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Aina TN Ndungula

Aina TN Ndungula

Windhoek,Namibia

Summary

Results-oriented Legal Practitioner with over 10 years years of supporting legal issues and litigation in the High Court of Namibia.

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with client service, multitasking, and time management abilities.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Legal Practitioner

Nakamhela Attorneys
Windhoek , Namibia
03.2022 - Current
  • Negotiated settlements between parties in dispute.
  • Prepared pleadings for filing with the court.
  • Maintained accurate records of all legal activities throughout the duration of each case.
  • Researched case law to support client's position in court proceedings.
  • Reviewed evidence to determine the most appropriate course of action for each case.
  • Assisted attorneys in preparing for trial through research, document review and witness preparation.
  • Conducted client interviews to gain information for cases.
  • Advised clients on a variety of issues including family law matters, property disputes and civil litigation.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop effective strategies for representing clients in complex cases.
  • Drafted legal documents, such as wills and contracts.
  • Managed caseloads by prioritizing tasks according to urgency or importance.
  • Communicated effectively with opposing counsels during negotiations.
  • Represented clients in court proceedings when necessary.
  • Maintained current knowledge of laws to provide clarification on legal concerns.
  • Negotiated and drafted settlement agreements to resolve litigated cases.
  • Drafted wills, powers of attorney, trusts and estate planning documents.

Notary Public

Nakamhela Attorneys
Windhoek, Namibia
10.2018 - Current
  • Scheduled appointments with customers in need of Notary services.
  • Administered oaths and affirmations on legal documents to affirm clients' honor and accountability.
  • Created and maintained records of notarized items in paper.
  • Adhered to strict confidentiality standards at all times while handling sensitive information.
  • Followed state laws regarding proper completion of notarial acts.
  • Ensured that all signers understood the contents of documents they were signing.
  • Assisted attorneys with preparing legal paperwork requiring Notary authentication.
  • Monitored expiration dates on customer IDs for accuracy and validity.
  • Authenticated copies of original documents when necessary.
  • Checked customer ID documents for completeness and accuracy prior to notarizing them.
  • Affixed stamp or seal on documents as proof of witnessing event or deal.

Court Accredited Mediator

High Court of Namibia
Windhoek, Namibia
09.2015 - Current
  • Employed proven conflict-resolution methods to alleviate grievances between parties.
  • Developed and implemented conflict resolution strategies.
  • Researched legal precedents related to disputes and recommended actions accordingly.
  • Maintained confidential records of all proceedings, discussions, and decisions reached.
  • Reviewed relevant case law and provided guidance on applicable laws.
  • Encouraged constructive dialogue among conflicting sides during negotiations.
  • Explored potential options for resolving disputes amicably.
  • Coordinated meetings with all interested parties to facilitate resolution.
  • Identified underlying issues that may have led to the dispute.
  • Analyzed dispute cases and determined appropriate solutions.
  • Facilitated communication between disputing parties.
  • Assisted with developing mutual understanding and agreement between conflicting parties.
  • Created a safe space for both parties to discuss their differences of opinion.

Chief Legal Officer

Office Of The Attorney General (Civil Litigation)
Windhoek, Namibia
09.2014 - 02.2024
  • Conduct Court Connected Mediations as an Accredited Mediator of the High Court of Namibia.
  • Assisted in developing corporate governance practices throughout the organization through a process called Business process reengineering.
  • Advised senior management on strategic business decisions from a legal perspective (Brown paper model).
  • Managed external counsels engaged by the organization for specialized services such as litigation on constitutional interpretation matters cases and cases involving million dollar claims.
  • Represented the organization at meetings with government officials or outside counsels.
  • Supervised legal practitioners in providing legal counsel on various matters involving Government Offices, Ministries and Agencies on different areas of law including intellectual property rights, procurement law, labor law, superior courts litigation (High Court and Supreme Court).
  • Drafted legal documents such as pleadings, legal opinions and legal advice, settlement agreements.
  • Collected evidence to support opposed applications and defended actions in the High Court.
  • Attend court hearings and conduct trials in the High Court of Namibia, attend Alternative dispute resolution and court connected mediations on behalf of the Government for the purpose of settling disputes.
  • Analyzed complex legal documents in order to identify the issues raised and applicable legal principles in order to advise and represent Government.
  • Advised clients regarding legal matters, business transactions and claim liability.
  • Interviewed clients and witnesses to acquire additional insight and to obtain instructions in a case.
  • Negotiated and drafted settlement agreements to resolve litigated cases.
  • Used in-depth knowledge of legal precedents to analyze probable outcomes of cases.
  • Noted appeals and filed same with the Supreme Courts as required.
  • Presented court cases to judges.
  • Leveraged knowledge of precedents and applicable laws to determine probable case outcomes.
  • Gathered public records and interviewed witnesses relevant to cases, e.g conducting a deed search and company search.
  • Examined legal data to determine advisability of defending or prosecuting lawsuits.
  • Coordinated with investigators and law enforcement agencies to obtain information or evidence used in hearings.

