JENNIFER A. ADENEKAN
Staten Island,USA
Summary
A diligent, resourceful, and committed young lady with sound legal techniques, sharp analytical mind, problem-solving skills together with a willingness and readiness to continually improve as the organization may as from time to time be in need. Technology savvy and goal-oriented. Driven towards achieving set goals and motivated to help organizations thrive. Skilled in prioritizing and completing tasks both independently and with a team. Extensive experience with Microsoft. Efficient, self-motivated with a strong commitment to learn and also the ability to adapt to new fields and skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacy Technician Supervisor
Enexia Specialty
04.2023 - Current
- Supervised daily pharmacy operations to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies.
- Trained and mentored pharmacy staff on best practices and efficient workflow management.
- Oversaw scheduling and workload distribution, ensuring adequate staffing during peak hours for optimal service delivery.
- Ensured patient safety through accurate labeling, packaging, and documentation of dispensed medications.
- Consistently met performance metrics through meticulous attention to detail, increasing overall accuracy rates while reducing medication error rates significantly over time.
- Developed standard operating procedures for common technician tasks, resulting in more consistent work performance across the team.
- Enhanced pharmacy efficiency by training and mentoring new technicians, ensuring adherence to established protocols.
- Boosted team morale by fostering a supportive atmosphere while setting expectations for professional growth within the department.
Founder /President, Board of Directors
Jentuby For Women Empowerment & Eradication Of Child Abuse Inc.
07.2022 - Current
- As the President and Founder of Jentuby, I spearhead the strategic direction and daily operations of a dynamic, mission-driven nonprofit. My role encompasses leadership, management, and community engagement both locally and internationally.
- Develop and implement the organization's strategic vision, ensuring alignment with long-term goals and community impact.
- Lead initiatives aimed at advancing social causes, policy reform, and community empowerment.
- Cultivated partnerships with key stakeholders to expand market presence and reach.
- Developed and implemented programs promoting women empowerment and child abuse eradication.
- Established partnerships with local organizations to enhance outreach and support services.
- Led strategic planning initiatives to drive organizational growth and community impact.
- Managed fundraising campaigns, securing resources for program sustainability and expansion.
- Oversaw volunteer recruitment and training, enhancing team effectiveness and engagement.
- Conducted workshops to raise awareness on women's rights and child protection issues.
- Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
- Foster and maintain strong relationships with government officials, community leaders, donors, and other key stakeholders.
- Use diplomatic and negotiation skills to advance Jentuby's initiatives and mission on local and international levels.
- Advocate for policies that align with Jentuby's mission through engagement with policymakers, government representatives, and legislators.
- Represent the organization in meetings with political leaders and policymakers to ensure that the needs of the communities we serve are recognized in legislative discourse.
- Supervise media relations and public communications to amplify the nonprofit's efforts.
- Approve and oversee daily media outreach, campaigns, and communication strategies to build public awareness of key issues.
- Actively engage with local and global partners to drive public policy changes, build alliances, and increase the organization's visibility.
Law Intern
Gregg & Associates P.C
01.2025 - 10.2025
- Attended court hearings, developing a deeper understanding of trial procedures and advocacy strategies.
- Performed legal and general research, drafting memoranda, and correspondence.
- Shadowed experienced lawyers during client meetings, gaining valuable insight into attorney-client relationships and effective communication techniques.
- Participated in client consultations, helping to address their concerns and provide valuable information regarding their cases.
- Interviewed and communicated with clients via phone or email.
- Assisted in mediations and settlement discussions, facilitating communication between parties and contributing to resolution of disputes.
- Attended court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings.
- Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
NEW YORK E-Z PASS
11.2021 - 03.2023
- Handling 90+ calls daily, with duties including signing up new customers, retrieving customers data, giving spontaneous customer service, providing relevant information to customer regarding their service also canceling services.
- Accurately handles customers' funds and processes transactions using Avaya and Vector efficiently.
- Strive for quick complaint resolution; commended by supervisors for the ability, resolve problems on first call and avoid escalation issues.
ASSOCIATE
DOYIN AWOYALE & Co. SOLICITOR & ARBITRATORS
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Negotiated a notable first agreement for the supply of re-gasified LNG to kujenda power plant.
- Advised and managed as part of a team the dispute resolution portfolio of UAE telecoms giant.
- Researched and prepared the initial draft of a claim by Nigerian Base shipping company in the prosecution of $1.200,000 maritime law suit.
- Advised corporate client across a board of range of practice areas.
- Carried out due diligence in registration and investigation of legal instruments for start up businesses.
