BERYL EMEFA DONKOR
Lawyer
ACCRA
Summary
Early-career legal professional currently undergoing pupillage, with an academic foundation in Law and Biological Science and over 20 years of experience managing a licensed and regulated business in Ghana. Experienced in statutory compliance, licensing, inspections, regulatory documentation, and advisory support. Adept at learning sector-specific regulations and applying legal knowledge to support commercial and regulatory functions. Well-suited to entry-level legal, compliance, and corporate advisory roles in energy or corporate sectors, with a capacity to adapt to complex regulatory environments, draft commercial documentation, and assist in corporate governance and compliance initiatives.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Lawyer
Awoonor Law Consultancy
11.2025 - Current
- Assist in legal research, statutory interpretation, and drafting of advisory notes.
- Support senior counsel in regulatory, corporate, and compliance matters.
- Contribute to governance documentation and internal compliance advisory.
- Develop practical understanding of corporate risk, ethical practice, and enforcement support.
Legal Intern
Ndowuona & Co
12.2024 - 08.2025
- Conducted legal research and assisted in drafting pleadings, opinions, and client correspondence.
- Supported corporate and regulatory matters.
- Assisted with preparation of documentation for commercial and compliance purposes.
Legal Intern
Pebble Law Consult
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted with drafting legal memoranda and advisory notes.
- Supported corporate documentation review and compliance research.
- Assisted in client advisory on regulatory and commercial matters.
Business Owner & Manager - ALIMEFS PHARMACY LTD
Self Employed
06.2006 - Current
- Managed a licensed business with full compliance to statutory and regulatory frameworks.
- Prepared and submitted licensing and regulatory documentation.
- Liaised with regulators on inspections, compliance queries, and corrective actions.
- Maintained organized records and compliance logs, ensuring audit readiness.
- Implemented internal controls and procedures to manage regulatory and operational risks.
Education
Qualifying Certificate in Law (QCL) -
Ghana School of Law
Accra, Ghana08.2025
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) -
University of Ghana School of Law
Accra, Ghana08.2023
Course On Marketing And Communications -
Ghana Institute of Journalism
Accra, Ghana07.2005
Bachelor of Science - Biological Science
University of Ghana
Accra, Ghana04.2004
Skills
- Regulatory Compliance Support
- Corporate Governance Awareness
- Contract & Commercial Documentation Review
- Legal Drafting & Documentation
- Policy & Regulatory Research
- Risk Awareness & Reporting
- Records Management
- Strong understanding of regulatory compliance and corporate governance
- Practical experience with licensing, inspections, and enforcement support
- Ability to learn sector-specific energy regulations and corporate policies
- Attention to detail, documentation discipline, and professional ethics
- Capable of working collaboratively within corporate teams and cross-functional projects
Affiliations
- Pharmaceutical Society of Ghana, Member
- Ghana Bar Association, Member (Pupil Lawyer)
Target Roles
- Junior Legal Officer
- Legal & Compliance Officer
- Corporate Legal Support / Contract Assistant
- Regulatory & Compliance Support Officer
- Governance & Risk Support Analyst
Professional Headline
Junior Legal & Compliance Officer / Corporate Legal Support
Timeline
Lawyer
Awoonor Law Consultancy
11.2025 - Current
Legal Intern
Ndowuona & Co
12.2024 - 08.2025
Legal Intern
Pebble Law Consult
01.2024 - 08.2024
Business Owner & Manager - ALIMEFS PHARMACY LTD
Self Employed
06.2006 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biological Science
University of Ghana
Qualifying Certificate in Law (QCL) -
Ghana School of Law
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) -
University of Ghana School of Law
Course On Marketing And Communications -
Ghana Institute of Journalism