Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
LANGUAGES
Relevant Academic Experience
Timeline

BISRAT MELKA

YAHKOL Films & Communications
Kitchener,ON
2
Languages
7
years of professional experience

Focused Paralegal Student at triOS College (Expected December 2026) with six years of administrative and project coordination experience. Skilled in legal research, writing, and document preparation, with hands-on training in civil litigation and various areas of law. Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and manage multiple priorities effectively. Pursuing Law Clerk, Legal Assistant, or Entry-Level Paralegal role.

Work History

Co-Founder & Administrative Manager

2 Years 11 Months
YAHKOL Films & Communications | 07.2016 - 06.2019
  • Managed contracts, schedules, budgets, and project documentation to ensure timely project delivery; coordinated multiple projects while maintaining organized records; communicated effectively with clients, sponsors, and business partners to foster strong relationships.

Independent Recording Artist & Performer

7 Years
Self-Employed | 01.2012 - 01.2019
  • Coordinated contracts, bookings, and schedules while fostering strong client relationships and enhancing communication and presentation skills.

Administrative Coordinator

2 Years 11 Months
KEFTA General Trading PLC | 07.2013 - 06.2016
  • Coordinated office operations, maintained confidential records and filing systems, prepared correspondence and reports, and managed calendars, meetings, and administrative priorities while meeting deadlines.

Education

Paralegal Diploma - Paralegal Studies

TRIOS COLLEGE | Kitchener, ON | 12.2026
Expected December 2026

Bachelor of Arts - Computer Science

Addis Ababa University | Addis Ababa, Ethiopia | 07.2013

Skills

Legal Research & Writing
Legal Document Preparation
Civil Litigation
Insurance law
Small Claims Court
Legal File Management
Clio Manage
Microsoft Office Suitee
Electronic File Management
Time management
Confidentiality practices
Client Communication

LANGUAGES

Amharic: Native
English: Professional Working Proficiency

Relevant Academic Experience

Completed simulated client files using Clio Manage, including file opening, conflict searches, retainers, trust accounting, time entries, and draft billing. Drafted legal correspondence and documents for civil litigation and Small Claims Court assignments. Conducted legal research using Ontario legislation and case law. Participated in mock hearings, client interviews, and advocacy exercises.

Timeline

Co-Founder & Administrative Manager

YAHKOL Films & Communications
07.2016 - 06.2019Read More

Administrative Coordinator

KEFTA General Trading PLC
07.2013 - 06.2016Read More

Independent Recording Artist & Performer

Self-Employed
01.2012 - 01.2019Read More

Addis Ababa University

Bachelor of Arts from Computer Science
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TRIOS COLLEGE

Paralegal Diploma from Paralegal Studies
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BISRAT MELKA