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
Staten Island, NY
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.
New York, NY
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
Staten Island, NY
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
Staten Island, NY
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
Lagos, Nigeria
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)
Surulere, 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
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