Ra'eesa Laher
@raeesalaher
Admitted Attorney skilled in litigation, contract drafting, and client advocacy.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
I am an admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa with hands-on experience in litigation, contract drafting, property law and customer-facing finance and risk operations. I combine strong legal research and drafting skills with practical courtroom experience, client liaison, and FICA-compliant client onboarding.
My background includes completing Practical Vocational Training, representing clients in Magistrates’ Court, drafting a wide range of legal documents, and supporting landlord-tenant dispute resolution and financial workflows at a property-focused customer support role. I am detail-oriented, collaborative, and committed to continuous professional growth in the legal field.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Customer Support Specialist
Preferental
Jun 2024 - May 2025 (11 months)
Resolved landlord and tenant inquiries, mediated deposit and rental disputes, and coordinated escalations with legal partners to ensure compliance and timely payouts; created SOPs to streamline onboarding and training.
Candidate Attorney
Dykes Nel Du Plessis Incorporated
Jun 2023 - Jun 2024 (1 year)
Drafted litigation documents, represented clients in Magistrates’ Court, conducted legal research, and managed client onboarding and Deeds Office registrations during practical legal training.
Secondary School Educator
Ahmed Timol Secondary School
Mar 2018 - Feb 2019 (11 months)
Taught English to grades 8–10, managed classrooms of 40+ students, designed assessments and examinations, and conducted parent-teacher meetings to improve student outcomes.
Primary School Educator
Idarah Dawatul Haq Trust
Jan 2017 - Dec 2017 (11 months)
Taught multiple subjects to Grade 4 learners, developed lesson plans and assessments, and maintained student records to support academic and personal development.
Sales Assistant
Hi-Fi Corp
Dec 2013 - Dec 2013 (0 months)
Assisted customers with product selection, provided product information, and maintained sales floor presentation during vacation work.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Law Society of South Africa – School for Legal Practice
Practical Vocational Training Course, Practical Legal Training
2022 - 2022
Completed Practical Vocational Training covering litigation, mediation, and contract law as part of practical legal training.
UWUniversity of the Witwatersrand
LLB (Postgraduate), Law
2019 - 2021
Completed a Postgraduate LLB degree with Dean's List recognition for academic excellence.
UAUniversity of South Africa
Bachelor of Education, Education
2014 - 2018
Completed a Bachelor of Education (Senior and FET Phase) majoring in English and Psychology.
Ahmed Timol Secondary School
Matriculation, Secondary Education
2011 - 2011
Completed matriculation at Ahmed Timol Secondary School.
Availability
Location
South AfricaAuthorized to work in
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