Cheuk Wing Sharon Ng

• Performance of administrative and clerical duties in addition to the continual development of legal expertise
• Provided primary support to attorneys during all stages of litigation: from initial filing of documents to drafting statements of legal costs for taxation by court
• Managed and maintained case files to maintain smooth flow of firm operations: prepared timelines and case summaries outlining material events relevant to each case, managed scheduling of court calendars and monitored deadlines associated with filing dates
• Assisted attorneys in preparation of hearings and trials by collating and organizing pleadings, exhibits and other case materials
• Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases
• Prepared legal memoranda summarizing outcome of hearings for internal record
• Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy

2-year training contract with a boutique law firm in Hong Kong, focusing on civil litigation and commercial practice

• Assisted in court proceedings by drafting pleadings and correspondences, preparing affidavits and witness statements
• Conducted research on legal issues and case precedents using LexisNexis and Westlaw for use in court proceedings and discussion with counsels in meetings
• Represented clients in court hearings and in negotiations with other parties
• Analyzed complex legal issues and identified potential and practicable solutions with sound judgement
• Reviewed and revised the terms of various business contracts and commercial agreements (e.g. Agreement for sale and purchase of shares, shareholders' agreements, supplier agreements) to ensure compliance with applicable laws
• Actively engaged in multiple merger and acquisition deals to provide legal support from due diligence to closing phase
• Effectively managed relationships with client while adhering to professional duties and ethical standards
• Responded timely to inquiries from clients regarding status updates on the cases
• Utilized strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with colleagues and clients