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FOLASADE AANUOLUWA OLAYANJU
Lawyer
Lagos,
Summary
Astute legal practitioner provides legal counsel and support to clients. Skilled in researching and interpreting legal documents, resolving disputes and successfully negotiating settlements. Handles multiple tasks and prioritizes efficiently.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Legal Associate
Idowu Sofola & Co.
Lagos
01.2023 - Current
- Researched, wrote and filed motions, writs and briefs for each case.
- Communicated with clients and collected information to research cases and prepare settlement offers.
- Explained available courses of action and possible repercussions of cases to clients.
- Counseled clients on potential outcomes of legal matters.
- Prepared and filed pleadings, motions and other legal documents in court proceedings.
- Analyzed legal documents and identified pertinent issues for clients.
- Interviewed witnesses and gathered public record research relevant to each case.
- Interpreted laws, rulings and regulations for individuals and businesses.
- Represented clients in court hearings and in negotiations with other parties.
Regulatory and Compliance Officer (Remote)
Afridext Integrated Services LLC
Ohio
09.2022 - Current
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Drafted incorporation and legal documents.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Graduate Intern
Olujimi & Akeredolu
Ibadan
01.2020 - 03.2023
- Reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors.
- Attended depositions and court proceedings and prepared summaries on cases.
- Sorted legal documents, filing and case materials in clear, orderly systems.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
Corporate Legal Intern
Harlem Solicitors
Ibadan
10.2020 - 12.2020
- Performed legal and general research, drafting memoranda, and correspondence.
- Analyzed facts and case law to determine possible defenses for clients.
- Analyzed legal documents and identified pertinent issues for clients.
- Reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors.
- Organized legal filing system to maximize efficiency.
- Wrote an article on "The Impact of Intellectual Property on Covid-19 vaccination.
- Did a video lecture on "Remedial Obligations for Environmental Protection on Telecommunication".
Campus Ambassador
Fela Durotoye Company
Ile-Ife
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Utilized websites and social media to promote campus life, events and opportunities.
- Developed marketing efforts such as posters and social media ads to encourage student participation for campus events.
- Gave tour logistics and monetary support to campus office teams to exceed metric goals.
- Facilitated student group discussions to stimulate insights and gather resources to help facilitate program success.
- Created and executed targeted PR campaigns to raise awareness of organization and initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) - Law
Obafemi Awolowo University
Ile-Ife, Nigeria 05.2015 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Laws (BL) - Law
Nigerian Law School
Enugu Campus, Nigeria 11.2021 - 12.2022
Skills
Commercial litigation experience
Dispute arbitration
Efficient researcher
Corporate transactions
Software
Certification
Certified Mediator and Conciliator
Timeline
Legal Associate
Idowu Sofola & Co.
01.2023 - Current
Regulatory and Compliance Officer (Remote)
Afridext Integrated Services LLC
09.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Laws (BL) - Law
Nigerian Law School
11.2021 - 12.2022
Corporate Legal Intern
Harlem Solicitors
10.2020 - 12.2020
Graduate Intern
Olujimi & Akeredolu
01.2020 - 03.2023
Campus Ambassador
Fela Durotoye Company
08.2017 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) - Law
Obafemi Awolowo University
05.2015 - 12.2019