Chinyere Agwu Kalu
Port Moresby,NCD
Summary
A highly motivated commercial litigation lawyer, currently working in dispute resolution, focusing primarily in commercial and civil litigation in the Courts of Papua New Guinea. Skilled in researching and interpreting legal documents, resolving disputes and successfully negotiating settlements. Handles multiple tasks, prioritizes efficiently and meets tight deadlines. Able to adapt to different cultures and work in multicultural teams. Eager to develop capabilities in a vibrant organization while utilizing skills to achieve benchmarks of performance.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Commercial Litigation Lawyer
Dentons PNG
02.2021 - Current
- Assisted in preparation and review of legal documentation for business merger with market capitalization of A$21 billion .
- Drafting and reviewing of contracts for clients in Logging industry.
- Written commercial reports and advice pertaining to regulation sale and distribution of goods, financial transactions, business dealings, consumer protection, and commercial operations.
- Provided advice on interpretation of complex Commercial Legislation for foreign Companies operating within Papua New Guinea
- Provided clients with detailed advice on compliance with Companies Act and various commercial statute in conduct of their business within Papua New Guinea
- Minimized risk exposure for clients through careful advice on business operations and strategic plans, and anticipated legal concerns for clients.
- Successfully conducted debt recovery settlements for company clients outside Papua New Guinea with debtors in-country.
- Prepared pleadings, motions and other legal documents in court proceedings
- Represented clients in trial for conversion of property.
- Received increased autonomy in handling and progression of various litigation cases.
- Communicated with clients throughout litigation process to keep them informed about status of their cases and any new developments.
- Analyzed legal documents and identified pertinent issues for clients and provided advice and recommendations.
- Developed strategies for court proceedings and negotiations and counseled clients on potential outcomes of legal matters.
- Conducted research on legal issues associated with cases in areas of law not commonly practiced in Papua New Guinea
- Analyzed legal documents and identified pertinent issues for clients
Trainee Lawyer
Postgraduate Legal Training Institute
03.2018 - 03.2019
- Appeared and acted on behalf of clients, concerning legal matters at District Court
- Undertook agreed tasks diligently, within agreed processes and timelines
- Dealt with matters in various areas including Debt recovery, Civil Suits, Family Law, Tortious claims, and Legal advice
- Prepared legal files for various matters with detailed records of client grievances
- Wrote case studies, contributed ideas for research
- Performed in-depth research for advise for clients
- Keep records of activities and learning consistent with PLT provider requirements.
Legal Intern
Dentons PNG (formerly Gadens)
11.2018 - 12.2018
- Wrote case studies and performed in-depth research for legal advice for clients
- Performed research and locating case law, to aid senior lawyers
- Accompanied Senior Lawyers and Partners to National Court
- Participated in regular supervision meetings and discussed concerns with designated Senior Lawyers
- Contributed to review and evaluation of placement/program
- Complied with organization's policies, procedures and risk management requirements
- Researched for various lawyers in both Litigation and Commercial departments, involving use of both National and International cases precedents, laws and various reports.
- Sorted legal documents, filing and case materials in clear, orderly systems.
- Reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors.
Research Assistant, Development Program
Papua New Guinea National Research Institute
09.2016 - 11.2017
- Carried out interviews and research according to protocols laid out by primary researchers
- Collected and logged experimental data
- Conducted statistical analyses of data sets
- Prepared spreadsheets to portray results
- Reviewed print and online resources to gather information
- Checked facts, proofread, and edit research documents to ensure accuracy.
- Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
Education
MBA - Accounting And Finance
IU University of Applied Sciences
Bad Honnef, Germany01.2025
Certificate of Admission in National Court of Justice of PNG - Law
PNG Postgraduate Legal Training Institute
Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea03.2019
Legal Training Institute Certificate of Training - Law
Legal Training Institute
Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea03.2019
Bachelor of Laws (Honours) - Law
University of Papua New Guinea
Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea2018
International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB) -
Port Moresby International School
Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea11.2013
Skills
- Admitted to Practice
- Legal Writing and Litigation Support
- Legal Research
- Knowledge of Substantive Law and Legal Procedure
- Negotiation
- Effective Communication
- Analytical Skills
- Teamwork
- Technology Skills: Microsoft Office
Timeline
Commercial Litigation Lawyer
Dentons PNG
02.2021 - Current
Legal Intern
Dentons PNG (formerly Gadens)
11.2018 - 12.2018
Trainee Lawyer
Postgraduate Legal Training Institute
03.2018 - 03.2019
Research Assistant, Development Program
Papua New Guinea National Research Institute
09.2016 - 11.2017
MBA - Accounting And Finance
IU University of Applied Sciences
Certificate of Admission in National Court of Justice of PNG - Law
PNG Postgraduate Legal Training Institute
Legal Training Institute Certificate of Training - Law
Legal Training Institute
Bachelor of Laws (Honours) - Law
University of Papua New Guinea
International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB) -
Port Moresby International School
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