IMELDA RICHARD ESSIEN
Senior Managing Associate | Legal Practitioner
Abuja, NG.About
Highly motivated and results-driven legal practitioner with extensive expertise in legal research, corporate legal services, and dispute resolution. Proven ability to achieve outstanding results, consistently contributing to organizational and societal development goals. Recognized for approaching complex legal challenges with diligence, competence, and a commitment to innovative solutions and measurable impact. Adept at leading initiatives, streamlining processes, and providing strategic counsel to drive significant improvements and client success.
Work
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Summary
Led legal operations and provided strategic advisory, focusing on enhancing efficiency and driving client success within corporate legal services.
Highlights
Spearheaded legal document analysis and review, including pleadings and motions, enhancing document efficiency by 50%.
Drove a 50% increase in client benefit approvals through strategic streamlining of the SSDI application process.
Developed and maintained accurate client indexes for medical records, achieving a 90% success rate in data integrity.
Delivered strategic legal counsel, ensuring robust compliance and direct alignment with client objectives.
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Summary
Provided comprehensive legal services, including document management, litigation support, and client consultation.
Highlights
Drafted and meticulously reviewed legal documents, achieving 80% accuracy and timely completion for critical deadlines.
Successfully represented clients in litigation, securing favorable outcomes in 70% of cases.
Provided comprehensive, research-backed legal consultancy and advisory services.
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Summary
Fulfilled mandatory national service by supporting legal processes and providing assistance in various court levels.
Highlights
Contributed to a 70% success rate in litigation across various court levels through active assistance.
Enhanced legal document review efficiency by 60% through diligent support and process improvements.
Delivered actionable legal opinions and insights during consultancy engagements.
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Summary
Managed client accounts and provided customer service, ensuring high satisfaction and retention.
Highlights
Achieved a 95% client satisfaction rate by providing personalized and effective customer service.
Ensured 100% data accuracy and timely updates in managing client accounts.
Contributed to a 20% increase in customer retention through proactive engagement and service excellence.
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Summary
Gained practical experience in legal chambers, focusing on case preparation and litigation support.
Highlights
Supported case file preparation, contributing 40% to overall team efficiency under supervision.
Gained practical knowledge of litigation strategies and contributed to 30% of case discussions through research assistance.
Observed courtroom proceedings to develop practical understanding of judicial protocols and courtroom etiquette.
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Summary
Observed and assisted in court proceedings to understand judicial processes and administrative tasks.
Highlights
Gained insights into judicial decision-making and courtroom dynamics by observing proceedings under judicial guidance.
Acquired comprehensive understanding of litigation procedures and courtroom etiquette.
Provided administrative support, ensuring 90% compliance with organizational standards.
Volunteer
Father's Love Initiative
|Founder & Head
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Summary
Established and currently lead a faith-based initiative dedicated to mentoring and empowering vulnerable teen girls who have experienced abuse or trauma.
Highlights
Developing foundational programs to foster healing, resilience, and spiritual growth for participants.
Languages
English
Fluent
Skills
Legal Research Platforms
LexisNexis, Westlaw, Law Pavilion.
Client Relationship Management
Salesforce.
Office Productivity
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook.
Digital Collaboration
Zoom, Microsoft Teams.
Legal Document Management
Document Review, Drafting, Case Management, Organization.
Communication & Collaboration
Team Collaboration, Professional Communication.
Customer Service
Client Satisfaction, Account Management.
Litigation Support
Case Preparation, Courtroom Procedures, Dispute Resolution.
Legal Advisory
Strategic Counsel, Compliance, Corporate Legal Services.
Interests
Community Engagement
Mentoring vulnerable youth, Empowerment programs, Faith-based initiatives, Community development.
Legal Scholarship
Legal research, Legal writing, Scholarly advancements.
Reading & Learning
Law, History, Societal development, Literature.