Ashley Kumar
Surrey,BC
Summary
Proven Legal Assistant with expertise in legal document preparation and exceptional administrative support, demonstrated at Fasken Martineau Dumoulin. Achieved a high success rate in court document filing and client communication, enhancing team efficiency and client satisfaction. Skilled in both civil and criminal law, with a knack for meticulous calendar management and trial preparation.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Fasken Martineau Dumoulin
10.2021 - Current
- Draft court pleadings and payment demand letters for various insolvency proceedings.
- Prepare comprehensive documents and binders for application hearings related to CCAA, Receivership, and Foreclosure proceedings.
- Issue retainer letters for new clients and coordinate payment arrangements for deposits and disbursements.
- Submit expense reports for accommodation and personal budget expenses on behalf of the assigned lawyer.
- Handled billing tasks efficiently and accurately, ensuring smooth financial operations for the legal team.
- Increased team efficiency by coordinating schedules, managing court dates, and ensuring timely filing of legal documents.
Legal Assistant
Boughton Law Corporation
06.2019 - 04.2020
- Draft court pleadings and arrange examinations for discovery to support case preparation.
- Prepare materials for chambers applications and lengthy trials, ensuring thorough documentation.
- Issue client invoices and follow up on payments to maintain timely financial processes.
- Schedule client meetings with attorneys, enhancing communication and case management.
- Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.
Legal Assistant
Sovereign Law Group
10.2018 - 06.2019
- Supported a diverse range of practices, including criminal, civil, family, and personal injury law.
- Opened and closed client files, ensuring accurate and organized case management.
- Prepared retainer letters and arranged payments, facilitating smooth client onboarding.
- Collaborated with ICBC on settlement funds, ensuring timely disbursement to clients.
- Drafted service letters and invoices to maintain clear communication and billing processes.
- Assisted with process serving on opposing parties and prepared court materials for various cases.
Process Server Coordinator
West Coast Title Search Ltd.
11.2017 - 08.2018
- Provided proof of service in form of affidavit.
- Achieved high success rate in locating hard-to-find individuals through diligent research efforts using public records databases and other resources.
- Maintained detailed records of service attempts, ensuring accurate reporting and successful case resolutions.
- Handled conflict resolution professionally when encountering confrontational situations during document deliveries, maintaining composure under pressure.
- Improved communication with law firms by providing regular status updates on document delivery progress.
- Increased client satisfaction by efficiently serving legal documents in a timely and professional manner.
Education
No Degree - Criminology
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Surrey, BCHigh School Diploma -
Queen Elizabeth Secondary
Surrey, BC06.2013
Skills
- Legal Document Preparation
- Calendar Management
- Administrative Support
- Client Communication
- Court Document Filing
- Trial Preparation Assistance
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Elementary
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Fasken Martineau Dumoulin
10.2021 - Current
Legal Assistant
Boughton Law Corporation
06.2019 - 04.2020
Legal Assistant
Sovereign Law Group
10.2018 - 06.2019
Process Server Coordinator
West Coast Title Search Ltd.
11.2017 - 08.2018
No Degree - Criminology
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
High School Diploma -
Queen Elizabeth Secondary