Muinat Modupe Kazeem
Karu
Summary
A detail-oriented and versatile Lawyer with a proven track record in media relations, strategic communication, and brand management. Skilled in crafting compelling narratives, crisis management, and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and consistent achievement of results. Adaptable and reliable, with excellent verbal and written communication skills, and ability to thrive in dynamic environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Public Relations Officer/Deputy Legal Adviser
Epitome Model Islamic Schools
03.2019 - Current
- Draft and review legal documents, contracts, and compliance reports for school operations.
- Serve as the primary liaison between the school, parents, and external stakeholders.
- Provided internal communication support, facilitating information flow among employees and departments.
- Supported executive leadership by crafting speeches and presentations that effectively communicated company values and vision.
- Manage media relations and oversee event coverage to enhance the school’s public image.
- Resolve disputes and provide legal counsel to the management team.
- Streamline administrative processes, including proposal reviews and email correspondence.
Associate Counsel
Emmanuel Okang & Co.
08.2017 - 02.2019
- Conducted legal research, gathered evidence, and drafted motions, agreements, and court filings.
- Managed client communications, witness interviews, and trial preparations.
- Provided administrative support to senior lawyers, improving office efficiency.
- Developed comprehensive employee training programs to promote understanding of relevant laws and regulations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of relevant case law affecting the organization, applying insights to improve internal practices and policies.
- Served as liaison between the organization and regulatory authorities during audits or inspections, ensuring effective communication throughout the process.
- Reduced litigation exposure by proactively identifying potential legal issues and implementing preventative measures.
- Developed strategies to resolve cases in client's best interest.
- Provided legal counsel to clients on diverse business, financial and civil matters.
- Researched and interpreted laws, rulings and regulations to advise clients on business and legal transactions.
Corps Member
Tertiary Education Trust Fund
12.2014 - 10.2015
- Assisted legal officers in case preparations and document reviews.
- Compiled and organized memos for Board of Directors’ meetings.
- Increased team morale through active participation in unit training exercises, fostering camaraderie among colleagues.
- Developed rapport with customers through active listening skills, leading to higher retention rates and positive feedback from clients.
- Collaborated with team members to develop best practices for consistent customer service delivery.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to new hires, contributing to their successful integration into the team.
- Maintained detailed records of customer interactions and transactions, ensuring accurate documentation and follow-up.
Education
B.L -
Nigerian Law School
Bwari, Abuja01.2014
BACHELORS OF LAW - LL.B
University of Ilorin
Ilorin, Kwara State01.2013
Skills
- Good written and oral communication skill
- Result-oriented
- Interpersonal skills
- Time management
- Corporate governance skills
- Legal research skills
- Active listening
- Flexibility and Adaptability skills
- Good decision-making skill
- Efficient
- Detail-oriented
- Highly organized
- Good leadership quality
- Team player
- Critical thinking
- Press release writing
- Stakeholder relationship management
- Crisis response
- Creative direction
- Social media expertise
- Communications strategies
- Fundraising support
- PR strategy oversight
- Quality and compliance
Certification
- Certificate in Diplomacy, Peace and Conflict Management, CLEMADS Global Consulting Ltd, Abuja
- Associate member of the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria (ACIS, ICSAN)
Affiliations
- Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)
- Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators (ICSAN)
Languages
English
Yoruba
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Writing
REFERANCES
Adetomi Naja’at Adetoye Executive Director Administration, Epitome Model Islamic Schools,
+234 8172022402
Abdulkareem Ademola Mashood Lecturer, Faculty of Law, Department of Public S Private Law, Federal University Dutsinma, Katsina State
+234 8035877268
Timeline
Public Relations Officer/Deputy Legal Adviser
Epitome Model Islamic Schools
03.2019 - Current
Associate Counsel
Emmanuel Okang & Co.
08.2017 - 02.2019
Corps Member
Tertiary Education Trust Fund
12.2014 - 10.2015
BACHELORS OF LAW - LL.B
University of Ilorin
B.L -
Nigerian Law School
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