Junior Technical Professional

MET-GIZ Biodiversity Management and Climate Change PROJECT
Windhoek, Namibia
04.2013 - 08.2014
  • Provide legal assistance to the BMCC project, and DEA, on the facilitation of international and domestic environmental law, governance in Namibia.
  • Render support to the development and implementation of legal policy measures that address emerging environmental challenges
  • Collaborate with the Multilateral Environmental Agreements Division to support the Department of Environmental Affairs in implementing obligations under multilateral law agreements, in order to contribute to national report.
  • Interpreted legal instruments, agreements, memoranda of understanding and internal policies for governing bodies.
  • Researched relevant statutes, cases and other legal authorities to support client positions.
  • Collaborated with colleagues from various departments to ensure compliance with all relevant laws.
  • Provided training sessions to staff members on topics such as environmental law, intellectual property and contract law
  • Maintained current knowledge of laws to provide clarification on legal concerns.
  • Helped explain complex concepts in court by developing timelines, graphs and PowerPoint presentations.

Candidate Legal Practitioner

NAKAMHELA ATTORNEYS
Windhoek, Namibia
01.2011 - 03.2013
  • Carry out tasks pertaining to Rural Development through Community Based Natural Resource Management (joint venture agreements, tourism and hunting concessions), Tourism and local communities in parks and landscapes, Review, drafting & advice on environmental legislation & policy, General commercial legal practice, International civil & commercial legal work.
  • attend with Principal to client consultations.
  • attend court hearing with principal

Intern

GIZ-MET BSLM PROJECT
Windhoek, Namibia
03.2011 - 12.2011
  • Carried out tasks, such as reviewing, providing, and compiling comments on the Environmental Management Act, Access and Benefit Sharing Draft Bill,
  • Assist in organizing workshops on awareness raising on the Nagoya Protocol on Access to Genetic Resources and Benefit Sharing,
  • Provide legal advice on public international law issues, such as the signature and ratification and the position of international law in Namibian law.

Student Assistant

MASTER OF THE HIGH COURT
Windhoek, Namibia
12.2008 - 02.2009
  • Assisted with the processing of applications for inheritance claims, as well as estate late applications lodged at the Guardian fund.
  • Answered incoming phone calls to address questions or transfer to appropriate staff members.
  • Provided administrative support such as filing, photocopying, scanning, faxing, and sorting mail.
  • Assisted with answering telephone calls, managing databases and drafting correspondence.
  • Assisted administrative personnel in providing photocopies and filings.

Student Assistant

KATUTURA MAGISTRATES COURT
Windhoek, Namibia
06.2008 - 06.2008
  • Conducting enquiries with regards to maintenance claims.
  • assist with maintenance hearings.

  • Answered incoming phone calls to address questions or transfer to appropriate staff members.
  • Provided administrative support such as filing, photocopying, scanning, faxing, and sorting mail.
  • Assisted with answering telephone calls, and drafting correspondence.

Volunteer

ONDANGWA MAGISTRATES COURT
Ondangwa, Namibia
01.2006 - 01.2008
  • Assist with Inquest dockets, charge sheets, observe the court proceedings, and admission of Guilt traffic fines.
  • Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within appropriate timeframe.
  • Provided assistance to court staff in the daily operations of the court.
  • Sorted mail and answered phone calls to assist with administrative needs.
  • Adhered to strict confidentiality policies in regard to dockets .

Education

Advanced Trial Advocay Certificate - Law

Advanced Trial Advocacy Training -Black Lawyers Association
Windhoek, Namibia
08-2019

Certificate - Negotiating Mutually Agreed Terms for Access to Ge

ABS Capacity Development Initiative And Fridtjof Nansens Institut
Windhoek,Namibia
10-2018

Supreme Court Right of Audience - Law

LAW SOCIETY COUNCIL
Windhoek, Namibia
09-2014

Intermediate Trial Advocacy Certificate - Law

Intermediate Trial Advocacy Training
Windhoek, Namibia
04-2014

Post Graduate Certificate - Legal Practitioners Qualifying Exams

The Justice Training Centre 2011 -2013
Windhoek, Namibia
03-2012

LLB(Hons) - Bachelor of Laws

University of Namibia
Windhoek, Namibia
04-2011

Baccalareus Juris Degree (B-Juris) - Bachelor of Laws

University of Namibia
Windhoek, Namibia
04-2009

HIGCSE & IGCSE CERTIFICATE -

Oshigambo High School
Ondangwa, Namibia
10-2005

Skills

  • Contract Review
  • Intellectual Property Law
  • Legal Analysis
  • International Law
  • Legal Research
  • Legal Writing
  • Client Counseling
  • Environmental Law
  • Case Interpretation
  • Mediation
  • Arbitration and Litigation
  • Analytical Reasoning
  • Legal Advisory
  • Immigration Law

Dependants

5 (Husband, and two sons, a daughter, mother)

