leslie sibanda
@lesliesibanda
Senior legal counsel specializing in real estate, corporate transactions and complex litigation.
ZimbabweWhat I'm looking for
I am a trained legal services professional with over 15 years of experience across real estate, corporate, mining, retail and educational sectors.
I advise on high-value property development and corporate transactions, having worked on King City Real Estate Development (USD$40M+) and Hopeville Real Estate Development (USD$25M+) and structured the USD$2.5M acquisition of Avelen Gold Mine, overseeing environmental impact assessments and land-rights negotiations.
In private practice I managed 50+ property litigation cases, drafted sale agreements for commercial and residential properties, and represented clients before the Magistrates Court, High Court and Supreme Courts of Zimbabwe. I combine litigation experience with pragmatic commercial advice to resolve complex disputes and optimize operational efficiency for corporate and high-value private clients.
I seek senior legal roles where I can lead complex transactions, ensure regulatory compliance, mentor junior lawyers, and deliver commercially sound legal solutions in a collaborative, integrity-driven organisation.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Legal Consultant
Thompson Properties (Private) Limited
Jan 2017 - Present (8 years 8 months)
Advised on high-value real estate developments including King City (>$40M) and Hopeville (>$25M), negotiating joint venture agreements, land acquisition and zoning approvals to enable project delivery.
Company Secretary & Legal Advisor
Extra Rich Mining (Private) Limited
Apr 2015 - Dec 2020 (5 years 8 months)
Structured and led the USD 2.5M acquisition of Avelen Gold Mine, managing environmental impact assessments, land rights negotiations and ensuring corporate compliance throughout the transaction.
Professional Assistant
Webb, Low & Barry Inc.
Mar 2010 - Aug 2016 (6 years 5 months)
Managed 50+ property litigation cases including evictions and lease breaches, drafted commercial and residential sale agreements, and represented clients in Magistrates, High Court and Supreme Court proceedings.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UAUniversity of South Africa
Bachelor of Laws, Law
Completed Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) at the University of South Africa with degree conferred in April 2010.
Milton High School
GCE Advanced Level (Cambridge), Advanced Level (A-Level)
Grade: 1 B, 1 C, 1 D
Activities and societies: Debate Team Captain and Secretary (1999-2000); Milton Heritage school magazine Secretary (2000).
Completed Cambridge GCE Advanced Level with grades: one B, one C, and one D.
Milton High School
GCSE Ordinary Level (Cambridge), Secondary Education
Grade: 1 A, 3 B, 3 C
Activities and societies: Debate Team Captain and Secretary (1999-2000); Milton Heritage school magazine Secretary (2000).
Completed Cambridge GCSE at Milton High School with grades: one A, three B's, and three C's.
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