BRIANA ABBAS
Ottawa,Canada
Summary
Highly motivated recent law graduate with a strong foundation in legal research, drafting and client support, complemented by hands-on experience in diverse healthcare and legal settings. Demonstrated proficiency in providing emotional support and practical assistance to individuals, with a proven ability to adapt in fast-paced environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educational Assistant
Ottawa Catholic School Board
Ottawa, ON
11.2024 - Current
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioural and emotional support.
- Provided individualized instruction for special needs students according to their Individual Education Plan (IEPs).
Pro Shop Attendant
Edgewood Links Golf Club
Ottawa, ON
04.2023 - 11.2024
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Organized merchandise displays to ensure a neat, tidy, and attractive appearance of the Pro Shop.
Personal Support Worker
Granite Ridge Long Term Care Facility
01.2016 - 01.2022
- Delivered comprehensive support to residents, ensuring daily needs were met.
- Conducted thorough observations and reported critical behaviours to registered staff, maintaining high standards of confidentiality and care.
- Developed strong organization skills by managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, ensuring seamless operations and high-quality care.
Child and Youth Worker
Mary Homes Inc.
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Utilized strong organizational skills to manage case documentation and support plans, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
- Demonstrated excellent communication abilities by coordinating with team members and external stakeholders to deliver optimal care and support for youth clients.
Student Placement
Ottawa Victim Services
01.2019 - 04.2019
- Assisted clients through the criminal court system, demonstrating strong organizational skills and attention to detail in managing case files and documentation.
- Coordinated with legal professionals and external agencies to facilitate comprehensive support and services, showcasing excellent communication and collaborative abilities.
Student Placement
Elizabeth Fry Society of Ottawa
09.2018 - 12.2018
- Managed detailed case documentation and provided court process support, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
- Demonstrated strong communication and organizational skills by coordinating with legal professionals and community resources to deliver comprehensive support services.
Education
LL.B (LAW) - Senior Status
Queen's University Belfast
Northern Ireland, United Kingdom06-2024
Forensic Psychology - Minor in Law
Carleton University
Ottawa, ON06-2022
Social Service Worker -
St. Lawrence College
Cornwall, ON05-2019
Skills
- Legal research
- Legal Writing
- Active communication
- Fact finding
- Document review
- Microsoft office proficient
Other Experiences
- Lawyers Without Borders Society, Secretary: Student Division, Queen's University Belfast, 10/22 - 04/24
- Senior Status Law Society, General Member, Queen's University Belfast, 09/22 - 04/24
- Law Society, General Member, Queen's University Belfast, 09/22 - 04/23
Certification
Canadian Centre for Professional Legal Education:
- Legal Research and Writing (Successful)
National Committee on Accreditation ('NCA')
- Canadian Constitutional Law (Pass)
- Canadian Criminal Law (Pass)
- Canadian Professional Responsibility (Pass)
- Foundations of Canadian Law (Pass)
- Canadian Administrative law (Pending)
- Civil Procedure (Pending)
- Family Law (Pending)
Timeline
Educational Assistant
Ottawa Catholic School Board
11.2024 - Current
Pro Shop Attendant
Edgewood Links Golf Club
04.2023 - 11.2024
Child and Youth Worker
Mary Homes Inc.
05.2019 - 08.2019
Student Placement
Ottawa Victim Services
01.2019 - 04.2019
Student Placement
Elizabeth Fry Society of Ottawa
09.2018 - 12.2018
Personal Support Worker
Granite Ridge Long Term Care Facility
01.2016 - 01.2022
LL.B (LAW) - Senior Status
Queen's University Belfast
Forensic Psychology - Minor in Law
Carleton University
Social Service Worker -
St. Lawrence College
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