Gabe Dominica Mendes
Etobicoke,ON
Summary
I am a knowledgeable and dedicated, individual backed by a positive attitude and strong work ethic. I possess excellent communication skills, a strong analytical mind, and good listening and understanding skills.
I am a P1 Licensing Candidate answering the licensing exam scheduled on 30th July 2024.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PARALEGAL STUDENT
Sooch Law Professional Corporation
02.2024 - 04.2024
- Conducted legal research on relevant statutes, regulations, and case law to support ongoing cases, effectively.
- Drafted letters and other correspondence on behalf of clients and communicated with court staff and clients visa calls and emails.
- Participated in client meetings, and assisting with follow-up tasks as needed.
- Worked closely in the area such as tenancy, real estate and personal injury.
JUNIOR LAWYER
Adv. Karpe and Associates
08.2021 - 12.2022
- Prepared pleading documents with statements of claim or defense
- Represented clients in Criminal Courts, Civil Court, and before the High Court of Bombay at Goa
- Assisted in preparing witnesses for trial by providing guidance on testimony techniques and strategies
- Examined legal data to determine advisability of defending or prosecuting lawsuits
- Conducted in-depth research in order to write effective proposals, agreements and contracts.
LEGAL INTERN
Rutland and Partners
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases
- Reviewed legal documents related to European law and provided summaries of their contents
- Analyzed facts and case law to determine possible defenses for clients.
LEGAL INTERN
IndianLaw LLP
11.2019 - 12.2019
- Sorted and organised materials - documents, reports and case files
- Researched Civil Law related laws and regulations and delivered analysis
- Reviewed legal information and documentation
- Conducted research for upcoming cases for the firm's attorneys
- Attended court proceedings with associates and prepared summaries.
Education
Diploma - Paralegal Studies
Humber Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada04.2024
B.A.LLB (Hons.) - 5 year
V.M. Salgaocar College of Law
Panjim, Goa, India 06.2021
11th and 12th - Arts/Humanities
Smt. Parvatibai Chowgule College
Margao, Goa, India 05.2016
Skills
- Client Communication
- Legal Research
- Legal writing
- Case analysis
- Contract Review
- Critical Thinking
Certification
- A licensed lawyer (MAH/11331/2021) under the Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa, High Court of Bombay, India.
- An ambassador for the European Centre for Career Education (ECCEDU), Prague, Czech Republic.
- Completed a course in Financial Markets offered by Yale University, taught by Professor Robert Shillerin February 2021.
International Experience
- Completed the Swedish Culture Course at Tullinge Gymnasium Sweden from April to May 2016. It formed a part of the Athena International Exchange Programme.
- Completed a Summer Program in New Technology Law and secured an internship along with a partial scholarship, offered by the European Centre for Career Education (ECCE) in Prague, Czech Republic 2021.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Professional Working
Konkani
Native or Bilingual
Marathi
Full Professional
Timeline
PARALEGAL STUDENT
Sooch Law Professional Corporation
02.2024 - 04.2024
LEGAL INTERN
Rutland and Partners
07.2022 - 08.2022
JUNIOR LAWYER
Adv. Karpe and Associates
08.2021 - 12.2022
LEGAL INTERN
IndianLaw LLP
11.2019 - 12.2019
Diploma - Paralegal Studies
Humber Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
B.A.LLB (Hons.) - 5 year
V.M. Salgaocar College of Law
11th and 12th - Arts/Humanities
Smt. Parvatibai Chowgule College
- A licensed lawyer (MAH/11331/2021) under the Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa, High Court of Bombay, India.
- An ambassador for the European Centre for Career Education (ECCEDU), Prague, Czech Republic.
- Completed a course in Financial Markets offered by Yale University, taught by Professor Robert Shillerin February 2021.
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