Tholoana Phooko Attorneys Profile

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Business Profile

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welcome

Opening Remarks

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The Firms Overview

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Vision Statement

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Mission Statement

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Our Difference

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The Director

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Practice Areas

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Client Portfolio

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Individual & Private Clients

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Opening Remarks It is with great pleasure and humility that I deliver

run a successful law firm in this country, I shelved the

the success story of our Firm to you. The decision to

idea away and said to myself; “Unless God speaks to

venture into private practice had always been my secret

me I will not go forward; because I know that if I do

dream cherished from law school days. Sometime in

it at His instigation and direction; there is no way i

2001, after having conducted my own research, and

could ever fail!”

having established to myself that it was possible to

The Message It was in early 2005 that I received the word from God

through big law firms. Early morning , I would stand

to go forward, and thus Tholoana Phooko Attorneys

in the miniature office and do my morning devotion;

commenced operations from humble beginnings in a

praying to God about my reason for being, and asking

cottage, in Extention 4 Gaborone. This was during an

Him to lead and guide me. God would answer in dreams

era when young lawyers feared the uncertain waters

and visions. I still recall as clear as a day, the day that

of private practice in Botswana; particularly without

the Lord spoke to me in a dream as said, “I have not

having first acquired extensive exposure to the industry

withheld anything from you!”.

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A mark of his approval. My faith and love for Him exploded as I had never imagined that God would say such a thing to me. What a blessing!

Since then I have ridden on His wings without fear of failure.

Today after 15 years, we boast of having built a formidable law practice and an outstanding reputation in the industry. We sail high as we steer our course in absolute harmony and pecision.. The goal: to establish a world-class practice, a solid and outstanding brand. To be an icon in the practice of law; a city that is set upon a hill, that cannot be hid.

Over the years we have sailed the breath and width of the practice of law and are now venturing into deeper waters and reaching out to the stars as we grow in knowledge and expertise. There are no limits; therefore we have not placed any on ourselves.

We have practiced in innumerable areas of law and executed clients’ mandates excellently. We do not doubt our abilities, our product speaks for itself. Our goal is to perfect the practice of law in Botswana, while we offer our clients the best expert legal representation together with excellent service.

As we do this we are always mindful of our corporate

improving practice management, strategy, branding

social responsibility and hence the establishment of

and building a solid expertise and specialisation in

Arise & Shine Christian Centre which offers legal

the practice of law. We have not limited ourselves to

services, business mentoring, skills development,

a few areas of practice, but currently have delineated

Christian outreach, rehabilitation and leadership

several areas of specialization. We have new offices

training christian discipleship to the underprivileged

coming up soon and will be opening another branch

and to the society as a whole. The center has made its

early next year. We remain unfazed in Botswana ‘s

presence felt in the itinerary location of Old Naledi in

practice environment.

Gaborone where we have operated a feeding centre alongside its core services.

We are people of vision, focus and determination, and are willing to take on every challenge.We hope

As for the future, our plans are growth, growth and

to enjoy this ride with you.

more growth. At this juncture the Firm is focused on

From Tholoana Phooko -Ramaijane, Practice Director.

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The Firms Overview Tholoana Phooko Attorneys is a %100 citizen owned

the Firm has grown in leaps and bounds in achieving rich

leading Gaborone/ Tlokweng based firm of legal

in-depth legal expertise and knowledge, and in retaining

practitioners. The Firm derives its legal framework under

a strong dedicated team of legal professionals, and a

the Legal Practitioner’s Act and the Business Names Act

highly competent team of paralegals and support staff.

and is registered with the Law Society of Botswana.

We at Tholoana Phooko Attorneys possess an unwavering,

Since it commenced operations on the 1st June 2005,

unrelenting and purposive goal of building a strong,

the Firm has continued to grow in attaining significant

solid and trustworthy brand in the legal landscape of

dominance in the market. During the 12 years of operation,

Botswana.

