Jonathan Cloete

I am a critical thinker with an analytical mindset and exceptional public speaking skills. I am used to and excel in producing results to tight deadlines, making critical decisions and problem-solving. I am organized, and outstanding at document control, negotiation and deep-dive research. I enjoy utilizing my superior communication skills to build meaningful,  trusting relationships that exceed client demands. Highly skilled administrator with outstanding leadership abilities to meet targets consistently.

KJB Attorneys (2016 - current):

Supported legal counsel to draft and review commercial agreements and related ancillary documents. 

Prepared and filed legal documents with courts and other governmental agencies, following protocols. 

Tracked deadlines and managed multiple administrative tasks prioritising based on urgency. Identified and implemented changes in business processes reflecting regulatory change. 

Updated contractual templates to reflect changes in legislation. Attended meetings and briefings tracking legislation and summarising important details for further review. 

Interviewed individuals involved in legal proceedings gathering factual information about cases. 

Responded accurately to legal and contractual questions from internal and external stakeholders. 

Used software and technology to increase the efficiency of legal team, business and other external and internal stakeholders. 

Supported various legal work including procurement, professional services, and intellectual property. 

Performed due diligence on investment opportunities verifying appointment of external counsel. 

Developed new template documents on surrounding laws and processes for the department. 

Reviewed statutes and regulations finding precedents for cases for Counsel to review. 

Researched applicable laws and legal precedents supporting cases. 

Communicated with cross-functional departmental teams to maintain and update spreadsheets with details of corporate and legal issues. Built case understanding by scrutinizing legal evidence and documentation. 

Provided accurate, helpful, and up-to-date legal advice on legal matters. 

Compiled and presented legal documents in line with standard procedures. 

Supported clients' business interests with sound legal advice and documents. 

Developed strong argument strategies based on evidence findings. 

Interviewed clients and witnesses to gather data and evidence. Created contracts, real estate transactions, and wills to client specifications. 

Communicated clearly in high-pressure situations, always acting with confidence. Crafted strong legal cases using a thorough understanding of inter alia property law, insolvency law, banking, and credit law. 

Negotiated settlements on the client's behalf, obtaining deals to suit both parties. 

Protected clients' interests during legal proceedings. Undertook legal business on clients' behalf in lease and sale agreements. 

Conducted information analysis on large quantities of data, distilling complex findings into presentable arguments. 

Consulted with clients to inform legal decision-making. Respected court procedures and adhered to confidentiality practices. 

Facilitated negotiations by moderating discussions between multiple parties.

LLB Hon degree (UNISA)