OLUWAFADEKEMI FALOLA
Regina,Canada
Summary
Observant contract manager of 8 years experience. Committed to protecting people and property while maintaining law and order. Well-versed in contract review, conflict resolution, legal research, negotiation, and administrative support. Dutiful and diligent individual with solid history of achievement in contract project management and Legal compliance.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Adviser: Contract Manager
Adewale Okeyode & Co
11.2019 - 03.2023
- Developed strong relationships with clients and vendors, fostering mutually beneficial partnerships.
- Coordinated regular contract reviews to identify areas for improvement or renegotiation opportunities.
- Improved efficiency of contract management processes by reducing contract processing time by 35%, cutting the average time from 10 days to 6.5 days, and increasing the number of contracts processed per month by 25%, from 80 to 100 contracts, through the implementation of a centralized database system.
- Achieved successful contract negotiations by thoroughly reviewing and analyzing proposals, agreements, and terms.
- Monitored contracts' performance to detect non-compliance with terms and deficient returns and organize proactive resolutions.
- Analyzed new laws and regulations to identify required changes and proactively adjust systems.
- Interpreted contract terms and coordinated solutions to resolve disputes between clients and service providers.
- Ensured compliance with all legal requirements by diligently monitoring contracts and maintaining up-to-date knowledge on regulations.
- Tracked contracts for management and issued regular tracking reports covering current status and upcoming milestones.
- Enhanced communication and collaboration with internal stakeholders, ensuring contract requirements were clearly understood and met.
- Reduced legal risks by 40%, decreasing the number of legal disputes from 15 to 9 per year, and avoided potential penalties amounting to $200,000 by ensuring all contracts were in compliance with applicable laws and regulations."
- Resolved contractual disputes in a timely manner, minimizing potential risks and financial losses for the company.
- Negotiated and administered leasing and service contracts for Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria.
- Facilitated communication between internal teams and external partners, ensuring seamless collaboration throughout the contracting process.
Litigation Attorney
Crown Solicitors
11.2016 - 10.2019
- Prepared clients for depositions and trial testimony, enhancing their credibility as key witnesses.
- Participated in mediation sessions, effectively advocating for client interests while working towards amicable resolutions.
- Conducted thorough legal research to support case arguments and inform litigation strategy decisions.
- Presented compelling arguments during trial proceedings, securing favorable verdicts on behalf of clients.
- Reduced client liability through meticulous analysis of legal documents and evidence.
- Negotiated favorable settlements for clients by leveraging strong communication and persuasion skills.
Legal Researcher
Afe Babalola Chambers
10.2015 - 11.2016
- Improved accuracy of case citations by rigorously proofreading all written work product before submission to attorneys or courts.
- Located authoritative and relevant legal precedent to assess probable outcomes and potential arguments.
- "Discovered and confirmed case information by retrieving financial records and correspondence documents using CaseMap."
- Prepared concise and comprehensive memoranda summarizing key research for clients using Microsoft Word
Education
Master of Laws - Law
University of Ibadan
Nigeria11.2019
Call To Bar Certificate - Law
NIGERIA LAW SCHOOL
Nigeria 04.2015
Bachelor of Laws - Law
Obafemi Awolowo UniV
NIGERIA 04.2014
Skills
- Contract drafting
- Cost Control
- Dispute Resolution
- Legal Compliance
- Analytical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Negotiation
- Operational Reporting
Timeline
Legal Adviser: Contract Manager
Adewale Okeyode & Co
11.2019 - 03.2023
Litigation Attorney
Crown Solicitors
11.2016 - 10.2019
Legal Researcher
Afe Babalola Chambers
10.2015 - 11.2016
Master of Laws - Law
University of Ibadan
Call To Bar Certificate - Law
NIGERIA LAW SCHOOL
Bachelor of Laws - Law
Obafemi Awolowo UniV
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