Manuel Biko Kazondana
Windhoek
Summary
Detail-oriented and committed legal practitioner with a strong passion for teaching and the imparting of legal knowledge. My love for teaching led me to establish and conduct tutoring classes from 2022 until my admission in 2025, during which I assisted law students with exam preparation and assignment guidance, and supported their understanding of both substantive and procedural law. This teaching experience was in 2024 - 2025 firmly grounded in the practical legal exposure I gained during my time as a candidate legal practitioner, enabling me to effectively bridge legal theory with practice.
I possess extensive experience in High Court criminal and civil matters, including conducting criminal trials, adducing and advancing evidence, and managing litigation processes from pleadings to finalisation. I am proficient in drafting legal documents such as Particulars of Claim, Pleas, Replications, and case management documentation, and have practical knowledge of divorce law and procedure. I am also experienced in the use of the eJustice system. My academic and practical background enables me to bridge theory and practice effectively, equipping students with both conceptual understanding and real-world legal skills. I am a disciplined, student-focused educator with strong research, communication, and mentorship abilities.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Admitted Legal Practitioner/Associate
Metcalfe Beukes Attorneys
Windhoek
09.2025 - Current
- Ensured compliance with regulations and standards across all operations.
- Conducted regular audits to identify potential compliance risks and violations.
- Collaborated with legal teams to interpret regulatory changes and implications.
- Monitored documentation processes for accuracy and completeness in reporting.
- Drafted legal documents, including wills and contracts, for client cases and court submissions.
- Conducted research on case law and statutes to support ongoing litigation efforts.
- Collaborated with senior attorneys to develop case strategies and prepare for hearings.
- Developed comprehensive summaries of legal findings for team use.
- Conducted research on applicable rules and regulations to ensure company policies remained compliant.
- Summarized legal findings for internal discussions to enhance case planning.
- Advised clients on family law, property disputes, and civil litigation matters.
- Reviewed evidence to identify optimal courses of action for each case.
- Represented clients at hearings, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
- Argued motions related to evidence, sentencing, and other matters of criminal law.
- Interpreted criminal law, real property law and bankruptcy.
- Conducted research on criminal law cases and statutes.
- Negotiated settlements between parties in civil litigation cases.
- Advised clients on potential risks associated with certain courses of action when it comes to their civil litigation matters.
Candidate Legal Pratitioner
Metcalfe Beukes Attorneys
Windhoek
02.2024 - 08.2025
- Facilitated trial preparations for attorneys by conducting research and reviewing documents.
- Tracked legislative changes affecting ongoing and upcoming cases.
- Drafted pleadings for court filing to ensure procedural accuracy.
- Worked collaboratively to devise strategies for complex client representation.
- Provided representation in court proceedings as necessary.
- Engaged in negotiations with opposing counsels effectively.
- Interviewed clients to extract vital information for case development.
- Cultivated connections with expert witnesses for potential testimony.
Vacation Work Student
ENS Africa
Windhoek
07.2023 - 07.2023
- Organized team schedules and maintained project timelines to enhance efficiency.
- Supported daily operations by addressing customer inquiries and delivering information.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure workflow optimization and timely task completion.
- Conducted research on industry trends to inform project development strategies.
- Contributed insights during team meetings to drive continuous improvement.
- Created presentations for stakeholder meetings and project updates, ensuring clarity of information.
- Coordinated events and activities to foster team engagement and collaboration.
- Maintained accurate records of customer interactions for future reference.
Administrative Assistant
Lucky Angels Investment CC
Windhoek
07.2015 - 08.2020
- Managed scheduling and calendar coordination for executive team members.
- Prepared and organized meeting agendas and materials for presentations.
- Facilitated communication between departments to ensure project alignment.
- Maintained confidential files and documentation with attention to detail.
- Assisted in bookkeeping tasks, processing invoices, and tracking expenses.
- Coordinated travel arrangements including flights, accommodations, and itineraries.
- Supported onboarding processes by preparing training materials for new hires.
- Implemented office organization systems to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Answered phone calls and emails to provide information, resulting in effective business correspondence.
Assistant Administrative Officer
Ministry of Education, Arts & Culture
Otjiwarongo
10.2011 - 04.2014
- Coordinated schedules and appointments for executives and team members.
- Assisted in preparing financial documents and reports for management review.
- Organized company events and meetings, ensuring logistical arrangements were met.
- Trained new administrative staff on office procedures and software usage.
- Entered data into spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel or other similar programs.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
Education
Post Graduate Certificate - JTC - LAW
University of Namibia
Windhoek, Namibia04-2025
Bachelors of Laws (Hons) - Law
University of Namibia
Windhoek, Namibia04-2024
Diploma in Law: Para-Legal Studies - Law
University of Namibia
Windhoek, Namibia04-2020
Skills
- Legal analysis and research
- Compliance oversight
- Drafting and reviewing documents
- Case preparation strategies
- Client counseling and representation
- Interpretation of regulations
- Problem solving in risk assessment
- Litigation advocacy
- Expertise in employment law
- Knowledge of international law
- Governance in corporations
- Arbitration and dispute resolution skills
- Criminal law proficiency
- Procedures for arrests
Leadership Experience
- Deputy Class Representative (2020): First Year LLB Group
- Class Representative (2021): 2nd Year LLB Group
- School of Laws Representative (2022-2023): All Year LLB Groups
- SRC Representative of Academic Affairs (2023): Main Campus
- Member of the SRC Congress Executives (2023): Representative of Academic Affairs for all 12 Campuses.
Custom Section 2
Dr. Professor Marvin Awarab
Faculty Dean: Welwitchia University in Namibia
Phone: +264 81 354 6359
Email : info@wu.edu.na
Mr. David Nuuyuni
Student Leadership and Development Officer, UNAM
Phone: +264 81 148 8576
Email : dnuuyuni@unam.na
Ms. Esmeralda Ukena
Head of Operations/ ENS Africa
Phone: +264 81 141 5335
Email : eukena@ensafrica.com
Timeline
Admitted Legal Practitioner/Associate
Metcalfe Beukes Attorneys
09.2025 - Current
Candidate Legal Pratitioner
Metcalfe Beukes Attorneys
02.2024 - 08.2025
Vacation Work Student
ENS Africa
07.2023 - 07.2023
Administrative Assistant
Lucky Angels Investment CC
07.2015 - 08.2020
Assistant Administrative Officer
Ministry of Education, Arts & Culture
10.2011 - 04.2014
Post Graduate Certificate - JTC - LAW
University of Namibia
Bachelors of Laws (Hons) - Law
University of Namibia
Diploma in Law: Para-Legal Studies - Law
University of Namibia