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SHALINEE JEERAKUN

Trianon,PW

Summary

Seasoned legal professional with comprehensive experience in overseeing recovery strategies and operations and litigation. Track record of leading team through complex recovery situations with precision and reliability. Emphasizes teamwork and adaptability to meet evolving demands and achieve organizational goals. Known for enhancing efficiency and ensuring high-quality outcomes through strategic planning and problem solving skills.


Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Recovery Manager and In-house Solicitor

Mauritius Commercial Bank Ltd
07.2018 - Current
  • Oversee a diverse portfolio of restructured and non-performing assets (NPA), ensuring recovery strategies are tailored, timely, and effective.
  • Drive implementation of resolution strategies (workouts, write-offs, asset sales, legal actions).
  • Lead a team of Contentieux Representatives and Recovery Analysts; coach and develop team capabilities in negotiation, analysis, and resolution.
  • Provide ad hoc legal advice on recovery matters to the Group
  • Drive negotiations with clients as well as assist Relationship Managers in negotiation.
  • Contribute to long-term planning, policy development, and strategic initiatives.
  • Liaise with senior executives, legal advisors, regulators, external consultants, and recovery agents to ensure successful resolution of cases.

Senior Associate

BLC Robert & Associates Ltd
07.2016 - 06.2018
  • Manage and oversee a portfolio of key corporate clients, including high-profile companies such as Barclays Bank (now ABSA), IBL, MUA, STC, Mauritian Eagle, and international clients.
  • Represent clients as attorney in court proceedings, ensuring effective advocacy and case management.
  • Lead and participate in client meetings and conferences, both locally and internationally, to assist in strategic legal counsel.
  • Draft, review, and finalize complex legal documents including court filings, affidavits, contracts, and procedural papers.
  • Initiate, manage, and track litigation cases from filing through resolution, ensuring timely progress and outcomes.
  • Provide expert legal advice across various departments within corporate clients to support business operations and risk management.
  • Mentor and assist junior attorneys and legal staff, collaborating closely with Senior Counsels on high-stakes cases.
  • Conduct comprehensive legal research to support case strategy and client advisory needs.
  • Perform detailed contract vetting to safeguard client interests and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.


Attorney at Law

Etude Andre ROBERT SA, Attorneys
04.2008 - 06.2016
  • As above

Part time lecturer

University of Mauritius and University of Technology
01.2009 - 06.2017


  • Deliver engaging lectures and seminars on various law subjects Introduction to Law, Public Health and Welfare Legislations and Employment Law, Company Law, Legal Aspects of Finance, Family Law and Labour Law) to undergraduate students.
  • Prepare course materials, including lesson plans, reading lists, and assessments aligned with curriculum requirements.
  • Facilitate classroom discussions and encourage critical thinking on legal principles and case law.
  • Assess and grade students' assignments, exams, and projects, providing constructive feedback.
  • Stay updated on current legal developments to integrate relevant, real-world examples into teaching.
  • Provide academic support and guidance to students.

Education

Master of Law - LLM

London School of Economics (LSE)
London, UK
11-2017

Certificate of Competency to practise as Attorney at Law -

Council of Legal Education
Mauritius
03-2008

Bachelor of Law with Honours - Second Class First Division (2:1)

University of Mauritius
Mauritius
08-2005

Skills

  • Legal Proficiency
  • Portfolio Management
  • Negotiation Skills
  • Risk Analysis and Mitigation

References

Available upon request

Hobbies

Travelling

Yoga

Dancing

Timeline

Recovery Manager and In-house Solicitor

Mauritius Commercial Bank Ltd
07.2018 - Current

Senior Associate

BLC Robert & Associates Ltd
07.2016 - 06.2018

Part time lecturer

University of Mauritius and University of Technology
01.2009 - 06.2017

Attorney at Law

Etude Andre ROBERT SA, Attorneys
04.2008 - 06.2016

Master of Law - LLM

London School of Economics (LSE)

Certificate of Competency to practise as Attorney at Law -

Council of Legal Education

Bachelor of Law with Honours - Second Class First Division (2:1)

University of Mauritius

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