Daniel Adjin Odonkor
Dansoman- Accra
Summary
I am a focused, versatile, and result-oriented person with a strong sense of commitment to attaining excellent results and an in-depth understanding of relevant laws. I am open to new and exciting opportunities meant for my professional and personal journey to become a top legal practitioner.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Barrister & Solicitor
Ace & Ernest Law
West Legon
09.2023 - Current
TEACHING ASSISTANT
University of Ghana
Legon
03.2023 - Current
- Grade assignments and tests and documented results into filing systems.
- Teach International Criminal Law, International Law & International Humanitarian Law
- Organized Tutorial sessions for students
ASSOCIATE
Knightscild Chambers
Cantonments, Accra
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Work in the Transactions and Deal Advisory Team
- Some duties include;
- Drafting all relevant transaction agreements
- Carrying on Due Diligence on target Companies
- Advising clients on corporate structuring
- Reviewing Agreements
TRAINEE ASSOCIATE
Ferociter
Labone, Accra
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Worked on Transactional Instructions and Corporate litigation
- Drafting Court Processes for both local and International Fora
- Drafting Transaction Documents Carrying on Due Diligence on target Companies Reviewing agreements and answering Client questionnaires
- Advising Fintech start-ups on legal and regulatory regimes
Intern
ENSAfrica
Cantonments
10.2020 - 12.2020
- Only intern selected for 2020 after competitive selection process
- Worked in the Finance, Energy, Mining and Infrastructure Department
- Training was focused on gaining exposure to this area of law
- Some duties included; Carrying out assigned research Joining Client calls and writing meeting minutes Review and proofreading documents Answering questionnaires
Intern
Integri Solicitors & Advocates
Legon, Accra
08.2019 - 07.2020
- Drafting of court processes, including divorce petitions, statement of defence, injunction applications and statement of claim
- Conducting legal research assigned Meeting and communicating with clients
Undergraduate Teaching Volunteer
Law Faculty, Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration
Accra
10.2019 - Current
- Conduct Legal Research on International Law and other related areas
- Teaching topics in Legal Research and International Law
- Legislative review and proposals
- Coach Moot Court Competition Teams representing GIMPA ( Won best African Participating School at the 2023 International Criminal Court Moot Court Competition)
RESEARCH ASSISTANT, Lecturer
Enam Korkor Antonio
Intern
Commonwealth Human Right Initiative
Accra
06.2017 - 10.2017
- Visited Police Cells and advocated for proper treatment of inmates
- Contacted lawyers for unrepresented inmates
- Assisted Lawyers with pro-bono client conferencing
- Conducted research on decriminalizing petty offences in Ghana
- Conducted research for passage of the Right to Information Bill in Ghana
Education
Qualifying Certificate in Law - Law
Ghana School of Law
Accra10.2021
BACHELOR OF LAW (LLB) -
Ghana Institute of Management And Public Administration(GIMPA)
01.2019
General Science
Presbyterian Boys' Senior High School
Accra06.2015
Skills
- Excellent research and analytical skills
- Very good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work under pressure and able to think and act to obtain desired results
- Able to work well with a team
- Resourceful
Consultancies & Projects
- Consultancy Title:"THE DEVELOPMENT OF A POLICY, LEGAL, AND REGULATORY FRAMEWORKS FOR THE DIGITAL GOVERNMENT AGENDA IN SIERRA LEONE",
Procurement Number SL-MOFED-367857-CS-QCBS.
Project Sponsor: Sponsored by World Bank;
Contact: Excellence Consultancy Services; C/O Dr. Paul Asante Danquah, pdanquah@ecsghana.com
Period : May 2024 - date
- Consultancy Title: "DEVELOP PARALEGAL CURRICULUM AND TRAINING MANUAL TO FACILITATE THE TRAINING OF PARALEGALS FOR USE BY THE LEGAL AID COMMISSION AND THE PRISON SERVICE"
Project Sponsor: United Nations Development Programme
Contact: Dr. Isidore Kwadwo Tufuor
Period : June 2024 - Date
References
- Dr. Enam Korkor Antonio,Esq, Lecturer, GIMPA LAW FACULTY, Email: enam.antonio@gmail.com
- Dr. Isidore Tufuor, Esq, Director of Public Prosecution, Office of the Special Prosecutor, Ghana, Email: itufuor@gimpa.edu.gh
- Mr. Edmund Amarkwei Foley, Head, Ghana Legal Aid Commission, Ghana, Email: efoley@gimpa.edu.gh
Timeline
Barrister & Solicitor
Ace & Ernest Law
09.2023 - Current
TEACHING ASSISTANT
University of Ghana
03.2023 - Current
ASSOCIATE
Knightscild Chambers
05.2022 - 12.2022
TRAINEE ASSOCIATE
Ferociter
10.2021 - 03.2022
Intern
ENSAfrica
10.2020 - 12.2020
Undergraduate Teaching Volunteer
Law Faculty, Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration
10.2019 - Current
Intern
Integri Solicitors & Advocates
08.2019 - 07.2020
Intern
Commonwealth Human Right Initiative
06.2017 - 10.2017
RESEARCH ASSISTANT, Lecturer
Enam Korkor Antonio
Qualifying Certificate in Law - Law
Ghana School of Law
BACHELOR OF LAW (LLB) -
Ghana Institute of Management And Public Administration(GIMPA)
General Science
Presbyterian Boys' Senior High School
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