Morenikeji Ebong
Lawyer
Lagos
Summary
An intelligent and proactive Law school graduate well-versed in drafting legal documents, conducting comprehensive research and supporting attorneys throughout all phases of court and out-of-court procedure. I prioritize working alongside colleagues and clients in order to achieve the desired result in a quick and efficient manner. I am keen to source a challenging role in a dynamic firm which will offer early responsibilities, a progressive career path and the opportunity to maximise my potential.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
20
20
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Law School Extern
High Court of the Federal Capital Territory , Apo.
Abuja
04.2022 - 05.2022
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Attended Court hearings, which gave first hand learning experience about the intrinsic aspects of the judicial process.
- Attended depositions and court proceedings and prepared summaries on cases.
Law School Extern
Temple Chambers
Abuja
03.2022 - 04.2022
- Reviewed legal information and proof-read legal documentation for errors.
- Provide input while legal reports were being prepared & while legal opinions were being formed.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
NYSC Legal Assistant
Bank Oki, Oyesanya & Co
Lagos
03.2019 - 03.2020
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Assisted a Senior Lawyer in interviewing & advising clients, where I had to strictly adhere to privacy laws to avert possible information breaches and protect client data.
Hospitality Training Programme
Learn Train Recruit
London
07.2018 - 11.2018
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
- Developed profound organizational skills, as it involved team work spirit real-world evaluation and management of groups of people.
- Developed the ability to work under pressure.
Legal Intern
Bank Oki, Oyesanya & Co
Lagos
08.2016 - 09.2016
- Assisted in conducting extensive research and preparing new legal documents which made me proficient in MS Office and helped developed my research skills.
- Participated in and took notes during meetings.
- Organized legal filing system to maximize efficiency.
Intern
Abiodun Adesanya & Co
Lagos
06.2016 - 07.2016
- Provided clerical support, addressing routine and special requirements.
- Sorted, organized and maintained files.
- Answered and transferred incoming telephone calls, taking messages for various staff members.
- Distributed office supplies and files for staff.
- Developed time management skills by prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines before proceedings.
Waitress
Arc Hospitality Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Billericay
11.2015 - 01.2016
- Applied communication and problem-solving skills to resolve customer complaints and promote their long-term loyalty.
- Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
Intern
AAO Legal LLP
Lagos
06.2015 - 09.2015
- Dealt with enquiries from clients through email, this helped to harness effective communication skills.
- Organized legal filing system to maximise efficiency
- Assisted in basic administrative duties such as typing, filing, scanning, printing, arranging appointments, meetings and taking notes at meeting.
School Work Experience
Clarkson Edu & Co
Lagos
06.2014 - 09.2014
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted in staffing the receptionists' desk, answering calls, taking messages, managing correspondence and keeping the shared office areas organized and functional.
- Receiving clients into the firm enhanced my communication skills.
Education
Professional Diploma in Commercial Management -
London Institute of Business And Management
United Kingdom 10.2022 - 10.2023
Associate - Law
Nigerian Institute of Chartered Arbitrators
Nigeria 04.2022 - 11.2022
Member - Law
Institute of Chartered Mediators And Concillators
Nigeria 01.2022 - 11.2022
Bar Qualifying Programme - Law
Nigerian Law School
Nigeria 02.2021 - 11.2022
Corporate Leadership & People Management Course - Corporate Management
Lead Academy
United Kingdom 12.2020 - 12.2021
Chartered Governance Qualifying Programme - Law
ICSAN
Nigeria 12.2019 - 06.2023
Legal Secretary Diploma - Law
London Institute of Business And Management
United Kingdom 10.2019 - 07.2020
Legal Practice Course - Law
BPP Law School, London
, United Kingdom 01.2018 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Laws -
University of Essex
United Kingdom 10.2014 - 07.2017
International Foundation Program - Law (Pre-Law)
Westerfield College
Lagos, Nigeria 01.2014 - 08.2014
High School Diploma -
Caleb International College
Lagos, Nigeria 09.2007 - 07.2013
Skills
Teambuilding
Accomplishments
-Recently inducted as an Associate of the Nigerian Institute of Chartered Arbitrators of Nigeria in 2022
-Recently inducted as a Member of the Nigerian Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators of Nigeria in 2022
- Received The Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship at the University of Essex, Colchester in 2014.
- Received three Academic Excellence Awards at Caleb International College, Nigeria in year(s) 2012,2013,2014.
- Received an Award as the Best student in International Business Marketing in the year 2014 at Westerfield College, Nigeria.
- Received an Award as the Best student in Foods & Nutrition in the year 2011 at Caleb International College, Nigeria.
Additional Information
- References - Provided on request
Timeline
Professional Diploma in Commercial Management -
London Institute of Business And Management
10.2022 - 10.2023
Law School Extern
High Court of the Federal Capital Territory , Apo.
04.2022 - 05.2022
Associate - Law
Nigerian Institute of Chartered Arbitrators
04.2022 - 11.2022
Law School Extern
Temple Chambers
03.2022 - 04.2022
Member - Law
Institute of Chartered Mediators And Concillators
01.2022 - 11.2022
Bar Qualifying Programme - Law
Nigerian Law School
02.2021 - 11.2022
Corporate Leadership & People Management Course - Corporate Management
Lead Academy
12.2020 - 12.2021
Chartered Governance Qualifying Programme - Law
ICSAN
12.2019 - 06.2023
Legal Secretary Diploma - Law
London Institute of Business And Management
10.2019 - 07.2020
NYSC Legal Assistant
Bank Oki, Oyesanya & Co
03.2019 - 03.2020
Hospitality Training Programme
Learn Train Recruit
07.2018 - 11.2018
Legal Practice Course - Law
BPP Law School, London
01.2018 - 04.2019
Legal Intern
Bank Oki, Oyesanya & Co
08.2016 - 09.2016
Intern
Abiodun Adesanya & Co
06.2016 - 07.2016
Waitress
Arc Hospitality Recruitment Solutions Ltd
11.2015 - 01.2016
Intern
AAO Legal LLP
06.2015 - 09.2015
Bachelor of Laws -
University of Essex
10.2014 - 07.2017
School Work Experience
Clarkson Edu & Co
06.2014 - 09.2014
International Foundation Program - Law (Pre-Law)
Westerfield College
01.2014 - 08.2014
High School Diploma -
Caleb International College
09.2007 - 07.2013
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