Alysha Chand
2956 E 28th Ave, Vancouver,B.C.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Administrative Assistant
Bekkering York Barristers LLP
Vancouver, B.C.
02.2021 - Current
- Draft correspondence and pleadings.
- File documents via BC OnLine.
- Request and provide items from List of Documents.
- Schedule Examinations for Discovery, Trial, Chambers, Mediations, Trial Management Conferences, Case Planning Conferences, etc.
- Prepare Application Binders.
- Follow up on document requests, outstanding material and records requests.
- Review of documentation and redaction.
- Prepare for trials, assembling trial binders and coordinating experts and witnesses.
- Schedule and coordinate meetings between legal teams and ICBC (client).
- Serve documents on counsels and third parties.
- Retain experts, skip tracers and investigators.
- Arrange Zoom Meetings.
- Maintain and organize office and case-specific paper and digital files for easy tracking and retrieval.
- Manage general clerical needs such as opening and closing files, scanning sheets and faxing documents.
- Review, edit and proofread legislation drafts for proper grammar, spelling, punctuation and formatting.
Legal Administrative Assistant
Nuraney Law Group
Vancouver, B.C.
11.2020 - 01.2021
- Performed corporate filings and registrations with B.C. Registry.
- Conducted B.C. Online Searches.
- Updated/maintained Minute Books.
- Provided support for four lawyers.
- Processed accounts receivable and accounts payable.
- Reconciled trust accounts.
- Managed company records.
- Utilized Bring-Forward system.
- Daily usage of Outlook, Excel, Adobe Pro, Appara, QuickBooks and Payfirma.
- Communicated with clients and third parties in a professional manner.
- Drafted letters and correspondence.
- Handled mail/couriers, and bank deposits.
- Scheduled appointments.
- Inventory and maintenance of office supplies.
- Scanning and Photocopying.
- Opened and closed files.
Sport Chek
Sales Associate
Vancouver, B.C.
04.2016 - Current
- Advise customers on use and care of merchandise.
- Answer telephone calls regarding customer service.
- Ability to understand the needs of the customer.
- Accommodate difficult customers.
- Prepare spreadsheets with Excel.
- Multitask during busy settings.
- Vocalize current promotions.
- Train new sales team associates in products, selling techniques and company procedures.
- Track stock using company inventory management software.
- Evaluate inventory and delivery needs, optimizing strategies to meet customer demands.
KazLaw Injury Lawyers
Legal Administrative Assistant/Records Clerk
Vancouver, B.C.
07.2018 - 10.2020
- Drafted List of Documents.
- Gathered and organized records from third parties.
- Detailed review of all documentation.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of case.
- Assembled binders for trial and medical examinations.
- Daily usage of Microsoft OfficeSuite, Adobe, Amicus, PrimaFact and PC Law.
- Scheduled trial and appointments.
- Maintained Bring-Forward system.
- Prepared correspondence and documents.
- Managed and executed tasks assigned to myself or by colleagues in a timely manner.
- Opened and closed files.
- Printing and photocopying.
Zukerman Law Group
Practicum Student
Surrey, B.C.
04.2018 - 05.2018
- Assembled time sheets.
- Answered and transferred telephone calls.
- Processed credit card transactions.
- Prepared correspondence and drafted legal documents.
- Scheduled appointments for clients.
- Printing and photocopying.
Joe Fresh
Sales Associate
Vancouver, B.C.
07.2015 - 04.2016
- Answered telephone calls regarding customer service.
- Assessed customer’s needs and provided assistance and information on products.
- Processed POS transactions, including checks, cash and credit purchases or refunds.
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks and bins for optimal appearance.
- Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
Three Links Care Centre
Volunteer
Vancouver, B.C.
01.2014 - 09.2014
- Connected with seniors through one on one visits.
- Coordinated and managed events and projects.
Holguin, Cuba
Volunteer
03.2017 - 03.2017
- Helped with light restorations including, painting and cleaning a children's school.
- Connected with the students through sports and activities.
Education
Certificate in Legal Administrative Studies - Legal Administrative Studies
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Surrey, B.C.05.2018
Skills
- 60 WPM typing speed
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, PrimaFact, Amicus, PC Law, QuickBooks, Appara, and Payfirma
- Litigation and client support
- Strong understanding of legal terminology and documentation
- Exceptional telephone etiquette
- Maintain Bring-Forward system
- Calendar management
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to work collaboratively and independently
- Strong prioritization, multi-tasking skills and organizational efficiency
- Experience in Personal Injury, Corporate Law, Real Estate and Family Law
Hobbies
- Weightlifting, hiking, travelling and snowboarding.
Timeline
Legal Administrative Assistant
Bekkering York Barristers LLP
02.2021 - Current
Legal Administrative Assistant
Nuraney Law Group
11.2020 - 01.2021
KazLaw Injury Lawyers
Legal Administrative Assistant/Records Clerk
07.2018 - 10.2020
Zukerman Law Group
Practicum Student
04.2018 - 05.2018
Holguin, Cuba
Volunteer
03.2017 - 03.2017
Sport Chek
Sales Associate
04.2016 - Current
Joe Fresh
Sales Associate
07.2015 - 04.2016
Three Links Care Centre
Volunteer
01.2014 - 09.2014
Certificate in Legal Administrative Studies - Legal Administrative Studies
Kwantlen Polytechnic University