- Preparation and drafting of legal advice for corporate and individual clients.
- Making of research on various principles of law.
Associate (junior)
MIKE OZEKHOME (SENIOR ADVOCATE OF NIGERIA)
02.2012 - 12.2017
- Making of court appearances.
- Preparing Court Processes.
- Drafting of legal documents of title (Deeds, Power of Attorney).
- Drafting of various Agreements (MOUs, Agreement to sell, Mortgage Agreement, Contract for Sale).
- Preparing and drafting of legal advice for corporate and individual clients.
- Making of research on various principles of law.
- Expert in formulating action plans to support legal proceeding.
- Proof reading, successfully completed fifteen company registration.
- Investigated and prepared appeal cases to the supreme Court.
- Conducted legal research and facts investigation for case litigation.
- Prepared and organized evidence and exhibits to be utilized in court hearings and trials.
- Argued clearly, logically and persuasively in written and oral form.
- Negotiated resolutions of cases with defense attorneys and judges.
- Administered complex civil or criminal litigation in trial and appellate courts.
- Interpreted laws and regulations in non-complex terminology to educate individuals.
- Performed complex legal research to prepare for cases or arbitration.
- Advised clients on intricacies of law, fostering informed understanding of legal rights and obligations.
- Prepared persuasive legal memoranda, motions and briefs synthesizing facts, evidence and legal authorities.
- Collaborated with co-counsel and pro bono counsel to negotiate for trials.
Team Leader Legal Aid Council (internship)
Legal Aid Council of Nigeria, Edo State Nigeria
01.2012 - 09.2012
- Served in the office of the Honorable Attorney-General of Edo-State within the state ministry of justice.
- Conducted extensive legal research and advised on government contracts, legislation and litigation involving the poor indigenes and the state.
- Led the six member team as lead defense attorney in pro-bono cases.
- Making legal research.
- Making of court appearances.
- Moving of motions in court.
- Preparing bail application.
- Visiting prisons and investigating legal cases and moving bail applications.
- Secured dismissal of two Criminal Cases and Judgment in 1 case within a year.
Education
Paralegal - Approved paralegal Program
College of Staten Island
Staten Island, NY04.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Law, BL, Nigerian Bar Training Program
WORLD EDUCATION SERVICES
New York, NY03.2021
NIGERIAN LAW SCHOOL - Contract Law, Company Law, Trust, Tort, Evidence Law, Jurisprudence, Labour law, Family Law, Commercial Law, Constitutional Law, Use of English, Criminal law
NIGERIAN LAW SCHOOL
07.2011
Bachelor of laws - LL.B
IGBINEDION UNIVERSITY
01.2010
Skills
- Legal knowledge of business skills
- Editing and proofreading
- Customer Service
- Typing skills
- Database management
- MSP
- CCW
- Outlook
- Info Source
- Sales Force
- Word
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Scanning
- Filling
- E-Filling
- Mailing
- Answering phones
- Administrative skills
- Corporate and commercial transactions
- Litigation
- Administrative Support
- Legal Advisory and Support
- Research & Analysis
- Client Negotiation
- Memoranda
- Motions
- Confidential Information Management
Activities
01/12, 02/25, Nigeria Bar Association, 2012 – Present, Nigeria Bar Association Section on Commercial Law, 2015 – Present, African Women Lawyers Association, American Bar Association
Timeline
Law Intern
Gregg & Associates P.C
01.2025 - 10.2025
Pharmacy Technician Supervisor
Enexia Specialty
04.2023 - Current
Founder /President, Board of Directors
Jentuby For Women Empowerment & Eradication Of Child Abuse Inc.
07.2022 - Current
CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
NEW YORK E-Z PASS
11.2021 - 03.2023
ASSOCIATE
DOYIN AWOYALE & Co. SOLICITOR & ARBITRATORS
01.2017 - 01.2019
Associate (junior)
MIKE OZEKHOME (SENIOR ADVOCATE OF NIGERIA)
02.2012 - 12.2017
Team Leader Legal Aid Council (internship)
Legal Aid Council of Nigeria, Edo State Nigeria
01.2012 - 09.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Law, BL, Nigerian Bar Training Program
WORLD EDUCATION SERVICES
NIGERIAN LAW SCHOOL - Contract Law, Company Law, Trust, Tort, Evidence Law, Jurisprudence, Labour law, Family Law, Commercial Law, Constitutional Law, Use of English, Criminal law
NIGERIAN LAW SCHOOL
Bachelor of laws - LL.B
IGBINEDION UNIVERSITY
Paralegal - Approved paralegal Program
College of Staten Island