NICOLE R. POKU
Accra,
Summary
Dynamic Legal Officer with proven expertise in legal research and litigation support honed in-house at Afriwave Telecom and other notable law firms. Excelled in teamwork and collaboration, managing client confidentiality with utmost discretion. Achieved effective case resolutions through meticulous legal compliance and research. Skilled in public speaking, enhancing client and team communication.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Officer
Afriwave Telecom
Accra
11.2022 - Current
- Collated resources to assist legal teams with research activities
- Reviewed legal documentation and flagged errors for correction
- Researched legislation and precedents with sound judgment and analytical skills
- Managed approximately 30 incoming calls, emails and faxes per day from clients and staff
- Managed client files with highest levels of confidentiality and discretion
- Delivered legal research and analysis to effectively resolve cases
- Drafted and submitted legal documents to senior staff for review and approval
- Facilitated timely resolution of legal matters by preparing and organizing essential documents
J.Benson Solicitors
London
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Shadowed lawyers to understand workloads, case management and network development
- Composed approximately thirty client-care letters per day
- Documented advice and casework using case management systems
- Formulated briefs, motions and complaints following instructions of lawyers
- Crafted written correspondences, as requested by the firm's solicitors, to support external communication.
Legal HR Intern
Osborne Clarke
Bristol
08.2022 - 09.2022
- Supported business continuity by updating and maintaining HR databases with accurate employee data
- Maintained statutory compliance, ensuring all HR documentation was up to date, accurate and met HR audit requirements
- Performed research and assistance for HR projects, including online training development, and system enhancements.
- Minimized company liability by conducting new hire background checks in line with compliance processes.
- Advised employees and managers using knowledge of HR policies and UK labour law
- Attended new hire orientations and exit interviews to observe and learn processes
Part-time Legal Assistant
Kent Law Clinic
Canterbury
10.2019 - 11.2021
- Managed client files with highest levels of confidentiality and discretion
- Researched legislation and precedents with sound judgment and analytical skills
- Onboarded new clients and executed background checks for due diligence purposes
- Delivered legal research and analysis to effectively resolve cases
- Reviewed legal documentation and flagged errors for correction
- Worked closely with lawyers to prepare arguments and evidence for trial
- Uphold data quality standards with precise record-keeping
- Handled complex scheduling for appointments and court appearances
Education
Post-Call Conversion Course - Law
Ghana School of Law
Accra, Ghana10.2025
Master of Science - LPC MSC Law, Business and Management
University of Law
Birmingham, United Kingdom11.2022
Bachelor of Laws - Law and Business Management
University of Kent
Canterbury, Kent06.2021
Diploma of Higher Education - Liberal Arts
Rabun Gap Nacoochee School
United States of America05.2018
Skills
- Public Speaking
- Legal Researching
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Litigation Support
- Legal Compliance
- Case Management
Accomplishments
- Cum Laude High School Certification
- University of Kent Global Officer Certification
Timeline
J.Benson Solicitors
07.2023 - 09.2023
Legal Officer
Afriwave Telecom
11.2022 - Current
Legal HR Intern
Osborne Clarke
08.2022 - 09.2022
Part-time Legal Assistant
Kent Law Clinic
10.2019 - 11.2021
Post-Call Conversion Course - Law
Ghana School of Law
Master of Science - LPC MSC Law, Business and Management
University of Law
Bachelor of Laws - Law and Business Management
University of Kent
Diploma of Higher Education - Liberal Arts
Rabun Gap Nacoochee School
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