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About Adaeze Emilia Mbakwe
I’m a forward-thinking Legal and Administrative Professional with over a decade of experience across the private and public sectors. I combine a deep understanding of legal and regulatory processes with cutting-edge digital skills to optimise operations, enhance compliance, and drive strategic efficiency. I’m passionate about the intersection of law, technology, and artificial intelligence, and I actively explore how emerging AI tools can transform legal research, document management, and professional productivity. My digital fluency and adaptability have positioned me as a trusted advocate for innovation and tech-driven excellence in the modern workplace. In 2024, I was honoured as the Winner of the Virtual Quiz Competition at the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Annual General Conference, a recognition of my digital versatility and legal acumen. As a mentor, I’m deeply committed to empowering professionals to embrace technology, build meaningful networks, and thrive in a digitally evolving legal ecosystem.
Area of expertise
Expertise
Manager, Legal
Skills
Problem solving
Critical thinking
Communication
Conflict resolution
Research
Tools
Zoom
Notion
Confluence
Google Workspace
Microsoft Office
Interest Topics
Legal Drafting
Legal Research and Analysis
Contract Review and Negotiation
Case Management and Litigation Support
Regulatory Compliance
Experience
Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund
Manager, Legal
Sep 2013 - Current
Provide legal advisory services on statutory, financial, and labour regulations, ensuring organizational compliance and mitigating institutional risk. Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, MoUs, and agreements to protect the Fund’s interests and minimize legal exposure, using Grammarly and AI tools to ensure accuracy and clarity. Oversee litigation, dispute resolution, and enforcement processes, managing case files with accurate documentation and timely reporting. Conduct in-depth legal research using AI-powered tools (LawPavilion, Modulaw, Legalpedia, ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, DeepSeek) to support advisory opinions, contract reviews, and litigation strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to review and redesign contractual agreements, enhancing clarity, compliance, and reducing disputes. Introduce and integrate digital tools, including e-signature platforms and document management systems, streamlining contract execution and case management. Mentor and coach junior legal staff in enforcement, compliance, case management, and professional development, building departmental capacity and improving team performance. Facilitate cross-functional case and compliance meetings, advising teams and strengthening client partnerships to enhance collaboration and knowledge-sharing. Guide colleagues in task prioritization, scheduling, inbox management, and workflow organization, ensuring high-priority projects and deadlines are consistently met.