JAIYEOLA SOWEMIMO
LAWYER
LAGOS
Summary
Results-driven Lawyer with [Number] years of experience advising clients in [Area of expertise]. Proficient in drafting legal documents, negotiating settlements and [Action]. Poised and dedicated professional with proven to thrive in complex and detail-oriented industry. Persuasive [Job Title] with strong background in [Area of expertise]. Passionately represented clients while positioning for minimal risk and positive resolutions. Proven success in delivering advantageous results in [Number]% of cases. Attorney adept at predicting arguments of opposing council and addressing important concerns or questions. Proven courtroom success trying [Type] and [Type] cases. Over [Number] years of experience in [Type] law. Attorney adept at developing positive rapport with clients. Presents evidence clearly and practices sound and thorough case analysis techniques.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Lawyer and Solicitor
Jaiyeola Sowemimo & Associates
Lagos
03.2017 - Current
- Prepared and reviewed contracts and other legal documents following applicable regulations.
- Analyzed and applied legal principles and performed legal research to support litigation strategy.
- Monitored state and federal regulations to keep company up to date with changing laws.
- Studied Constitution, statutes and ordinances of quasi-judicial bodies to determine ramifications for cases.
- Advised clients to settle cases in lieu of protracted litigation.
- Interpreted laws, rulings and regulations for individuals and businesses.
- Evaluated findings and developed strategies and arguments in preparation for case presentations.
- Gathered evidence to formulate defense or initiate legal actions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Law
London School of Economics And Political Science
London, England United, Great Britain 09.1988 - 08.1991
LL.M - Maritime Studies
University of Southampton
Southampton, Great Britain 09.1992 - 08.1993
Skills
Written and verbal communication
Personable and approachable
Drafting memoranda
Phone and email etiquette
Cooking, Baking
I can cook a variety of dishes ranging from English Cuisine, Italian Cuisine, Spanish Cuisine, Nigerian Cuisine and I have tried my hand at Chinese Cuisine. I bake cakes, Savoury and Sweet pastries and Cookies.
Timeline
Lawyer and Solicitor
Jaiyeola Sowemimo & Associates
03.2017 - Current
LL.M - Maritime Studies
University of Southampton
09.1992 - 08.1993
Bachelor of Arts - Law
London School of Economics And Political Science
09.1988 - 08.1991