Rachel Hanna
Toronto,Ontario
Summary
Motivated and detail-oriented law school graduate with a strong academic background, excellent research and analytical skills, and a commitment to upholding justice and the rule of law. Seeking a challenging position in a dynamic legal environment to contribute legal expertise to a reputable organization. Eager to continuously expand knowledge and skills in the field while making a meaningful impact.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Groia & Co
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Fulfilled discovery obligations and prepared matters for trial
- Assembled exhibits, affidavits and other legal documents
- Preserved passwords and access information for various legal websites
- Reviewed case file and responsive documents for information with potential to influence case strategy
- Tracked filing, hearing and trials dates and scheduled conferences and interviews
- Assessed files, mail and legal documents to gather information and locate missing or incomplete records
- Scheduled client meetings and prepared meeting documents and minutes
- Managed logistics for delivery of documents for court proceedings and meetings
- Reviewed and evaluated fact-finding and problem-solving methods
- Prepared summaries of cases and recommended alternatives and solutions
- Maintained confidentiality of litigation, negotiations for settlement, and depositions
- Processed filing of court documents and collated evidence and other legal documents for case files
- Assisted with organization, entity formation and processing and tracking annual report filings
- Collected online legal and non-legal data to support cases assigned
Litigation Associate Intern
TSMP LAW corporation
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Conducted legal research into various issues and trends
- Gathered data and compiled documentation for depositions, mediations, hearings, and court appearances
- Applied knowledge of legal precedents to analyze potential outcomes of each case
- Drafted detailed legal analysis of issues and client status reports
- Teamed with legal assistants and paralegals to garner information needed for cases
- Assisted in proofreading contracts and organizing and reviewing contracts
- Assisted administrative tasks and case filing
- Managed deadlines effectively ensuring timely submission of all required filings and correspondence.
- Contributed to positive team dynamics within the firm by collaborating effectively with colleagues in both legal support roles and attorney positions.
- Coordinated scheduling of depositions, hearings, and meetings for seamless communication between parties involved in a case.
Legal Assistant
Iskander and Riad Law Firm
12.2021 - 07.2022
- Dispute Resolution
- Legal Writing
- Excellent communication abilities
- Leadership Competencies
- Critical thinking, Organized and Reviewed Contracts, Maintaining relationships with clients
- Delivered comprehensive memos
- Reviewed mediations, drafted contracts
- Conducted legal research on exceptions and legal precedents
- Produced drafts for important cases
- Shadowed in corporate depositions and settlements
- Conducted comprehensive due diligence investigations for corporate transactions, mitigating risks for clients.
Administrator and Client Relations Manager
Universe Telecommunications Inc
06.2019 - 09.2019
- Automated business processes for improved speed and accuracy
- Processed day-to-day documentation between departments, consistently maintaining communication and eliminating bottlenecks
- Supported month-end closing processes and reviewed completed work to reduce errors
- Created and maintained databases for client information, financial records, and inventory to improve data integrity and accessibility
- Marketing conceptualized and wrote newsletters
- Developed and maintained client databases
- Satisfy client requirements
Education
BACHELOR OF LAW- LLB - BANKING, CORPORATE, FINANCE, SECURITIES LAW
University of Surrey
United Kingdom07.2023
High School Diploma -
British Ramses School
Cairo, Egypt 06.2020
Skills
- Ability to Multitask
- Effective Time Management
- Legal Research
- Attention to detail
- Scheduling/Planning
- Microsoft Office
- Administrative Support
- Client Communication
- Document filing
- Client Support
- Proofreading
- Exceptional telephone etiquette
- Organizational Efficiency
- Corporate Law
- Tax Law
- Proficient in MS Office
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Groia & Co
09.2023 - 01.2024
Litigation Associate Intern
TSMP LAW corporation
06.2023 - 08.2023
Legal Assistant
Iskander and Riad Law Firm
12.2021 - 07.2022
Administrator and Client Relations Manager
Universe Telecommunications Inc
06.2019 - 09.2019
BACHELOR OF LAW- LLB - BANKING, CORPORATE, FINANCE, SECURITIES LAW
University of Surrey
High School Diploma -
British Ramses School
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