Julia-Don Edwards
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Highly-driven and hard-working articling student with a passion for social justice and public service adds value to any fast-paced, creative work environment with people from all backgrounds through leadership, active listening, and engaging written and oral communication.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Student-at-Law
Acton Law Office
07.2024 - Current
- Managed a diverse caseload in a family law office with supervision while maintaining attention to detail and ensuring deadlines were met consistently.
- Conducted thorough research on current legislation and caselaw to stay up-to-date on changes within the field of family law.
- Attended continuing education courses to maintain expertise in family law matters and remain compliant with professional and ethical requirements.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering exceptional service throughout each stage of the legal process.
Server/Barista
Rosso Pizzeria
06.2021 - Current
- Served guests warmly and efficiently to offer memorable experiences and foster repeat business.
Sunday School Coordinator
First Presbyterian Church
07.2016 - Current
- Sourced, modified, and prepared class curricula and targeted lesson plans to accommodate for COVID-19 recommendations while maintaining meaningful connections in a faith-based community.
- Delivered Christian education lessons for a multi-age, multi-cultural group of students.
- Hired, mentored, and supervised instructors and volunteer staff to carry out program goals.
Legal Assistant
Acton Law Office
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Completed document revisions, court document filings, travel arrangements and client billing.
- Scheduled appointments, court appearances, and other legal proceedings at a busy boutique law firm.
- Observed client meetings, court appearances, and alternative dispute resolution meetings in a family law practice.
Client Counsellor Actor
Law Centre - University of Alberta
12.2016 - 12.2020
- Performed as a client in several client counseling roleplays both for course assessments and for competition preparation for current law students.
Production Assistant
Edmonton Public Schools
05.2017 - 06.2020
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, including contract signing, vendor coordination, schedule creation, budget administration, and rehearsal and day-of coordination.
- Evaluated existing plans, processes, and events planning services to identify opportunities for improvement.
Education
J.D. - Law
University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB06.2024
Certificate - Interdisciplinary Leadership
Peter Lougheed Leadership College
06.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology And Drama
University of Alberta
Edmonton06.2020
High School Diploma -
Victoria School of The Arts
Edmonton, AB06.2016
Skills
- P>Team-building and collaboration
- P>Anticipating, identifying, and solving potential problems
- P>Multi-tasking while maintaining a professional and positive demeanor
- P>Attention to detail and standard of excellence
Timeline
Student-at-Law
Acton Law Office
07.2024 - Current
Server/Barista
Rosso Pizzeria
06.2021 - Current
Legal Assistant
Acton Law Office
05.2021 - 08.2022
Production Assistant
Edmonton Public Schools
05.2017 - 06.2020
Client Counsellor Actor
Law Centre - University of Alberta
12.2016 - 12.2020
Sunday School Coordinator
First Presbyterian Church
07.2016 - Current
J.D. - Law
University of Alberta
Certificate - Interdisciplinary Leadership
Peter Lougheed Leadership College
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology And Drama
University of Alberta
High School Diploma -
Victoria School of The Arts
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