Fatima Haffajee obtained the highest mark nationally for the notarial exam during the September 2024 sitting. She is a practicing attorney and conveyancer at Bodasing & Co. where she also completed her practical vocational training contract.
Background
"I am an alumna of the University of Kwazulu-Natal Howard College. I hold a Bachelor of Laws degree (LLB) cum laude."
Preparing for the notarial exam
"The self-study notes contained detailed information and practical questions on all aspects of the syllabus. The Notarial exam workshop assisted with gauging my level of understanding of the syllabus and enabled me to determine which sections I needed to improve on."
Fatima's study tips
"Work through as many practical questions as you can and start preparing well in advance."
On obtaining the highest mark nationally
"I attribute my success in this exam to hard work, dedication and my passion for the law. Continuous encouragement from my parents, siblings, colleagues at the office and my mentor Mr Ravin Jaya Rajoo."
What's next?
"I intend on enrolling for an LLM course at my alma mater."
A final word
"Start preparing early and work hard. You are guaranteed to pass if you do so."