Summary Of Experience And Skills

Institute and or defend legal proceedings both paper files and on e-justice, draft pleadings letters of demand, legal opinions and legal advice. Attend all court judicial case management process and pre-trial, trial and conduct trials and hearings in High court of Namibia. Appear in the Supreme court of Namibia, and Labour courts. Conduct arbitrations on behalf of client., Attend court connected mediation as a representative with my clients, and I also have experience conducting a court connected mediation as a court accredited mediator. Attend to the office of the Labour Commissioner to conciliate and arbitrate. I have represented clients in private arbitrations., Assist Legal Advisor to various conservancies supported by WWF LIFE Programme (Balyerwa, Conservancy, Mayuni, Mashi, Torra, Kasika, Kunene River, Spitzkoppe CommunityDevelopment Trust), draft and advise on joint venture agreements for tourism developments between the conservancies and private sector joint venture partners, draft amendments to Deeds of Trust, attend Parks advisory committee meetings. Assist Legal Advisor to ECOSO Dynamics, advise on whether or not material transfer agreement needs to comply with the provisions of the Nagoya Protocol. Draft legal Advice., Assist Legal Advisor to the Ministry of Environment & Tourism for legal and operational revision of access restriction (Diamond Act) to Sperrgebiet National Park in light of intended tourism concessions in the park and proclamation of town of Oranjemund; ,instructions from Strengthening the Protected Area Network of Namibia Project SPAN (UNDP);ongoing, draft amendment, and Legal Advise. Assist Legal Advisor to the Interim Bioprospecting Committee (IBPC), consisting of Ministries of environment, agriculture, education, fisheries, trade, safety & security and Office of the Attorney General; Drafting Layperson's Draft of the Access and Benefit Sharing Bill, give presentation at high level awareness raising workshop on the importance of genetic laws and the general brief introduction to Access and Benefit Sharing., Accredited Namibian delegate to the United Nations Convention To Combat Desertification Eleventh Session Of The Conference Of Parties, to serve on the technical committee and provide legal advise to negotiators. Provide comments to the host country agreement, and liaise with the office of the Attorney General to provide legal advise on the host country agreement, draft Event management company agreement, and service providers template agreement. Accredited Namibian delegate to the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity, to attend the Article 8J and SABSTA meetings in Montreal Canada, October 2013, advice on the country position in re ABS Bill and Namibia's accession to the Nagoya Protocol.

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 12/25/87
  • Nationality: Namibian
  • Marital Status: Married

References

SpitzkoppeKasikaTorraMashiMayuniBalyerwaInstitut
  • Mr. Mkululi Khupe, Deputy Government Attorney, +26461 281 2468, +26461 222 428
  • Mr. Udaneka Nakamhela, Senior Partner, +26461 232 155, +26461 232 210, mcnak@iway.na
  • Mr. Daniel Kehrer, +49 0201 47 09 1492 (Voice over IP), +31 61 99 39 357 (Netherlands), +49 177 32 34 179 (Germany), daniel-kehrer@gmx.de, d.kehrer.3, Naaierstraat 8, Gouda, 2801NE, The Netherlands

Affiliations

  • I enjoy reading, gardening and cooking, and sports. I volunteer at my church.
  • i am serving my final year on the Law Society Council.

Languages

Oshiwambo
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Legal Practitioner

Nakamhela Attorneys
03.2022 - Current

Notary Public

Nakamhela Attorneys
10.2018 - Current

Court Accredited Mediator

High Court of Namibia
09.2015 - Current

Chief Legal Officer

Office Of The Attorney General (Civil Litigation)
09.2014 - 02.2024

Junior Technical Professional

MET-GIZ Biodiversity Management and Climate Change PROJECT
04.2013 - 08.2014

Intern

GIZ-MET BSLM PROJECT
03.2011 - 12.2011

Candidate Legal Practitioner

NAKAMHELA ATTORNEYS
01.2011 - 03.2013

Student Assistant

MASTER OF THE HIGH COURT
12.2008 - 02.2009

Student Assistant

KATUTURA MAGISTRATES COURT
06.2008 - 06.2008

Volunteer

ONDANGWA MAGISTRATES COURT
01.2006 - 01.2008

Advanced Trial Advocay Certificate - Law

Advanced Trial Advocacy Training -Black Lawyers Association

Certificate - Negotiating Mutually Agreed Terms for Access to Ge

ABS Capacity Development Initiative And Fridtjof Nansens Institut

Supreme Court Right of Audience - Law

LAW SOCIETY COUNCIL

Intermediate Trial Advocacy Certificate - Law

Intermediate Trial Advocacy Training

Post Graduate Certificate - Legal Practitioners Qualifying Exams

The Justice Training Centre 2011 -2013

LLB(Hons) - Bachelor of Laws

University of Namibia

Baccalareus Juris Degree (B-Juris) - Bachelor of Laws

University of Namibia

HIGCSE & IGCSE CERTIFICATE -

Oshigambo High School
Aina TN Ndungula