Silas Buowe
London, Ontario,ON
Summary
Skilled professional knowledgeable about curriculum development. Desiring to advance understanding of legal research and to assist students' training in the field of law.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University of Western Ontario
London, Ontario
09.2024 - Current
- Supported professor in implementing rigorous teaching and learning experiences.
- Adhered to university requirements for student assignments, testing and grading of work.
- Graded student assignments and exams, providing feedback on their performance.
- Met with supervisors to discuss grades or complete grade-related paperwork.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Facilitated discussions among students during class sessions.
- Displayed strong work ethic and promoted respect and humility among individuals.
- Collaborated with faculty members to develop innovative ways of teaching concepts.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching pedagogy or technology use in classrooms.
- Developed online quizzes and other assessments to evaluate student understanding of course material.
- Assisted professors in designing course syllabi and lesson plans.
- Evaluated and graded examinations, assignments or papers and recorded grades.
G.S Buowe & Associates(Legal Practice)
Private Law Practice
Oleh, Delta State, Nigeria
01.2008 - 07.2024
- Interpreted legislation, court rulings and judgements to advise clients on their rights and responsibilities under the law.
- Managed communications between clients, witnesses and opposing counsel in medical negligence cases.
- Interviewed clients and expert witnesses to acquire additional insight into medical error and negligence.
- Drafted documents such as contracts, and court processes especially for torts and general medical negligence.
- Assisted junior attorneys in preparing pleadings, motions or trial exhibits for use in court cases.
- Presented court cases to judges.
- Examined legal data to determine advisability of defending or prosecuting lawsuits.
- Developed strategies for defending against claims made by opposing counsel during litigation proceedings.
- Prepared legal opinions regarding various areas of law especially health law cases.
- Prepared legal briefs and appeals and filed with state and federal courts as required.
- Interpreted legal instruments, agreements, memoranda of understanding and internal policies for governing bodies.
- Used in-depth knowledge of legal precedents to analyze probable outcomes of cases.
- Researched case law using online databases such as LexisNexis or Westlaw to support arguments presented before judges.
- Attended conferences related to the practice area of expertise to stay up-to-date with law trends.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
- Conducted legal research and analysis to draft legal opinions, studies and reports.
- Conducted research into complex legal issues and drafted briefs for court cases.
- Advised clients regarding legal matters, especially on claims and liability in health law.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Delta State University
Oleh, Delta State, Nigeria
02.2022 - 06.2024
- Supported professor in implementing rigorous teaching and learning experiences.
- Led discussion sessions, tutorials, and quizzes.
- Facilitated discussions among students during class sessions.
- Scheduled and maintained regular office hours to meet with students.
- Displayed strong work ethic and promoted respect and humility among individuals.
- Returned assignments to students to comply with established deadlines.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to various aspects of teaching or the use of technology in classrooms.
- Evaluated and graded examinations, assignments or papers and recorded grades.
- Assisted professors in designing course syllabi and lesson plans.
- Met with supervisors to discuss grades or complete grade-related paperwork.
- Organized lectures, seminars, workshops, and other activities related to the subject matter of the class.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades, and behavioral issues.
- Researched new topics related to the subject matter of the course.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
- Tutored or mentored students in need of additional instruction.
Member of Parliament
Delta State Government
Asaba, Delta State, Nigeria
06.2003 - 05.2007
- Wrote legislation and amendments, set policies and oversaw budgets.
- Reviewed concerns of constituents to determine required governmental action.
- Upheld strong constituent relations in public meetings, community events, and robust feedback system through office staff.
- Built and deepened partnerships with other politicians to more effectively carry out agendas.
- Collaborated with colleagues on legislative strategy initiatives.
- Responded to constituent inquiries regarding legislative issues.
- Drafted, reviewed, and presented proposed legislations related to assigned issue areas.
- Prepared briefing materials for hearings or floor debates.
- Assisted in developing policy positions for the Government.
High School Teacher
Itor College
Ughelli, Delta State, Nigeria
09.1998 - 05.2003
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet individual student needs.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
- Assessed student classroom performance to report on progress.
- Assessed student performance, behavior and social development and devised improvement strategies for struggling children.
- Kept regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance and attendance.
- Scheduled group and private tutoring sessions to assist students requiring extra help.
- Reviewed textbooks and other instructional materials regularly to ensure they are up-to-date with current content standards.
- Maintained accurate attendance records and report cards for many students.
- Identified students' needs and cooperated with other staff members to develop solutions for, behavioral and learning challenges.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to curriculum design.
- Instructed classes in accordance with established curricula guidelines.
- Studied and stayed abreast of current topics in education.
- Used school and public library resources to provide extra educational opportunities for students.
Education
Ph.D. - Law
University of Western Ontario
London, ON05-2028
LL.M - Law
Delta State University
07-2024
B.L (Barrister At Law) - Law
Nigeria Law School
05-2007
LL.B - Law
Delta State University
Abraka, Nigeria12-2004
Bachelor of Arts (Ed.) - History
Delta State University
Abraka, Nigeria06-1998
Skills
- Leadership strength
- Lesson planning
- Research and analysis
- Research expertise
- Research support
- Assignment grading
- Test proctoring
- Tutoring and mentoring
Accomplishments
- Best graduating student with a rare CGPA of 4.92/5.0
- Leadership Award for Peace and Community Development
- Contested and was elected as a member of parliament while studying as an undergraduate law student
Languages
English
Full Professional
Research Experience/Publications
1. Technology-related Medical Negligence: A Critical Evaluation of Legal Frameworks and Regulations, Indian Journal of Law and Legal Research, Volume V, Issue VI| ISSN: 2582-8878 - https://www.ijllr.com/post/technology-related-medical-negligence-a-critical-evaluation-of-the-legal-frameworks-and-regulations
2. Critique of Nigeria's medical negligence legal frameworks: Need for reforms (Indian Journal of Law and Legal Research, Volume V, Issue VI)|ISSN: 2582-8878 - https://www.ijllr.com/post/critique-of-Nigeria-medical-negligence-legal-frameworks-need-for-reforms
3. Examining Legal Remedies for Medical Negligence, Dynamic Multidisciplinary Journal of Nigeria, Delta State University Library, Abraka, Delta State, Nigeria - https://scholar.google.com/scholar?hl=en&as_sdt=0,5&q=silas+buowe&btnG=
Timeline
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University of Western Ontario
09.2024 - Current
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Delta State University
02.2022 - 06.2024
G.S Buowe & Associates(Legal Practice)
Private Law Practice
01.2008 - 07.2024
Member of Parliament
Delta State Government
06.2003 - 05.2007
High School Teacher
Itor College
09.1998 - 05.2003
Ph.D. - Law
University of Western Ontario
LL.M - Law
Delta State University
B.L (Barrister At Law) - Law
Nigeria Law School
LL.B - Law
Delta State University
Bachelor of Arts (Ed.) - History
Delta State University
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