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ONYEKA CHRISTIANA

Calgary,Canada

Summary

Experienced and results-driven Legal Assistant with over a decade of expertise in real estate law Proficient in legal principles governing property transactions, with a proven ability to draft legal documents, conduct due diligence, perform title examinations, and facilitate seamless client communications. Adept at supporting legal teams with precision and efficiency, ensuring compliance and accuracy in all real estate matters. Recognized for strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a client-focused approach in high-pressure environment

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paralegal Instructor

CDI College
03.2024 - Current
  • Increased student retention rates by offering personalized academic support through one-on-one tutoring sessions and regular progress check-ins.
  • Tutored students in legal drafting of real estate documents, conducting searches, file management, and retention.
  • Implemented an online learning platform that allowed for expanded access to course materials and increased flexibility for working students.
  • Improved student exam pass rates through the development and implementation of targeted study guides and review sessions.

Legal Assistant (Criminal Law)

Prestige Law
09.2023 - 01.2025
  • Managed and organized over 70 legal documents, ensuring an accurate,efficient, and cost-effective filing system.
  • Provided administrative support to attorneys, including scheduling meetings and maintaining calendars.
  • Conducted over 50 legal research and prepared comprehensive memorandums and reports.
  • Laised with clients, the court, crown prosecutors, and third parties on active files.
  • Requested and analyzed disclosures on all client matters.
  • Interviewed over 50 clients and witnesses.
  • Assisted in trial preparation by organizing exhibits, coordinating witnesses,and managing deadlines.

Real Estate Administrative Assistant

Legal EDGE
09.2022 - 11.2022
  • Managed and organized over 20 legal documents, ensuring an accurate, efficient, and cost-effective filing system
  • Provided administrative support to attorneys, including scheduling meetings and maintaining calendars
  • Conducted over 20 legal research and prepared comprehensive memorandums and reports
  • Laised with clients, the court, crown prosecutors, and third parties on active files
  • Requested and analyzed disclosures on all client matters
  • Interviewed over 30 clients and witnesses
  • Assisted in trial preparation by organizing exhibits, coordinating witnesses, and managing deadlines
  • Managed all aspects of planning and executing maternity leave
  • Enhanced my skills and knowledge in the ever-evolving practice of law and statute
  • Performed over 50 legal research tasks
  • Assisted lawyers by providing administrative and legal support
  • Provided efficient and effective practice management support by greeting clients, scheduling appointments, and managing files
  • Conducted legal research to stay updated with growing real estate market trends
  • Exchanged daily correspondences with over 5 clients, representatives (agents) and lawyers
  • Performed over 40 legal searches at the Land Title Registry and reviewed title reports to identify encumbrances on properties
  • Utilized daily legal research tools and software such as LexisNexis, CanLII, Westlaw, Chicago Title Insurance, City Online, and SpinIIHost

Associate Attorney (Real Estate)

Diamond Hills Solicitors
08.2021 - 07.2022
  • Assisted over 30 clients in structuring transactions within legal constraints while achieving their business needs
  • Drafted and reviewed over 35 legal documents monthly, including contracts of sale, deeds of assignments, and lease agreements
  • Conducted over 40 extensive legal research and reports on complex real estate matters, including land titles, property acquisitions, and rent/leasing agreements
  • Carried out over 100 due diligence investigations and property title searches to prevent any encumbrance of title
  • Ensured legal compliance of our client's properties with the relevant regulatory authorities especially Federal and State (Provincial) regulations
  • Represented clients in court (State High Court (Provincial Court), Federal High Court, and the Court of Appeal) and achieved a 70% success rate in all real estate matters
  • Negotiated settlements of over 50 civil disputes
  • Managed all administrative duties, including: Answering calls and providing customer care, Overseeing office management and database administration, Handling billing, invoicing, and account management

Technical Support Advisor 2

Concentrix
08.2021 - 06.2022
  • Acted as a customer service representative, achieving an 80% client satisfaction rate while courteously handling more than 10 inbound and outbound calls
  • Provided technical support and troubleshooting assistance to customers via phone, email, and chat
  • Resolved complex technical issues by analyzing problems, identifying root causes, and implementing effective solutions
  • Documented all customer interactions and solutions in a detailed and organized manner
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to escalate and resolve critical customer issues in a timely manner
  • Continuously updated knowledge of product features, technical specifications, and industry best practices to deliver accurate and up-to-date information to customers

Junior Legal Associate (Corporate Law)

Bimogha Dambo & Co
01.2015 - 01.2019

Managed all administrative and legal duties, including:

  • Answering calls and providing customer care.
  • Overseeing office management and database administration.
  • Handling billing, invoicing, and account management.
  • Scheduling travel and accommodation.
  • Coordinating meetings, conferences, and seminar programs.
  • Organized and maintained a computer and manual filing system for client information.
  • Conducted consultations with clients to assess their needs and determine the best options for effective client representation.
  • Stayed up-to-date on existing laws and policies related to legal issues impacting clients.
  • Registered over 50 businesses and corporations with the Corporate Affairs Commission.
  • Ensured compliance of client organization with all regulatory bodies.
  • Led several shareholders' and Director's meetings.

Education

Bachelors Law - Real Estate, Estate Planning, Business Law, Professional Responsibility

Law Society of Ontario
Ontario, CA
04-2025

Certificate of Qualification Law - Administrative Law, Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Professional Responsibility, Foundations of Canadian Law

National Committee On Accreditation
Ontario, CA
11.2021

Master's Maritime Law -

University of Southampton
Southampton, England
12.2014

BL Law -

Nigerian Law School
Lagos, Nigeria
09.2012

Bachelors Law -

Babcock University
Ogun, Nigeria
06.2011

Skills

  • Self-Starter
  • Organizational Skill
  • Excellent Time Management
  • Client Focus
  • Critical Thinker
  • Excellent Communication
  • Legal Research
  • Proficient User of Microsoft Suites and Cosmolex

Languages

English
Full Professional

Certification

Member, Chartered Institute of Arbitrators United Kingdom

Software

Microsoft Suite

Adobe

Cosmolex

Webex, Teams

Interests

Reading

Lawn Tennis

Timeline

Paralegal Instructor

CDI College
03.2024 - Current

Legal Assistant (Criminal Law)

Prestige Law
09.2023 - 01.2025

Real Estate Administrative Assistant

Legal EDGE
09.2022 - 11.2022

Associate Attorney (Real Estate)

Diamond Hills Solicitors
08.2021 - 07.2022

Technical Support Advisor 2

Concentrix
08.2021 - 06.2022

Junior Legal Associate (Corporate Law)

Bimogha Dambo & Co
01.2015 - 01.2019

Master's Maritime Law -

University of Southampton

BL Law -

Nigerian Law School

Bachelors Law -

Babcock University

Bachelors Law - Real Estate, Estate Planning, Business Law, Professional Responsibility

Law Society of Ontario

Certificate of Qualification Law - Administrative Law, Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Professional Responsibility, Foundations of Canadian Law

National Committee On Accreditation
ONYEKA CHRISTIANA