VISION STATEMENT Tholoana Phooko Attorneys strives to be an icon of excellence in the provision of legal services and attainment of justice for all. We work at creating an eternal legacy as being a highly distinguished, outstanding

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and pre-eminent law firm, by consistently delivering

Always communicating regularly and clearly with our clients;

highly skilled ethical and aggressive legal representation

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Always looking to achieve the end result desired

for our clients. Our entire organization endeavours to

by clients within the shortest time and at the

exceed the expectations of our clients in all aspects of

lowest cost;

service. We intend to retain the most competent and

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Making use of cutting-edge legal and business

excellent attorneys to provide the quality of service

technologies and methodologies, to ensure that

our clients desire.

we will continue to deliver the highest quality legal services to our clients;

We intend to achieve our desired outcomes by:-

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Striving to incorporate new practice areas and

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Always responding promptly to our clients’ needs;

opportunities so that TholoanaPhooko Attorneys

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Always managing our clients’ matters in an efficient,

can continue to adapt to the growing and ever-

caring and proactive manner;

changing environment.

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Re etleetsa molao wa Tholoana ee fang thabo e ntle

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Mission Statement To be a premier international law firm that strives to achieve results that exceed expectations through our commitment to our clients, adding maximum value to their business by:

Handling complex and sophisticated matters locally, nationally and internationally; Being accessible, efficient, responsive and technologically sophisticated; Providing extensive and worthy pro bono and public service; Promoting active involvement and leadership on the part of our Firm and ourselves; Sustaining an enriching environment through diversity and teamwork; Striving to improve while celebrating our accomplishments; and Assuring career opportunities by sustaining growth and financial strength.

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Our Difference We pursue the highest standards of excellence in the

expensive means as possible.

discharge of our duties, both technically and managerially.

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By employing cost-cutting measures such as, recovering costs of litigation from opposing parties,

Further we endeavour to offer clients the best price-

agreeing on a reduced rate for large briefs.

value relationship in the following manner.

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We believe in giving clients results they want in the

By avoiding litigation where possible and exploring

quickest manner available, as opposed to spending

negotiation, mediation and arbitration.

years in expensive litigation, which in the long run

Where litigation is necessary by exploring the least

impoverishes clients.

At Tholoana Phooko Attorneys, we deliver a full range of services across more than 20 practice groups in both litigation and commercial law. Here we practice more than just law; we nurture the lives we touch by encouraging a consistent investment in the talents and energies of our people and our community.

We continuously mentor and train our attorneys and

available to them in their cases. We keep them

staff as a strategic component of our culture. We

updated on progress as often as possible through

work hard to maintain a friendly working environment

correspondence and meetings, and thus giving them

where success-at-work and happiness-at-home are

peace of mind.

mutually inclusive.

Client satisfaction is at the top of our priorities. We We also endeavour to make clients team members

seek to maintain the highest standards of integrity at

by providing them with adequate information to

all times, and to continue learning and acquiring more

make informed decisions regarding the legal options

skills over and above ordinary client expectations.

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The Director The Principal Attorney and Practice Director of the firm, Mrs Tholoana Phooko-Ramaijane, has practiced the law for over 18 years since she obtained her LLB Degree from the University of Botswana in October 1998. Mrs. Phooko- Ramaijane is an attorney of good standing at the bar.

As the vision carrier of the firm, Mrs. Phooko-Ramaijane is a woman of great faith and drives the firm with the eagle eye of the realm of the spirit. She is a woman of courage and passion. As an attorney she has gained much respect as a seasoned, efficient, reliable and honest attorney.

Mrs Phooko-Ramaijane thrives on the practice of law, and finds all aspects of law intriguing and therefore loves to venture into uncharted territory. As a result she has developed extraordinary skill in trial advocacy and precision in the drafting of complex pleadings and intricate commercial contracts. Due to her high level of expertise, Mrs. Phooko-Ramaijane is able and confident to handle complex

Mrs Tholoana Phooko-Ramaijane

legal matters comfortably.

Practice Director

In addition to leading a successful law practice, Mrs Phooko-Ramaijane is also the founder and director of the following organisations and companies - Arise and Shine Christian Centre (Trust), Arise and Shine Recreational Centre (Pty) Ltd, Arise & Shine Legal Aid Centre (Pty) Ltd, among others.

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Practice Areas

Arbitration And Alternative Dispute Law And Practice Constitutional Law Commercial Law Company Law Criminal Law Representation And Advice Drawing And Interpretation Of Statutes And International Instruments Debt Collection Employment Law Construction Law Corporate Law, Including-Mergers And Acquisitions Estate And Property Management Law, Family Law, Inclusive Of Maintenance,

Divorce, Inheritance, Custody, Division Of Matrimonial Property, Drawing Up Of Wills, Gender Issues:- Lobbying, Training, Advocacy General Civil Litigation Intellectual Property Law, Copyright, Patents, Trademarks, Etc. Labour Law Land Law Litigation Related To Enforcement Of Gaborone City Council Bye Law And Generally Under The Townships Act Litigation In Areas Of Land Rights Litigation In Areas Of Rates Collection Litigation Under The Building Act, The Road Traffic Act Litigation In Tender Cases, Application Of The Lapad (Local Authorities Procurement And Disposal Act).

