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Denielle Boissoneau-Thunderchild

Fredericton,NB

Summary

Retired Lawyer and Freelance Writer with extensive experience in producing engaging and error-free content. Skilled in translating complex information into accessible products, collaborating with editors, and managing multiple projects effectively. Bringing strong research skills, exceptional storytelling, and a commitment to client satisfaction and timely project delivery.


Experienced with developing captivating content that resonates with diverse audiences. Utilizes advanced research skills to ensure accuracy and relevance in all writing projects. Talented at creating dynamic stories, informative articles and persuasive content that inspires readers.


I seek advocacy focused positions that promote community level participation in reconciliation based governance that sustains the living treaty relationship between the Crown and Indigenous communities.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance Writer

Self Employed Writer
03.2012 - Current
  • Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
  • Collaborated with editors to refine drafts, ensuring consistent tone and style.
  • Developed and maintained personal blog to support fiction writing.
  • Translated complex technical information into accessible, user-friendly fiction.
  • Composed original written screenplay and published fiction novel.

Advocate for Indigenous Children in Care

Cross Region Chiefs' Advocacy Committee
01.2007 - 01.2010
  • Worked diligently with fellow team members to coordinate effective solutions to develop a national cross region working group of advocates for Indigenous families.
  • Delivered friendly service and offered legal and writing support in every interaction, with a view towards national child welfare legislation and a national gathering of advocates.
  • Established trusting relationships among the working group, maintained open lines of communication.
  • Managed complex cross region issues with diligence, prioritizing tasks to ensure timely resolution of concerns.
  • Assisted individuals in navigating cross region processes and procedures to resolve issues and express views.

Private Law Practice

Self Employed Services
01.2004 - 01.2008
  • Delivered exceptional client care and adhered to ethical guidelines set forth by professional organizations.
  • Established rapport with clients, fostering an environment of trust and open communication.
  • Maintained detailed and accurate case notes, ensuring proper documentation for historical claims.
  • Enhanced the quality of advice for clients by continuously updating knowledge on best practices and attending professional development workshops.

Associate Legal Counsel

Indian Claims Commission
01.2000 - 03.2004
  • Prepared legal opinions, advised on all files, collaborated with cross functional teams, directed research team on all historical research, preparation of Commission final reports.
  • Facilitated the resolution of claim disputes by conducting thorough investigations, mediating conflicts, and providing recommendations for appropriate actions.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry-specific regulations by attending conferences, seminars, and webinars related to relevant legal topics.
  • Developed strong relationships with external partners through diligent communication.
  • Conducted comprehensive legal research to support senior counsels in the formulation of sound legal advice.
  • Researched and interpreted laws, rulings and regulations to advise clients.

Education

LLM - Indigenous Peoples And The Law

University of Ottawa
Ottawa, ON
06-2005

LLB - Law

University of Toronto
Toronto, ON
06-2000

Bachelor of Arts - Human Justice

University of Regina
Regina, SK
06-1997

Skills

  • Creative Writing
  • Grammar usage
  • Strong research skills
  • Content Creation
  • Idea Brainstorming
  • Exceptional storytelling
  • Fact-checking
  • Document Editing
  • Technical Writing
  • Creative Collaboration
  • Persuasive Writing
  • Project Management
  • Client collaboration
  • Attention to Detail
  • Critical Thinking
  • Team Collaboration
  • Editing and proofreading
  • Work Planning and Prioritization

Languages

English
Full Professional

Accomplishments

Self motivated creation of a Screenplay, titled, Skywoman, and publication of fiction novel, titled, Crazy Tree.


Published article, The Expectation of Justice, in the Indigenous Law Journal, was first and only published law article to interview the original negotiators from Canada for specific claims. It still gets quoted.


Indian Claims Commission report on Peepeekisis First Nation, File Hills Colony, about a social engineering experiment, was a high point of my time with the Indian Claims Commission.


Self motivated creation of the working group of advocates which eventually led to the creation of national Indigenous Child Welfare legislation, and a national meeting of all advocates. This was the first time a cross regional group of advocates came together for the purpose of creating national legislation.


Member of the Board with the Adoption Council of Canada 2020/2021.

Timeline

Freelance Writer

Self Employed Writer
03.2012 - Current

Advocate for Indigenous Children in Care

Cross Region Chiefs' Advocacy Committee
01.2007 - 01.2010

Private Law Practice

Self Employed Services
01.2004 - 01.2008

Associate Legal Counsel

Indian Claims Commission
01.2000 - 03.2004

LLM - Indigenous Peoples And The Law

University of Ottawa

LLB - Law

University of Toronto

Bachelor of Arts - Human Justice

University of Regina
Denielle Boissoneau-Thunderchild