Chandan Goertzen
Fort Erie,ON
Summary
Passionate about providing excellent service, I bring strong interpersonal skills and fluency in multiple languages to the role of Law Clerk. With a history of dedication and a goal-driven work ethic, my aim is to contribute to the organization's objectives. In search of a permanent position, my ultimate goal is personal growth while making substantial contributions to the organization's success and development.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Legal Assistant
Margaret A. Hoy Professional Corporation
12.2024 - Current
- Supports the efficient operation of the practice by managing calendars, scheduling appointments, greeting clients, organizing files, and handling other administrative tasks.
- Assisting Ms. Hoy with preparing legal documents, filing court paperwork, and drafting correspondence.
- Organizes and maintains case files, ensuring all documentation is current and accurate.
- Communicates with clients, opposing lawyers, insurance companies, medical professionals, and other parties to gather necessary information.
- Coordinates appointments, meetings, depositions, court appearances, and keeps lawyers' calendars up to date.
- Conducts legal research and provides assistance in developing legal arguments and strategies.
- Helps draft legal documents such as statements of claim, pre-trial defense memos, and demand letters.
- Manages various administrative tasks, including conflict checks, file openings and closures, and preparing account-related documents (e.g., billing summaries, docketing).
- Handles administrative duties such as data entry, billing, and managing files.
Law Clerk
ACHKAR LAW
06.2022 - 03.2024
- Provided direct support to lawyers and senior staff by preparing legal drafts, memoranda, claims, and case-related documents.
- Created and organized legal documents and forms to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Drafted persuasive pleadings to support lawyer arguments during court proceedings.
- Maintained open communication channels with clients and potential clients through calls, chats, and meetings, ensuring high satisfaction.
- Scheduled intakes, follow-up calls, and meetings based on matter type.
- Interviewed clients to gather case-relevant information for efficient case handling.
- Managed administrative tasks, including data entry, verification, and retrieval using tools like Hubspot.
- Organized and filed case materials, tracked case statuses, and scheduled meetings to support team operations.
- Supported lawyers in trial preparation by organizing case materials and drafting legal documents.
- Streamlined document review processes, resulting in more efficient and accurate case management.
- Communicated with legal entities such as the Human Rights Tribunal, Small Claims Court, Ontario Labour Relations Board, and other courts across Canada.
Law Clerk
KOSKIE MINSKY LLP
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Provided direct support to the partners and senior law clerks, managing weekly docketing and data entry tasks in ProLaw.
- Coordinated communication with penitentiaries and correctional facilities, scheduling calls, intakes, and meetings with inmates based on case requirements.
- Verified and retrieved data for team members, ensuring accurate uploads into accounting systems.
- Handled invoice payments for inmate collect calls and prepared weekly, monthly, and quarterly expense reports.
- Drafted, issued, and serviced Statements of Claim (MVA and LTD) via One Key Portal and process server.
- Streamlined document review processes and supported case management by enhancing accuracy and efficiency.
- Developed a reputation for professionalism and reliability, frequently entrusted with sensitive information and high-stakes assignments.
Legal Assistant
HOWIE SACKS AND HENRY LLP
07.2018 - 07.2021
- Provided direct support to the Managing Partner and his team of Junior Lawyers and clerks.
- Conducted initial intake of MVA and LTD files via telephone and/or email.
- Opened files within Ghost Practice, ACL, Primafact, and client drive.
- Managed files from open to close, including the release of funds to clients.
- Handled accounts for various matters.
- Drafted, issued, and served Statements of Claim (MVA and LTD) via One Key Portal and process server.
- Scheduled Mediations and Examinations for Discovery based on matter type, both virtual and in-person.
- Prepared Trial Briefs, Affidavits of Documents, Notices of Examination, and other legal documents.
- Utilized DRAGON and SPELLEX dictation for legal documentation.
- Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
- Handled office scheduling and recorded deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
- Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.
Legal Assistant
PACE LAW FIRM
05.2017 - 07.2019
- Responded to online queries by initiating contact and scheduling phone consultations and in-person meetings.
- Conducted initial client intake via telephone or in-person.
- Opened files using File Vine, Primafact, and client drive.
- Managed the development of cases from inception to conclusion.
- Drafted, issued, and served Statements of Claim via One Key Portal and process server.
- Handled Undertakings and Productions.
- Scheduled Examinations for Discovery, Mediations, Trials, Motions, and other proceedings.
- Completed necessary litigation documentation, including Statements of Claim, Affidavits of Documents, Trial Records, Motion Records, and more, prior to proceedings.
- Enhanced trial proceedings by preparing exhibits and scheduling clients for preparation for Discoveries and Trials.
- Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
Education
Diploma - Microsoft Suite
Algonquin College
Ottawa, None06-2021
Bachelor of Science - Bachelors in Physiotherapy
Baba Farid University of Health Sciences
Punjab, India10-2011
Skills
- Organization
- Legal documentation
- Ethics and professionalism
- Legal research
- Proofreading
- Litigation support
- Oral communication
- Legal writing
- Document drafting
- Client communication
- Court filings
- Case management
- Relationship building and rapport
- Office administration
- Legal documents
- Civil litigation
- Proficient in MS office
- Attention to detail
Certification
- AWS Cloud Practitioner
- CPR/ First Aid
- G driver license
Languages
English
Punjabi
Hindi
Urdu
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Margaret A. Hoy Professional Corporation
12.2024 - Current
Law Clerk
ACHKAR LAW
06.2022 - 03.2024
Law Clerk
KOSKIE MINSKY LLP
08.2021 - 05.2022
Legal Assistant
HOWIE SACKS AND HENRY LLP
07.2018 - 07.2021
Legal Assistant
PACE LAW FIRM
05.2017 - 07.2019
- AWS Cloud Practitioner
- CPR/ First Aid
- G driver license
Diploma - Microsoft Suite
Algonquin College
Bachelor of Science - Bachelors in Physiotherapy
Baba Farid University of Health Sciences
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