Hishaam Shah
Oshawa
Summary
Professional legal candidate with preparation for complex legal tasks and challenges. Demonstrated ability to support legal research, draft documents, and assist in case preparation, leveraging strong analytical and writing skills. Known for fostering collaborative team environments, adapting seamlessly to evolving requirements, and consistently delivering results. Exhibits strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to ethical practices, making reliable asset to any legal team.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Articling Student
Chand & Co
08.2024 - 04.2025
- Developed strong writing skills through drafting memoranda, pleadings, and conducting legal research
- Conducted client interviews to gather relevant information for case preparation.
- Assisted attorneys in drafting legal documents for successful case resolutions.
- Supported senior associates with trial preparation, ensuring thorough case readiness.
- Developed keen analytical skills by reviewing case law, statutes, and regulations relevant to assigned matters.
- Attended court proceedings to gain firsthand experience of the judicial process.
- Prepared and filed pleadings, motions and other legal documents in court proceedings.
- Researched and wrote contracts, agreements and proposals.
Summer Student Intern
Chand & Co
03.2023 - 08.2024
- Developed strong relationships with clients, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and repeat business
- Boosted company visibility online via strategically crafted articles that drove website traffic
- Minimized errors by maintaining accurate records and utilizing attention to detail when reviewing documents.
- Conducted various legal research and writing to assist Senior Counsel in advocacy strategy
Legal Intern
Ackhar Law
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Research and draft 1-2 legal memos per week relating to Labour and Employment Law topics
Customer Experience Associate
TD Canada Trust
02.2021 - 04.2022
- Transformed daily employee email system by creatively emailing personally tailored inspirational messages to colleagues based on their work achievements to motivate them
- Assisted in training new employees on company policies, procedures, and best practices for delivering exceptional service.
- Looked for additional ways to expand products to customers by upselling new products and services.
- Employed active listening skills to accurately understand customer concerns and address them effectively.
Teaching Assistant – Marketing Analytics & Marketing Management
University of Ontario Institute of Technology
01.2020 - 04.2021
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
Undergraduate Research Fellowship
University of Ontario Institute of Technology
05.2020 - 07.2020
- Consolidated crucial details across all journals and articles in a timely manner
- Researched scholarly journals and summarized them
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Education
J.D. - English Common Law
UOttawa
Ottawa, ON04.2024
Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) - Marketing Major
Ontario Tech
Oshawa, ON04.2021
Skills
- Client communication
- Legal research
- Oral advocacy
- Legal writing
- Document drafting
- Civil & Commercial litigation
- Dispute resolution
- Research
- Agreement drafting
- Attention to detail
Languages
Pashto
Urdu
Interests
- Possess an advanced level of skill in Muay Thai
- Would have loved to be gifted with NBA level talent
Timeline
Articling Student
Chand & Co
08.2024 - 04.2025
Summer Student Intern
Chand & Co
03.2023 - 08.2024
Legal Intern
Ackhar Law
11.2022 - 02.2023
Customer Experience Associate
TD Canada Trust
02.2021 - 04.2022
Undergraduate Research Fellowship
University of Ontario Institute of Technology
05.2020 - 07.2020
Teaching Assistant – Marketing Analytics & Marketing Management
University of Ontario Institute of Technology
01.2020 - 04.2021
J.D. - English Common Law
UOttawa
Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) - Marketing Major
Ontario Tech
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