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Nelly M

@neliswambuyazi

Paralegal and legal researcher supporting civil litigation through precise drafting, research, and case file management.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking to grow as a legal professional in litigation support and legal research—using my drafting, case management, and stakeholder communication skills to serve clients well while working within a respectful, ethics-driven team.

I’m a legally trained professional awaiting admission with 3 years of experience in civil litigation support, legal drafting, case management, and legal research. I prepare summons, pleadings, affidavits, eviction documents, letters of demand, and research reports, and I support attorneys with Magistrate’s Court procedural work.

I’m highly organised and detail-oriented, with a strong commitment to ethics and public-centred service. From client consultations to evidence bundles and stakeholder communication, I manage legal files accurately under pressure while producing clear written work that moves cases forward.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Candidate Attorney

Legal Resources Centre (LRC)

Jan 2024 - Dec 2025 (1 year 11 months)

Drafted summons, affidavits, letters of demand, pleadings, and eviction-related notices while supporting attorneys with civil litigation in the Magistrate’s Court. Conducted legal research and managed case files, evidence bundles, and client consultations while coordinating accurate document flow.

Civil Litigation Legal Drafting Legal Research Eviction Document Drafting Magistrate’S Court Support Consultation MS Office

Legal Volunteer (LRC)

Legal Resources Centre (LRC)

Jan 2023 - Jan 2024 (1 year)

Provided volunteer support with court files, legal research, client consultations, and translation-related tasks. Assisted with administration, minute-taking, and document preparation to support attorney case work.

Legal Research client support Minute Taking document preparation Administrative Support Confidentiality

Legal Intern

Legal Resources Centre (LRC)

Jan 2023 - Dec 2023 (11 months)

Assisted attorneys with drafting, research, and court preparation across civil, labour, property, and administrative matters. Prepared notices and court documents, maintained case files, and supported client consultations and community outreach.

Legal Research Legal Drafting Community Legal Outreach

Customer Service Consultant

Call Centre International

Jan 2021 - Jan 2022 (1 year)

Handled client communication through phone, email, and digital platforms while providing administrative and technical support. Produced reports and strengthened professionalism and conflict-resolution in customer interactions.

Client Communication Conflict Resolution Report Writing Administrative Support Email Communication Phone Support Digital Platforms Client Liaison Technical Support

Registration Assistant

University of KwaZulu-Natal

Jan 2019 - Jan 2020 (1 year)

Supported student registration and residence enquiries by managing high-volume administrative tasks and records. Assisted senior staff with document control and stakeholder communication.

Records Management Student Support Administrative Processing Document Control High Volume Data Entry Process Coordination

Volunteer Paralegal (ProBono)

ProBono.org

Jan 2023 - Present (3 years 4 months)

Supported attorneys with matters involving wills, estates, labour, property, and family law by conducting legal research and preparing consultation notes. Arranged appointments and assisted with case preparation ahead of attorney engagement.

Legal Research Consultation Note Preparation Appointment Scheduling Wills And Estates Support Property Law Support Case Preparation

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of KwaZulu-Natal

Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Law

2017 - 2021

Grade: Scholarship: 70% average (2017); Highest mark: Customary Law – 94%

Activities and societies: SLS Moot Court Semi-Finalist (2019)

Earned a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, including a 70% average scholarship (2017) and SLS Moot Court semi-finalist (2019).