Summary
Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
Community Engagements
Publications
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Kikelomo Bukola  Odeyemi

Kikelomo Bukola Odeyemi

Law
Calgary,Alberta

Summary

Dual qualified Lawyer with over 10 years experience as a Nigerian decision maker. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Offers excellent problem-solving, conflict resolution and communication abilities.

Work History

Volunteer Legal Assistant

Bim Law
05.2023 - Current

· Attended court hearings with lead counsel

· Organized legal files by scanning, copying, indexing, and coding.

· Conducted legal research and analysis in areas relevant to the law practice.

· Compiled and organized evidence for court proceedings, including witness statements and trial exhibits.

· Analyzed and summarized statutes, ordinances, and other legal materials.

· Assisted in client preparation for hearings and adjudicatory interviews.

· Drafted legal memos summarizing complex legal issues and providing recommendations to attorneys.

· Organized evidence to prepare for trial.

· Analyzed case law to identify key issues in litigation matters while researching statutes relevant to the case at hand.

· Gathered and analyzed research data and presented reports of significant findings.

  • Facilitated timely resolution of legal matters by preparing and organizing essential documents.

Case Manager

Childrens' Cottage Society
09.2023 - 09.2024
  • Achieved positive client outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive case management plans.
  • Enhanced communication between clients and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates.
  • Coordinated essential services for clients, resulting in improved overall well-being and self sufficiency.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address client needs and formulate tailored support strategies.
  • Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
  • Facilitated successful transitions between levels of care by developing detailed discharge plans and coordinating resources.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.

Chief Magistrate

Lagos State Judiciary
Lagos, Nigeria
11.2015 - 03.2023
  • Reviewed pleadings, motions and evidence to assess admissibility and relevance to case.
  • Managed a diverse caseload spanning civil, criminal, family law matters with diligence and attention to detail.
  • Collaborated with court staff to improve administrative procedures, resulting in reduced wait times for litigants and increased overall satisfaction.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.

Senior Magistrate

Lagos State Judiciary
Lagos, Nigeria
03.2010 - 03.2015
  • Adjudicated on diverse civil cases, interpreting complex contract documents, resolving disputes and conflicts arising out of proper interpretation of various contracts between legal and natural persons, thus delivered judgments and rulings based on sound legal research of relevant regulatory laws.
  • As an arbitrator/mediator, reviewing and advising on potential contract terms.
  • Issued warrants for search, arrest, or detention based on probable cause findings.
  • Exercised discretion in granting bail or imposing pretrial release conditions for defendants awaiting trial.
  • Heard oral debate and testimony before court to establish case facts and litigants' arguments.
  • Facilitated timely resolutions by effectively managing high caseloads and prioritizing urgent matters.

Legal Intern

Osuji & Smith Lawyers
Calgary, Alberta
10.2024 - Current
  • Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
  • Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
  • Analyzed and applied legal principles and performed legal research to support litigation strategy.
  • Prepared and reviewed contracts and other legal documents following applicable regulations.
  • Delivered exceptional client service through attentive listening, empathetic understanding, and creative problem-solving to address individual needs.
  • Drafted precise contracts that clearly outlined obligations between parties while anticipating potential areas of conflict or dispute.
  • Achieved favorable case outcomes by meticulously researching legal precedents and preparing persuasive arguments.

Education

Certificate of Qualification CQ - Canadian Law

National Committee On Accreditation (NCA)
09.2023

Post-Graduate Diploma in Public Administration -

Adeleke University
01.2020

Master of Laws (LL.M) - Law

University of Lagos
Lagos Nigeria
04.2014 - 11.2015

Certificate of Call to Bar -

Nigerian Law School
Lagos, Nigeria
01.1992

Bachelor of Laws (LL. B) -

Obafemi Awolowo University
01.1991

Skills

  • Contract drafting,review, management and conflict resolution
  • Analyzing legal documents and evaluating risks
  • Addressing contract-related challenges and finding solutions
  • Overseeing, administering, and enforcing contracts
  • Excellent networking and advocacy skills
  • Excellent judgment, critical thinking, and tackle ambiguity and complex problems effectively and efficiently
  • Highly organized and efficient
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Proficient computer skills
  • Intermediate skills in Microsoft Word, Teams, and Outlook
  • Basic skills in Microsoft Excel
  • File Maintenance
  • Preparing Summaries
  • Agreement Drafting
  • Case Management
  • Documentation And Reporting
  • Progress Evaluations
  • Case Needs Assessment
  • Annual Case Reviews
  • Resource Management

Accomplishments

Published author of the book ' SUCH OTHER COURT: INFERIOR COURT? INFERIOR JUSTICE!

Community Engagements

International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA, Lagos, Nigeria), 2015, 02/2023

Publications

  • Such Other Court’ Inferior Courts? Inferior Justice, Research work in response to the non-independence of Nigerian lower courts, 2021
  • Rape and Low Conviction Rates in Nigeria: A Systemic Failure or Case for Law Reform, Business Law Journal, Rivers State University, Port-Harcourt, Nigeria, 2021

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Affiliations

  • 1. ADR Institute of Alberta, Canada Feb 2022 – Present Member
  • Member Law Society of Alberta

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Legal Intern

Osuji & Smith Lawyers
10.2024 - Current

Case Manager

Childrens' Cottage Society
09.2023 - 09.2024

Volunteer Legal Assistant

Bim Law
05.2023 - Current

Chief Magistrate

Lagos State Judiciary
11.2015 - 03.2023

Master of Laws (LL.M) - Law

University of Lagos
04.2014 - 11.2015

Senior Magistrate

Lagos State Judiciary
03.2010 - 03.2015

Certificate of Qualification CQ - Canadian Law

National Committee On Accreditation (NCA)

Post-Graduate Diploma in Public Administration -

Adeleke University

Certificate of Call to Bar -

Nigerian Law School

Bachelor of Laws (LL. B) -

Obafemi Awolowo University
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