ADEN WATAD
Mississauga,ON
Summary
Quality-driven Editor with superior attention to detail and meet stringent deadlines. Superior proficiency in writing guidelines and captions.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Legal Assistant
Watad Law Office
London, ON
01.2018 - 09.2023
- Increased client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and promptly addressing inquiries.
- Facilitated timely resolution of legal matters by preparing and organizing essential documents.
- Supported attorneys in achieving favorable outcomes through thorough research and analysis of complex legal issues.
- Enhanced office productivity by implementing efficient document management systems for easy retrieval and storage.
- Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
- Drafted accurate and persuasive legal correspondence, contributing to successful negotiations and settlements.
- Streamlined administrative processes for better efficiency in handling caseloads, reducing paperwork backlog, and ensuring timely completion of tasks.
- Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
- Reduced errors in court filings by meticulously proofreading documents for accuracy before submission.
- Conducted comprehensive legal research using various resources such as online databases, law libraries, or government agencies to support case strategies effectively.
- Delivered exceptional service to clients by assisting them with routine needs like obtaining copies of pertinent records or directing them to appropriate resources when needed.
- Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.
- Handled billing tasks efficiently and accurately, ensuring smooth financial operations for the legal team.
- Provided valuable training and support to junior staff members as needed, fostering a collaborative work culture that promoted professional growth for all team members.
- Organized documents to manage paper and electronic filing systems of clients.
- Filed court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys.
- Prepared and drafted correspondence and legal forms to maintain smooth communications.
- Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
- Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants, and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
- Conducted legal research, compiled and organized evidence and identified relevant legal articles and statutes to use for legal proceedings.
- Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
- Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
Elections Returning Officer and Information Officer
Elections Canada
London, ON
01.2019 - 04.2023
- Ensured accurate vote counts by implementing efficient ballot processing procedures.
- Managed and trained a team of poll workers for smooth election day operations.
- Collaborated with local officials to secure suitable polling locations, enhancing voter accessibility.
- Guaranteed voter privacy by setting up well-organized voting booths and ensuring proper ballot handling.
- Conducted pre-election testing of voting equipment, guaranteeing reliable results on election day.
- Addressed voter inquiries and concerns promptly, providing exceptional customer service during elections.
- Maintained comprehensive records of election proceedings for transparency and historical reference purposes.
- Supervised the opening and closing of polling stations, ensuring adherence to established protocols.
- Handled sensitive voter information with discretion, preserving confidentiality in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Assisted disabled voters with appropriate accommodations, fostering an inclusive voting environment for all citizens.
- Oversaw the distribution of necessary materials to polling stations, enabling timely setup prior to opening hours.
- Resolved any disputes or discrepancies that arose during vote counting processes, maintaining integrity throughout the process.
- Kept abreast of relevant laws and regulations governing electoral processes, ensuring full compliance within assigned duties.
- Provided timely updates on turnout rates and preliminary results to interested parties as required.
- Facilitated communication between election officials at different levels, promoting collaboration towards common goals.
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
- Collaborated with IT department in upgrading relevant software and systems, optimizing information accessibility and efficiency.
- Streamlined record-keeping procedures, enhancing overall efficiency in document management tasks.
Interpreter
Contractor
London, ON
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Enhanced communication between clients and non-English speakers by providing accurate translations in real-time conversations.
- Streamlined business negotiations by offering precise interpretation services for international partners.
- Supported legal proceedings by delivering accurate courtroom interpretations, ensuring fair representation for all parties involved.
- Improved patient outcomes in healthcare settings by facilitating clear communication between medical professionals and non-English speaking patients.
- Contributed to increased customer satisfaction by addressing client concerns through professional interpretation services.
- Enabled timely delivery of services to non-English speaking customers by translating written documents accurately and efficiently.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards and best practices by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant terminology and concepts.
McDonald's
McDonald's
London, ON
01.2016 - 09.2018
- Worked on drive-thru as well as upfront under very stressful environments, always reaching manager set goals and exceeding expectations, resolved many disputes with customers respectfully and attentively
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
King's At Western University
London10.2024
Skills
- Legal Research and Writing
- Exceptional Document Preparation & Revising
- Effective Communication
- Organizational Efficiency
- Family, Real Estate, Wills and Estates, Immigration, Small Business Law
- Dependable & Punctual
- Adaptable & Cooperative
- Determined
- Attentive
- Fluent in English and Arabic, moderate French and Hebrew
- Time management
- Digital proficiency
- Critical thinking aptitude
- Multitasking efficiency
- Exceptional copy editing, proofreading and advanced grammar knowledge
Volunteer Experience
- The John Howard Society, 2019-2022, desk & children groups
- Boys and Girls Club, 2019-2022
- Multicultural Club Executive, 2015-2018, Coordinated and lead countless club meetings and activities as well as helped integrate newcomers I organized an entire school-wide assembly, showcasing the many cultures our school inhabited. I recruited many of the performers as well as planned & arranged the show. Most importantly, I was the Master of the Ceremony.
- Relay for Life, 2016-2018, Cancer event held to raise money for cancer Organized and lead various activities, games and shows (A.B. Lucas S.S. raised the most in the entirety of Canada!)
- Newcomer Orientation Week Program, 2016-2018, Welcomed many Canadian newcomers and coached them how to integrate into schools and what to expect, lead them through various activities, as well as simply befriending them
Awards
- Volunteer Note Taker Certificate, 2019-2023
- Boys' and Girls' Club Scholarship Award, 2021
- University Entrance Scholarship, 2018
- Leadership in Safe Schools Award, 2018
- Student Leadership Award in Culture for Learning Award, 2018
- Academic Honor Roll, 2010-2018
- Peer Leader Training for NOW Program, 2016
- YMCA Leadership course(s) (LIT) 1 & 2, 2015
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Hebrew
Limited Working
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Interpreter
Contractor
01.2020 - 01.2022
Elections Returning Officer and Information Officer
Elections Canada
01.2019 - 04.2023
Legal Assistant
Watad Law Office
01.2018 - 09.2023
McDonald's
McDonald's
01.2016 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
King's At Western University