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Erin Li

Montréal

Summary

Detail-oriented and globally minded legal professional with a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Comparative Common Law from Université de Montréal. Successfully passed both the Ontario Barrister and Solicitor Licensing Examinations in the June 2025 sitting. Experienced in intellectual property and contract law, with strong exposure to cross-border legal work and supplier negotiation. Adept at legal drafting, research, and evidence management under lawyer supervision.
Trilingual in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese, with limited working proficiency in French, enabling effective communication with diverse clients. Eager to contribute legal insight and multicultural understanding to a forward-thinking immigration law firm during the articling term.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Law Clerk

Dermadry Laboratories Inc.
06.2023 - 08.2025
  • Provide legal support for cross-border commercial operations, focusing on supplier contract negotiation, NDA drafting, and compliance with Chinese and Canadian regulations.
  • Assist in the protection and enforcement of Dermadry’s intellectual property in China by preparing cease-and-desist letters, compiling evidence, and coordinating with external counsel.
  • Conduct legal research and draft memos on trademark law, contract enforcement, and regulatory compliance, supporting strategic legal decisions.
  • Develop due diligence checklists and risk analyses to inform supplier onboarding and legal enforcement strategies.
  • Implement document tracking systems, maintain legal filing structures, and create standardized contract templates to improve legal department efficiency.
  • Liaise between internal teams and external legal counsel across jurisdictions to ensure smooth legal workflow and alignment with business objectives.

Legal Intern

Yingke Law Firm
10.2020 - 04.2021
  • Interned in the Intellectual Property department, assisting with copyright enforcement matters for a corporate client owning music rights.
  • Supported litigation and enforcement actions against unauthorized commercial use of copyrighted music in cafés, restaurants, and other establishments.
  • Drafted legal documents including cease-and-desist letters, infringement notices, and evidence summaries under the supervision of a licensed lawyer.
  • Conducted research on relevant copyright laws and precedents, and helped analyze infringement scenarios to support enforcement strategies.
  • Organized and managed case files, gathered and catalogued multimedia evidence (e.g., audio/video recordings), and ensured timely submission of legal materials.
  • Contributed to legal briefing preparation by summarizing facts, translating materials, and coordinating communications with infringing parties and the client.

Intern Assistant of Judge

Foshan Nanhai People’s Court
06.2019 - 09.2019
  • Interned in the Civil and Economic Division, supporting judges on cases involving credit card debt recovery by banks, divorce proceedings, child custody disputes, and other family law matters.
  • Assisted in preparing judicial documents such as court notices, summaries, and internal memos under supervision.
  • Organized and maintained case files, ensuring timely and accurate documentation of case records and supporting materials.
  • Answered phone inquiries from litigants and lawyers, helping schedule hearings and providing procedural information in a professional manner.
  • Developed familiarity with civil litigation processes and court operations, gaining valuable exposure to practical judicial workflow in a high-volume court setting.

Education

Master of Laws (LL.M.) - Comparative Common Law

Université De Montréal
Montreal, QC
05-2023

Bachelor of Law - Legal Studies (International Economic Law)

Guangdong University of Foreign Studies
Guangzhou, China
06-2021

Skills

  • Legal drafting (contracts, NDAs, cease-and-desist letters)
  • Legal research and memo writing
  • Intellectual property enforcement (trademark, copyright)
  • Due diligence and compliance review
  • Supplier contract negotiation and management
  • File and document management
  • Cross-border legal coordination (Canada–China)

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Mandarin (Chinese)
Native or Bilingual
Cantonese
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working

Timeline

Law Clerk

Dermadry Laboratories Inc.
06.2023 - 08.2025

Legal Intern

Yingke Law Firm
10.2020 - 04.2021

Intern Assistant of Judge

Foshan Nanhai People’s Court
06.2019 - 09.2019

Master of Laws (LL.M.) - Comparative Common Law

Université De Montréal

Bachelor of Law - Legal Studies (International Economic Law)

Guangdong University of Foreign Studies
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