORS (IMMUNITY CHAMBER)
06.2024 - 09.2024
Legal Extern
PUNUKA ATTORNEYS & SOLICITORS
04.2022 - 06.2022
Corporate Affairs and Sustainability
NIGERIAN BOTTLING COMPANY
02.2021 - 11.2021
Sales Executive
CUSTODIAN LIFE ASSURANCE LTD
01.2020 - 02.2020
Business Promoter
OPAY
10.2019 - 12.2019
Adhoc Staff (Assistant Presiding Officer)
INDEPENDENT NATIONAL ELECTORAL COMMISSION (INEC)
03.2019 - 04.2019
National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)
MINISTRY OF JUSTICE
08.2018 - 07.2019
Teacher
ACHIEVERS MODEL COLLEGE
01.2016 - 01.2017
Barrister-at-Law (B.L) -
Nigerian Law School
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) -
University of Ibadan
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