PETER OZAKA
Airdrie,Alberta
Summary
Experienced legal professional with a proven track record of constructing and prevailing in cases. Skilled in comprehending the complexities of laws, adept at formulating compelling oral arguments and written positions. Committed to fulfilling clients' requirements with top-notch legal representation, boasting over 8 years of expertise in civil and criminal dispute resolution, negotiation, legal administrative support, risk management, regulatory compliance, and general legal advisory.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Analyst
Enrich Group
Calgary, Alberta
05.2021 - Current
- Conducted training sessions on workplace compliance to mitigate liability risks.
- Examined legal documents and performed associated data entry to ensure accuracy and adherence to various statutes impacting mortgage transactions.
- Verified title accuracy through internal applications and enforcement of laws derived from numerous statutes and court decisions.
- Addressed incoming requests for client data from law enforcement and third parties, tracked requests, and managed them in accordance with client policies.
- Orchestrated the organization of exhibits and arguments to present evidence on behalf of clients.
- Facilitated compliance in day-to-day operations by preparing and updating policies, as well as assisting in internal audits and assessments.
- Collaborated with attorneys to identify legal and compliance risks to the business, conducted investigations, and provided recommendations for solutions.
Senior Adjudicator
Easyfinancial Services Inc
Calgary, Alberta
01.2020 - 05.2021
- Review and assess cases, claims, or disputes presented to determine their validity and adherence to relevant laws and policies.
- Conduct thorough research and analysis of legal and factual information related to each case, gathering all necessary evidence to make informed decisions.
- Ensure that all adjudication decisions align with applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies.
- Effectively communicate decisions to involved parties, providing clear and concise explanations for the basis of each determination.
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of case information, decisions, and supporting documentation.
- Collaborate with legal professionals, investigators, and other stakeholders to gather additional information and insights relevant to the adjudication process.
- Stay updated on changes in relevant laws and regulations, and actively contribute to the enhancement of adjudication processes and procedures.
- Ensure timely resolution of cases while maintaining a high standard of accuracy and fairness.
Compliance Specialist
Canadian Tire Financial Services
St. Catharines, ON
03.2018 - 02.2020
- Stay abreast of relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards applicable to our organization.
- Interpret and communicate regulatory requirements to the management team and staff.
- Develop, review, and update company policies to ensure alignment with current regulations and industry best practices.
- Work collaboratively with various departments to implement and enforce policies.
- Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential compliance risks and vulnerabilities.
- Develop strategies to mitigate and manage identified risks.
- Design and conduct compliance training programs for employees to raise awareness and ensure understanding of compliance policies and procedures.
- Establish and implement monitoring systems to track compliance with policies and regulatory requirements.
- Prepare and present regular reports to management on the status of compliance efforts.
- Conduct internal investigations in response to reported violations or concerns.
Collaborate with other departments to address and resolve compliance issues. - Coordinate internal and external compliance audits.
Develop and implement corrective action plans based on audit findings. - Maintain comprehensive records related to compliance activities, including policies, training materials, and audit reports.
- Ensure proper documentation of compliance processes and decisions.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies and authorities.
Coordinate responses to inquiries and requests for information. - Identify opportunities for improvement in the compliance program and proactively implement enhancements.
In-House Lawyer
Corporate Affairs Commission
FCT, Abuja
06.2009 - 03.2018
- Provide legal counsel and advice to the Corporate Affairs Commission on a broad spectrum of legal matters, including corporate law, commercial transactions, and regulatory compliance.
- Ensure adherence to corporate governance principles and practices within the organization. Provide legal input into corporate policies and procedures.
- Monitor changes in laws and regulations affecting corporate affairs and compliance.
- Develop and implement compliance programs to ensure the CAC's activities align with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Analyze proposed legislation and regulations related to corporate affairs.
Provide recommendations and insights on the potential impact of legislative changes. - Review, draft, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and legal documents.
Ensure that contractual arrangements comply with relevant laws and protect the CAC's interests. - Manage and oversee legal disputes involving the CAC.
- Work to resolve disputes through negotiation, mediation, or litigation as necessary.
- Manage and protect the intellectual property assets of the Corporate Affairs Commission.
- Provide legal guidance on trademark registration, copyright, and other intellectual property matters.
- Stay abreast of legal developments, precedents, and industry best practices.
Provide legal training to CAC staff to enhance awareness of legal issues and compliance requirements. - Build and maintain positive relationships with relevant government bodies, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders.
Represent the CAC in legal matters involving government entities. - Contribute to the development and review of internal policies and procedures and ensure that organizational policies align with legal standards and best practices.
- Provide legal support to the CAC's board of directors. Assist in ensuring that board activities adhere to legal requirements and corporate governance principles.
- Develop and implement legal training programs for CAC staff.
Enhance the legal knowledge and capabilities of the organization's workforce. - Identify legal risks associated with the CAC's operations.
Develop strategies to mitigate legal risks and ensure compliance with legal standards.
Education
Diploma - Law
Law School
Bwari FCT05.2007
LLB (Bachelor’s degree) -
Rivers State University
01.2006
Skills
Detail oriented with strong legal drafting and negotiation skills
Excellent negotiation skills with a practical approach to problem solving and conflict resolution
Excellent Communication skills (written and oral)
Strong leadership,administrative and organizational skills
Ability to work collaboratively, cultivate and maintain inter personal relationships
Ability to work with minimal to zero supervision
Excellent time management skills in prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines
Practical problem solver
Analytical and creative in thinking
Adaptable and open-minded
Ability to work with a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural team;
Excellent Microsoft office skill
Excellent customer service skills
Keen listener
Ability to understand issues of fact and law
Achievements
- Effectively managed a substantial caseload within the most challenging circuit.
- Played an active role in preparing and prosecuting numerous cases before an administrative tribunal, resulting in our clients securing awards exceeding 100 million Naira against their employers.
- Successfully crafted, reviewed, and negotiated more than 100 intricate and high-value commercial contracts during the period 2009-2018, thereby mitigating risk liabilities and preventing unwarranted exposure for our client's company.
- Achieved a consistent reduction in litigation costs year after year through strategic litigation portfolio management in 2014-2018.
- Utilizing negotiation and dispute resolution skills, successfully closed over 85% of the assigned Contract Portfolio, resulting in substantial cost savings for our clients.
Accomplishments
Available upon request.
Timeline
Analyst
Enrich Group
05.2021 - Current
Senior Adjudicator
Easyfinancial Services Inc
01.2020 - 05.2021
Compliance Specialist
Canadian Tire Financial Services
03.2018 - 02.2020
In-House Lawyer
Corporate Affairs Commission
06.2009 - 03.2018
Diploma - Law
Law School
LLB (Bachelor’s degree) -
Rivers State University
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