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Client Portfolio Over the years Tholoana Phooko Attorneys has rendered its services to the following corporations and bodies GABORONE CITY COUNCIL

REGENT INSURANCE BOTSWANA

BOTSWANA INSURANCE COMPANY

Litigation under the Townships Act,

Third party claims for negligence

Third party claims for negligence

the Gaborone City Council Bye-Laws,

arising from motor vehicle accidents.

arising from motor vehicle accidents

and Lapad Act (Local Authorities

This of course involves litigation at

Procurement and Asset Disposal

the magistrate, high court and court

Act). Road Traffic Act, Buildings Act,

of appeal.

LAW SOCIETY OF BOTSWANA

etc. Matters handled involve illegal billboards, outdoor advertising, debt collection, and tender litigation.

BOTSWANA GOVERNMENT

Civil

Litigation

against

legal

practitioners for violations of the Legal Practitioner’s Act.

BOTSWANA BUILDING SOCIETY Conveyancing - registration of deeds of Transfer and Mortgage Bonds, civil litigation in foreclosure proceedings before High Court.

NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT BANK - Conveyancing- registration of Surety Mortgage Bonds, etc.

- MINISTRY OF FINANCE Conveyancing- registration of deeds of transfer and mortgage

BOTSWANA GOVERNMENTMINISTRY OF TRADE AND INDUSTRY - Matters emanating from the Consumer Affairs Department

ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE

BOTSWANA HOUSING CORPORATION

Criminal law litigation- Primarily

- Conveyancing- registration of

capital offence cases of Murder,

deeds of transfer and bonds, etc.

Manslaughter, Infanticide.

pro deo defense counsel in the

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CITIZEN ENTREPRENEURIAL AGENCY Conveyancing- registration of deeds of transfer, mortgage bonds, and surety bonds

EMANG BASADI WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION - Gender litigation in areas of divorce, custody, maintenance, division of matrimonial property, and inheritance matters, etc.

Individual & Private Clients INDIVIDUAL CLIENTS AND PRIVATE COMPANIES In the following areas of law : FAMILY LAW

LAW OF DELICT

CRIMINAL LAW

Divorce, Custody, Maintenance,

Medical Negligence, Personal injury,

Murder, Manslaughter, Infanticide,

Division of Matrimonial Property,

Motor Vehicle Accidents, Defamation

Robbery, Unlawful Possession of

Inheritance,

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of Character, Malicious Prosecution,

Government Trophies, Unlawful

Mediation in such matters, Adultery,

Wrongful Detention and recovery

Possession of Illegal Substances,

Administration of Estates, Drafting

of Damages therefore.

Theft, Fraud and Forgery.

CONVEYANCING AND NOTARIAL PRACTICE

LABOUR LAW

Negotiation

of Wills, Breach of Promise to Marry.

COMMERCIAL LAW

Representation in Labour law Drafting of contracts, Memorandums

Registration of Deeds of Transfer,

disputes in the Industrial Court,

of Undertaking, Litigation over

Notarial Deeds of Cession, Deeds

Unlawful Dismissal cases, Drafting

commercial contracts, Registration

of Sale, Registration of Leases,

of Employment Contracts, etc.

of Companies , Registration of Trade

Registration of Mortgage Bonds,

Marks, Tender Litigation, Litigation

Registration of Surety Bonds,

over land rights with the Lobatse

Registration of Trusts, Registration

Town Council, The Kweneng Land

of Associations and Societies, etc.

Board. Construction law Litigation.

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« WE PRACTICE LAW THAT SEEDS TO REAP GOOD HARVEST»

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Tel: +267 393 2089 Fax: +267 393 2088 Cell: +267 7134 3892 / 7230 5363 / 7138 1826 Email: principal@tholoanaphookoattorneys.co.bw thuliep@yahoo.com PO Box 203046 Gaborone Plot: 111, Sefoke Ward Tlokweng

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