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Work History
Education
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Volunteer Experience
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Tracy Opoku-Ware

Accra

Summary

I am equipped with strong organizational,and detail-oriented abilities with a will for continuous learning, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Pupil

Blagogee, Blacksword and Co.
10.2024 - Current
  • Conducting legal research
  • Drafting letters, demand notices, and other correspondence
  • Preparing legal arguments and case briefs for court
  • Holding case briefs for the firm
  • Scheduling and conducting depositions of witnesses and experts for trial
  • Keeping record of changes in the law

Entrepreneur

Your Emporium
08.2020 - Current
  • Making and wrapping of gift packages for birthdays, anniversaries, and any other occasion.
  • Built strong brand recognition and customer loyalty by delivering high-quality products and services consistently over time.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with exceptional project management skills and timely delivery of products and services.
  • Launched new product lines successfully through comprehensive planning, strategy and research.
  • Determined business plan, mission statement, and vision.

Legal Intern

Adenta District Court, Circuit Court
02.2024 - 07.2024
  • Attended court hearings, developing a deeper understanding of trial procedures and advocacy strategies.
  • Managed case files efficiently, ensuring easy accessibility for attorneys when needed.
  • Participated in moot court sessions as plaintiff/defendant.
  • Reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality with sensitive information related to lawyer-client matters.

Legal Intern

Zenith Bank - Head Office
07.2023 - 09.2023
  • Organized legal filing system to maximize efficiency.
  • Reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors.
  • Performed legal and general research, drafting memoranda, and correspondence.
  • Drafted and reviewed contracts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant laws.
  • Participated in client consultations, helping to address their concerns and provide valuable information regarding their cases.
  • Assisted in negotiation preparations, enabling legal team to achieve more favorable terms and outcomes for clients.
  • Contributed to drafting of policies and procedures that enhanced firm's compliance with ethical standards and legal obligations.
  • Attended court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings.

National Service Person

Office of the Attorney General
10.2021 - 10.2022
  • Drafted wide range of legal documents including briefs, motions, as well as charge sheets and bills of indictment to prosecute accused persons.
  • Assisted attorneys in preparing for trials, contributing to successful outcomes.
  • Prepared detailed case summaries for supervising attorney's review, enabling them to make informed decisions about litigation strategy quickly.
  • Attended court hearings to gain an understanding of the trial processes and litigation strategies.


Legal Intern

Ghartey and Ghartey
07.2019 - 09.2019
  • Attended court hearings, developing a deeper understanding of trial procedures and advocacy strategies.
  • Managed case files efficiently, ensuring easy accessibility for attorneys when needed.
  • Proofread legal documents before submission to courts or opposing counsel; reducing errors that could potentially harm our clients'' interests.
  • Performed legal and general research, drafting memoranda, and correspondence.
  • Sorted legal documents, filing and case materials in clear, orderly systems.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality with sensitive information related to client matters; preserving trust between the firm and its clients.
  • Conducted extensive legal research for complex cases, resulting in favorable settlements.

Intern

Table Office, Parliament House of Ghana
06.2018 - 09.2018
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, especially in preparing order papers, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
  • Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
  • Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
  • Utilized strong communication abilities during presentations which led to increased understanding among colleagues regarding project goals and objectives.

Education

BL - Law

Ghana School of Law
Accra, Ghana
10-2024

Bachelor of Arts - Law

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi
06-2021

High School Diploma -

International Community School
Kumasi, Ghana
06-2017

Skills

  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Organization and time management
  • Active listening
  • Critical thinking
  • Computer skills
  • Excellent communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Flexible and adaptable

Volunteer Experience

UNCITRAL Days in Africa

Participant 

27th November 2023

• Shared opinions on International Trade Law • Opportune to meet dignitaries  • Discussed the legal infrastructure of global commerce 

• Discussed legal issues relating to electronic commerce


Founder of The Keeper’s Foundation 

June 2020-Present

• Identifying needy and vulnerable people in society • Raising funds through business and events • Planning and coordinating with my team 

• Supporting the less privileged 


Life Link Tertiary Model United Nations 

Delegate

July 2018

 • A 3-day conference • Member of the DISEC (Disarmament and International Security) • Represented Sweden • Discussed Foreign intervention in Armed Civil Conflicts • Production, Possession and Use of Nuclear Weapons


Leader of Young African Leaders Club

June 2015-2017 

• Donated essentials to schools at Pakyi No.1, Kumasi • Tutored pupils of Pakyi School especially on how to read

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
French
Intermediate (B1)

References:

Mr. Ernest Ayeh

Principal State Attorney 

Attorney General’s Department, Kumasi

024640611


Michael Terkpetey Narh

Head of Legal 

Zenith Bank (Ghana) Limited

0542985778


Timeline

Pupil

Blagogee, Blacksword and Co.
10.2024 - Current

Legal Intern

Adenta District Court, Circuit Court
02.2024 - 07.2024

Legal Intern

Zenith Bank - Head Office
07.2023 - 09.2023

National Service Person

Office of the Attorney General
10.2021 - 10.2022

Entrepreneur

Your Emporium
08.2020 - Current

Legal Intern

Ghartey and Ghartey
07.2019 - 09.2019

Intern

Table Office, Parliament House of Ghana
06.2018 - 09.2018

BL - Law

Ghana School of Law

Bachelor of Arts - Law

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology

High School Diploma -

International Community School
Tracy Opoku-Ware