Emma Meyer
@emmameyer
Dedicated associate attorney passionate about social justice and legal support.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated and driven associate attorney with a strong passion for social justice and a commitment to delivering high-quality legal support. Motivated by a deep sense of purpose and a desire to serve clients with integrity, I bring a proactive, goal-oriented mindset to every challenge. My strong academic foundation and eagerness to learn continually fuels my pursuit of building a strong practice.
Throughout my career, I have gained extensive experience in various legal departments, including public law, general litigation, labour law, and corporate commercial law. I have successfully managed complex legal processes, conducted in-depth research, and drafted essential legal documents. My role at Strauss Daly Attorneys has allowed me to enhance my skills in client communication and social media marketing, further strengthening my ability to serve clients effectively.
I thrive in dynamic environments and approach each task with resilience, adaptability, and a relentless commitment to professional growth. I am eager to continue developing my legal expertise and contribute positively to the field of law.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Admitted Attorney
Strauss Daly Attorneys
Feb 2025 - Present (4 months)
Managed end-to-end Nedbank and FNB bond cancellation processes, ensuring compliance with legal and financial procedures. Reviewed and assisted with the preparation and verification of transfer and bond documents to ensure accuracy and legal sufficiency. Led the firm's social media marketing strategy and oversaw direct marketing initiatives to enhance brand visibility and strengthen community relat
Candidate Attorney
Herold Gie Attorneys
Jan 2023 - Jan 2025 (2 years)
Gained comprehensive legal experience across multiple departments including Public Law, General Litigation, Labour Law, Conveyancing, Foreclosures, and Corporate Commercial. Drafted diverse legal documents, conducted in-depth legal research, and managed court-related tasks while maintaining direct client communication. Participated in significant governance investigations and assisted with various
Legal Intern
Jurgens Bekker Attorneys
Apr 2022 - Jul 2022 (3 months)
Drafted combined summons and assisted with court visits to the Master’s Office, High Court, and Magistrates’ Court. Certified documents, served legal notices, and managed filing and administrative duties. Gained practical knowledge of trust registration processes.
Legal Intern
Smith Tabata Attorneys
Jun 2022 - Jun 2022 (0 months)
Drafted various legal documents including combined summonses, default judgment applications, and particulars of claim. Prepared applications to compel discovery and attended East London Magistrate’s Court to observe court etiquette and procedures. Gained exposure to medico-legal cases and expert evidence within the public health sector.
Legal Assistant
Advocate Nazreen Bawa & Webber Wentzel
Feb 2022 - Feb 2022 (0 months)
Provided administrative support for an arbitration matter, ensuring efficient handling of case documentation. Drafted a legal memorandum, contributing to the case's legal analysis. Gained practical insight into arbitration procedures and the collaborative dynamics between counsel and attorneys.
Legal Intern
Women’s Legal Centre
Nov 2021 - Feb 2022 (3 months)
Supported litigation preparation by organizing and cross-referencing documentation for multi-party matters. Contacted NGOs and the Department of Health for outreach and information-gathering, facilitating community engagement. Participated in marketing and distribution of legal resources to partner institutions.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Stirling High School
Matriculation, General Studies
Grade: Distinction
Activities and societies: Actively involved in numerous School outreach programmes.
Matriculated with a bachelor's pass and achieved a distinction in 2016. Actively participated in various school outreach programs from 2014 to 2016.
University of Cape Town
Bachelor of Laws, Law
Activities and societies: Member of SHAWCO, tutoring underprivileged children in Mannenberg. Recognized as a Top 500 GradStar candidate in both 2019 and 2021. Served on the Mentorship sub-committee in the UCT Law Faculty and the Student for Law and Social Justice sub-committee in 2022.
Completed a Bachelor of Laws degree, earning a place on the Dean's Merit List in 2021. Initially pursued a Bachelor of Social Science degree for one year before transferring to the Law Faculty.
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