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ELAHEH RAD

Toronto,ON

Summary

Dedicated Law Clerk with conscientious nature, respect for deadlines and advanced legal research skill. Proven to anticipate diverse needs of legal teams. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy and expertise in researching and analyzing laws, drafting and preparation documents and conducting client screenings. Proficient in Unity Software, LawyerDoneDeal software (LDD) and Clio. With an excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Law Clerk - Legal Assistant

Jahanshahi Law Professional Corporation
05.2021 - Current
  • Manage Corporate and Real Estate files.
  • Client relationship.
  • Updated firm's database with new information for client records and financial documents.
  • Investigated facts and laws to determine strategies for case preparation.
  • Maintained calendars for by updating and entering important dates and meetings.
  • Met with clients on legal team's behalf to gather case information and discuss upcoming litigation.
  • Supported lawyers in reviewing and processing search warrants, subpoenas and documents.
  • Managed administrative duties such as filing documents, scheduling meetings and tracking case statuses.
  • Conducted legal research on law, providing thorough memoranda.
  • Created and prepared legal drafts by organizing and assembling information for legal documents and forms.
  • Supported legal team by conducting research, drafting briefs, gathering information and interpreting legal documents.
  • Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
  • Prepare and negotiate contracts and retair agreements.
  • Generated leads to meet and exceed revenue goals by identifying new clients.

Legal Assistant

SLS Legal Services
01.2012 - 04.2021
  • Work on temporary as well as permanent residency applications including Express Entry, Business Immigration, Immigration Appeals, Super/Temporary Resident visa, Family/Spousal Sponsorships, Work/Study Permit, PR Card Renewals and Citizenship.
  • Prepare and negotiate contracts with variety of clients.
  • Contact clients to schedule appointments and discuss the progress of cases.
  • Assist clients with intake process and respond to both basic and complex queries in thorough and timely manner.
  • Maintain filing systems and frequently control confidential materials and documents.
  • Draft application forms and review application supporting documents and assist with preparation of files for submission.
  • Follow-up with clients to ensure timely completion of their files.
  • Engaged in business development activities including attendance to networking events and cultivating relationships with lawyers, financial and investment advisors.

Administrative Assistant

SLS Legal Services
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Provided senior level administrative support, advice and key guidance on staff related issues and client updates while using discretion and confidentiality.
  • Responded independently to client inquiries and escalated complex enquiries to appropriate parties based on knowledge/structure and work process.
  • Proactively managed multiple extremely complex calendars.
  • Effectively prioritized client needs and built effective working relationships with key stakeholders.
  • Processed and submitted expense receipts and vendor invoices for approval and payment.
  • Monitored progress, time and deliverables of assignments to team members and assisted where needed.

Education

Diploma - Paralegal Studies

George Brown College

B.A. - Law Society

University of Science And Culture

Skills

  • Experienced Law clerk and Legal Assistant with a demonstrated history of working in the legal services
  • Strong legal professional with a Diploma in Paralegal studies from George Brown College in Toronto, Canada
  • Skilled in client intake, Legal Advice, Real Estate , Corporate Law, immigration law and customer care
  • Ability to plan, prioritize, organize and execute multiple tasks simultaneously to meet deadlines within fast paced and fluid environments
  • Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills, with an operating style that stresses
  • Integrity, accountability, collaboration and a strong work ethic

Timeline

Senior Law Clerk - Legal Assistant

Jahanshahi Law Professional Corporation
05.2021 - Current

Administrative Assistant

SLS Legal Services
01.2015 - 01.2018

Legal Assistant

SLS Legal Services
01.2012 - 04.2021

Diploma - Paralegal Studies

George Brown College

B.A. - Law Society

University of Science And Culture

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