Cassidy LaCosta
Torbay,Newfoundland
Summary
Dynamic professional with experience in legal field. Adept in corporate law, contract negotiations and dispute resolution. Leverages excellent communication and problem-solving skills to successfully represent clients.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Lawyer / Articling Clerk / NCA Student
GITTENS, DE BEER & ASSOCIATES
03.2022 - Current
- Guided clients through restructuring processes that resulted in improved operational efficiencies.
- Assisted in the development of customized compliance programs, reducing potential liabilities for clients.
- Created and finalized contracts and other legal documents for clients.
- Evaluated potential risks associated with business transactions and provided strategic counsel accordingly.
- Represented clients in court proceedings, hearings and arbitrations.
Legal Intern
RAJINDER SINGH & COMPANY SOLICITORS
08.2020 - 03.2022
- Reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors
- Accompanied colleagues to Court to assist in advocating for clients
- Conducted client meetings
- Participated in preparation for trails and depositions.
- Attended depositions and court proceedings and prepared summaries on cases
Education
Bar Admission Call -
Newfoundland And Labrador Law Society
St. Johns, NL02.2024
NCA Certificate/Clearance -
National Committee on Accreditation (NCA)
Toronto, Ontario09.2023
Bachelor of Laws (Honours) -
University of Leicester
Leicester, UK07.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Double Major: Law & Society/Political Science
Memorial University
St. Johns, NL04.2020
Skills
- Skilled in Microsoft Office and Excel
- Knowledge and Experience with Land Registry Portal
- Knowledge and Experience with Legal System and Billing Software ie, Meridian, PC Law, LEAP
- Knowledge and Experience with Legal Research Databases ie, LexisNexis, Westlaw, CANLII
- Excellent Time Management
- Accuracy and Attention to Detail
- Excellent Oral/Written Communication
- Respect for Teamwork
- Eager to Take Direction
Websites
Volunteer Experience
- Public Legal Association of Newfoundland and Labrador, St. Johns, NL, Volunteer, 07/01/21, Present, Edited legal publications, Assisted colleagues with website organization, edits, and proof-reading
- Pro-Bono Society – University of Leicester Law School, Leicester, UK, Team Leader, 09/01/20, 07/01/22, Worked towards accessibility of legal resources, Established legal help desks to aid with employment applications, Assisted lawyers within legal advice clinic, Delivered presentations, Organized and attended fundraisers
References
- Shirley Walsh, (867) 445-9837, Senior Legal Counsel – Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro
- Michael Hrabowsky, (709) 749-3576, Associate – Cox & Palmer
- Elizabeth Zarpa, (709) 765-5110, Associate – Gittens, de Beer & Associates
- Lisa Wishart, (709) 697-1996, Sr. Manager, Drilling Completions Interventions -Cenovus
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Full Professional
Timeline
Associate Lawyer / Articling Clerk / NCA Student
GITTENS, DE BEER & ASSOCIATES
03.2022 - Current
Legal Intern
RAJINDER SINGH & COMPANY SOLICITORS
08.2020 - 03.2022
Bar Admission Call -
Newfoundland And Labrador Law Society
NCA Certificate/Clearance -
National Committee on Accreditation (NCA)
Bachelor of Laws (Honours) -
University of Leicester
Bachelor of Arts - Double Major: Law & Society/Political Science
Memorial University
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