Marley Davis
Toronto,Canada
Summary
Organized and personable with experience in legal and administrative support, business analysis, and project management. Skilled in managing legal documentation, conducting research, supporting case preparation, and handling complex clerical tasks. Proficient in programs such as Adobe Pro, Chrome River, LexisNexis, Outlook, and Word. Strong foundation in criminology, law, and philosophy, offering advanced critical thinking and problem-solving abilities with solid understanding of legal terminology.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Dickinson Wright LLP
07.2024 - 10.2024
- Contract role acting as both a personal assistant to a firm partner and a legal assistant for his team, managing key administrative and clerical tasks.
- My responsibilities included processing expenses, managing calendars, opening and organizing client files, preparing and editing legal documents, and handling financial transactions such as cheque deposits and wire transfers.
- With firm-provided training, I gained proficiency in both legal and administrative software. Skilled in Microsoft Word with Litera for formatting, black-lining, and proofing documents, as well as Adobe Pro PDF editing using features such as hyperlinking and e-signature management.
- To support the partner's time management, I used iTimeKeep to input dockets on their behalf and served as a delegate for their Microsoft Outlook calendar, scheduling critical dates for closings and coordinating in-person and virtual meetings.
- I am experienced in the accounting programs Chrome River and Intapp Flow for expense processing, invoicing, and payment coordination.
- I arranged and facilitated client meetings through the communications platforms Microsoft Teams and Zoom. I conducted regular maintenance checks and supported technical difficulties during calls.
Business Analyst
British Columbia Investment Management Corporation (BCIMC)
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Contracted as a business analyst and project manager for the design and development of a Legal Document Management System (LDMS).
- Consulted with hardware developers to program archival, categorization, and interaction functions for legal documents.
- Conducted department-wide interviews and ongoing process analysis to drive improvements.
- Led and oversaw the digitization of company legal records, client information, invoices, and sensitive data, ensuring data security and regulatory compliance in both economic and legal contexts.
- Actively participated in team meetings to share knowledge, exchange ideas, address challenges, and collaborate on potential solutions.
- Additionally, assumed a legal assistant role to replace a terminated employee, providing immediate support and continuity. Trained a new hire to transition into the position at the end of my contract.
Legal Assistant
Steiner Law Group LLP
03.2020 - 08.2020
- Worked as a clerical assistant for the firm's corporate law team as well as for that of the residential and commercial real estate division.
- Proofed legal documents such as affidavits, articles of incorporation, contracts, requisition letters, statements of adjustment, and wills.
- Managed client, developer, and regulatory compliance authority communications.
- Assisted in the firm's transition from the LawyerDoneDeal to Unity conveyancing platforms.
- Handled office scheduling to manage deadlines, input critical dates, and arrange meetings.
- Responded to client and agent inquiries, providing accurate legal advice and offering assistance.
Legal Intern
Steiner Law Group LLP
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Trained to perform tasks such as legal document archival, research, and contract examination.
- Learned financial data management in Microsoft Excel as well as client file management in NetDocuments, LexisNexis, PCLaw, and LawyerDoneDeal programs.
- Trained by firm's corporate paralegal to draft and proof legal documents and prepare for firm audits by the Law Society of Ontario.
- Shadowed experienced lawyers during client meetings, gaining valuable insight into attorney-client relationships and effective communication techniques.
- Collaborated with fellow interns on group projects, fostering a positive team environment and enhancing productivity.
- Updated clients and agents regularly on deal progress through written correspondence or phone calls under attorney supervision.
Education
Master of Science - Criminology & Criminal Justice
University of Edinburgh Law School
Edinburgh, UK11-2023
Master of Arts - Philosophy & Psychology
University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh, UK07-2022
Skills
- Administrative support
- Advanced Word processing
- Case management
- Client support
- Legal document management
- Legal research
- Microsoft Office
- Project management
- Writing & editing
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Russian
Limited Working
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Dickinson Wright LLP
07.2024 - 10.2024
Business Analyst
British Columbia Investment Management Corporation (BCIMC)
05.2021 - 08.2021
Legal Assistant
Steiner Law Group LLP
03.2020 - 08.2020
Legal Intern
Steiner Law Group LLP
05.2019 - 08.2019
Master of Science - Criminology & Criminal Justice
University of Edinburgh Law School
Master of Arts - Philosophy & Psychology
University of Edinburgh
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