Kurisani Ashinar Mathye
Candidate Attorney
Kaalfontein Ex 1, Midrand
Summary
Motivated and detail-orientated law graduate with a strong academic foundation in legal principles, research, case analysis and writing. Passionate about gaining practical experience in litigation, corporate & commercial law, contract law and legal compliance. Adept at legal research and writing, case preparation and possess strong interpersonal skills that will aid in effective client consultations. Possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a commitment to ethical legal practice. Seeking an opportunity as a candidate attorney to apply legal knowledge, develop advocacy and legal skills, and contribute effectively to a dynamic legal team.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
9
9
Certifications
7
7
Languages
Work History
Student Assistant
University of the Western Cape
02.2022 - 03.2025
- Coordinated department transport request bookings, booking vehicles for service with service providers, and preparing monthly vehicle reports.
- Assigned duties and scheduled shifts for 7 student drivers.
- Supported administrative staff with data entry tasks, ensuring accuracy in record-keeping systems.
- Compiled, transcribed, distributed minutes of the meetings, carried out photocopying and scanning tasks to support staff.
- Supervised 67 student assistants during June and December holidays to work for the vocational period in the department.
- Implemented an online booking system for transport in 2023 and coordinated 12 special projects.
- Processed 3580 June and December vacation applications between 2022 June and 2024 December.
- Provided excellent customer service to students and staff at the front desk, addressing inquiries and concerns promptly.
Tutor
Uniqueness Tutoring Centre
01.2020 - 04.2022
- Tutored Physical Science and Mathematics subjects for Grade 12.
- Tutored over 300 learners using personalised plans and provided assessment feedback
- Coordinated Scheduling and logistics for tutoring sessions, ensuring a smooth efficient learning experience for all involved.
Teacher's Assistant
Murogolo Primary School
12.2020 - 04.2021
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work for Grades 4 - 7.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to learners based on results.
- Coordinated exam invigilation for up to 35 students in a sitting.
- Provided administrative support to teachers, including organising learning resources and assisted with report writing.
Education
Master of Laws - Corporate & Commercial Law
University of The Western Cape
Cape Town, South Africa 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Laws - Law
University of The Western Cape
Cape Town 04.2001 -
National Senior Certificate -
Makhado Comprehensive Secondary School
Louis Trichardt, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
- Corporate law & governance
- Case law analysis
- Legal drafting
- Legal writing and research
- Legislation interpretation and analysis
- Administrative tasks
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Teams)
- Google work space (Docs, Sheets, Slides)
- Basic Data Analysis
- Report writing and presentation skills
Hard Skills
Techinical Skills
- Analytical & critical thinking
- Leadership & teamwork
- Time management & adaptability
- Confidentiality & ethics
- Problem-solving under pressure
- Strong writing and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Strong planning and flexibility
- Deadline driven
- Client service knowledge
Durable Skills
Certification
Anti-Money Laundering Training - Udemy
Co-curricular activities & Community Involvement
2023 - 2025 Deputy Chairperson, UWC Tsonga Student Society
2023 - 2024 Public Relations & Media Officer, Liberty Residence House Committee.
Accomplishments
- 2023: UWC Deputy Vice Chancellor Award for Leadership (Work-study programme)
- 2022: Student Assistant of the year (UWC Residential Services)
- 2022: Member, Golden Key International Honour Society
- 2018: 2nd Top Achiever in Grade 12 Physical Science and Geography
References
- Donovan April - Coordinator, UWC Residential Services/ 0820933366/ dapril@uwc.ac.za
- Lesley Messiah - Business & Assets Coordinator, UWC Residential Services/ 0609269945/ lmessiah@uwc.ac.za
- Mawinisa Nkanyani - Deputy Chairperson, Uniqueness Tutoring Centre/ 0761828630
- Tiyani Ngobeni - Mentor, CT Ngobeni Attorneys/ 0722812940/ tiyani@ctngobeniinc.co.za
- Vincent Nditsheni Mulaudzi - Principal, Murogolo Primary School/ 0632340408/ murogolop@gmail.com
Timeline
Anti-Money Laundering Training - Udemy
04-2025
Certified Fraud Examiner Essentials - Udemy
04-2025
Fundamentals of Compliance Risk Management - Udemy
04-2025
Introduction to Compliance Risk Management -Udemy
04-2025
Drafting pf Commercial Contracts - Udemy
04-2025
Cyber Security Law - Udemy
03-2025
Microsoft Powerpoint Design & Presentation - Linkedin
03-2025
Paralegal Short Course - UWC
11-2024
International Law Reform Course - Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang
09-2023
Student Assistant
University of the Western Cape
02.2022 - 03.2025
Teacher's Assistant
Murogolo Primary School
12.2020 - 04.2021
Tutor
Uniqueness Tutoring Centre
01.2020 - 04.2022
Master of Laws - Corporate & Commercial Law
University of The Western Cape
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Laws - Law
University of The Western Cape
04.2001 -
National Senior Certificate -
Makhado Comprehensive Secondary School
04.2001 -
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