Lenna Aria
Toronto
Summary
Knowledgeable junior lawyer with a strong background in legal research and case preparation. Made valuable contributions to multiple litigation teams by drafting legal documents and assisting in court proceedings. Demonstrated analytical thinking and excellent communication skills during articling in civil litigation and criminal defense, supporting case strategies and client interactions. Actively seeking an associate lawyer position at a law firm that shares a passion for the law and provides opportunities for professional growth and excellence. Anticipated call date: March 2025.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Articling Student
Stellar Law PC
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Drafted correspondence for clients under supervision from practicing lawyers that resulted in prompt responses on important matters.
- Assisted principal in drafting legal documents for successful case resolutions.
- Managed upwards of 50 files, including a variety of criminal defence and personal injury.
- Maintained open lines of communication with clients, fostering trust and rapport-building relationships throughout the articling period.
- Supported senior associates with trial preparation, ensuring thorough case readiness.
- Delivered comprehensive reports summarizing completed tasks which streamlined workflows for supervising attorneys.
Paralegal
Bilkey Law Corp.
07.2022 - 08.2023
- Prepared for trials, conducting legal research and drafting pleadings.
- Organized key evidence exhibits to prepare for trials.
- Scheduled appointments, court appearances and examination for discoveries.
- Developed positive working relationship with courts, clients, law enforcement members and attorneys.
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
- Assisted attorneys with reviewing and organizing witness reports.
- Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
Legal Assistant
Yu Law Firm
06.2021 - 10.2021
- Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
- Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality and extreme discretion.
- Was in charge of preparing 100% of submissions, resubmissions and case conference summaries.
- Scheduled appointments, court appearances and depositions for busy law firm.
- Organized key evidence exhibits to prepare for trials.
Legal Intern
Chanpreet Kooner Sole Practicioner
04.2020 - 10.2020
- Interviewed and communicated with clients via phone or email.
- Performed legal and general research, drafting memoranda and correspondence.
- Implemented a BF System to help organize client deadlines.
- Reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors.
- Drafted, received and tracked due diligence checklists.
Inside Sales Representative
iA Auto Finance
05.2018 - 09.2019
- Recruited dealerships nationwide to partner with the company as their chosen finance option.
- Managed all queries from dealerships.
- Visited customer locations to evaluate requirements, demonstrate product offerings and propose strategic solutions for diverse needs.
- Set up new accounts, established customer credit, and set up payment methods.
- Managed and recorded all leads from outbound telephone marketing.
- Followed up with customers after completed sales to assess satisfaction and resolve any technical or service concerns.
- Utilized digital and telephone approaches to generate sales leads.
School Leader
Peace by PEACE
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Created programs for children in low income schools including in class activities, ranging from mental health to anti-bullying
- Assumed teaching role in classroom sizes of up to 30.
- Organized instruction material, including constructing bulletin boards and setting up work areas.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Created learning and content strategies to meet needs of mentally and physically disabled students.
Sales Administration Assistant
Glenleven Chrysler Dealership
05.2015 - 09.2016
- Opened and properly distributed incoming mail to promote quicker response to client inquiries.
- Performed research to collect and record dealership data.
- Managed over 100 customer calls per day
- Increased resales by 10%
- Used AutoDealer software to prepare various correspondence, reports and other written material.
- Transcribed and organized information to assist in preparing speeches and presentations.
Education
LLB - Law
University of Leeds
Leeds, UK06.2022
Honours Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Toronto
Toronto, ON06.2019
High School Diploma -
Lorne Park Secondary School
Mississauga, ON06.2014
Accomplishments
- Latham & Watkins White Collar Defense & Investigations Virtual Experience Program (2020)
- Quarterfinalist, Norton Rose Fulbright Debating Competition (2020)
Extra Curricular and Volunteer Experience
Course and Workshop Participant
- Participant in Commercial Awareness Workshop, Baker Mackenzie (2019)
- Participant in Advocacy Workshops, University of Leeds (2019)
- Peer Mentorship, University of Leeds (2020)
Volunteer Activities, School of Law, University of Leeds
- Peer Mentorship (2020)
- Student Ambassador, meeting prospective students (2020)
PLASP After School Program Classroom Volunteer (2013)
- Prepared materials for class activities and art projects.
- Provided general assistance to classroom teachers, including distributing paperwork and cleaning up play areas.
- Help provide a safe environment for students.
- Demonstrated different educational, behavioral and physical skills.
- Played games with small groups of students reviewing previous day's material.
- Helped students complete tasks such as specific work problems and tying shoes.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Persian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Articling Student
Stellar Law PC
09.2023 - 05.2024
Paralegal
Bilkey Law Corp.
07.2022 - 08.2023
Legal Assistant
Yu Law Firm
06.2021 - 10.2021
Legal Intern
Chanpreet Kooner Sole Practicioner
04.2020 - 10.2020
Inside Sales Representative
iA Auto Finance
05.2018 - 09.2019
Sales Administration Assistant
Glenleven Chrysler Dealership
05.2015 - 09.2016
School Leader
Peace by PEACE
01.2015 - 01.2019
LLB - Law
University of Leeds
Honours Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Toronto
High School Diploma -
Lorne Park Secondary School
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