Satinder Boparai
Victoria,BC
Summary
Effective law professional with proven track record of successfully representing clients in court, developing legal strategies and drafting and negotiating contracts. Well-versed in principles of family law, civil litigation and criminal law. Works independently and collaboratively as part of team. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Counsel
Lextegic Law Corporation
04.2023 - Current
- Developed legal strategies to protect client interests and resolve disputes.
- Minimized risk exposure through careful advice on business operations and strategic plans.
- Implemented document retention policy, promoting efficient recordkeeping and ensuring compliance with applicable laws.
- Reviewed and analyzed pertinent state and federal laws and legal precedents.
- Interviewed witnesses and gathered public record research relevant to each case.
- Represented clients in civil litigation and criminal proceedings.
- Explained available courses of action and possible repercussions of cases to clients.
- Presented key evidence and exhibits during civil trials.
- Analyzed legal documents and identified pertinent issues for clients.
- Researched and wrote contracts, agreements and proposals.
- Developed strategies for court proceedings and negotiations.
- Advocated for clients before court in oral argument by presenting facts and evidence in most favorable light.
- Counseled clients on potential outcomes of legal matters.
- Represented clients in court hearings and in negotiations with other parties.
- Negotiated settlements of disputes and litigation.
- Filed timely case pleadings to meet firm deadlines.
- Developed strategies to resolve cases in client's best interest.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
Junior Associate Counsel
Office Of Matvinder Singh (Advocate)
06.2013 - 08.2020
- Handling Criminal Litigation and Mediation proceedings.
- Support Office strategy and Office operations by giving pro-active, professional, competent, (cost) effective and creative legal support and advice.
- Managing limitation periods by setting up appropriate reminders ensuring effective time management.
- Attending and appearing before Honorable High court at Chandigarh.
- Managing work related to drafting and litigation inclusive of criminal matters and mediation.
- Worked on Language Translations extensively.
- Adaptability and empathy towards clients.
- Ensuring Culture inclusive workplace by making and implementing new policies.
- Strengthened collaborative efforts among teammates by facilitating open dialogues during group discussions.
- Maintained confidentiality while handling sensitive information related to client accounts or legal matters.
- Edited and proofread documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Supported senior associates in managing client relationships by scheduling meetings, taking minutes, and following up on action items.
Intern
Office Of Matvinder Singh (Advocate)
09.2010 - 05.2013
- Drafting petitions and legal notices.
- Assisted senior counsels with their day-to-day work.
- Support Clients in filing criminal complaints with police authorities.
- Research on case laws and prepare summary reports.
- Assisted in Language Translations.
- Contributed to positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
- Facilitated successful completion of projects from concept to launch.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
Customer Service Representative
Coles NSW SYDNEY
12.2005 - 01.2007
- Handling POS (Point of Sale) and processing transactions.
- Doing monthly stock take and planning stock orders.
- Acted as a focal point and managed a team.
Education
J.D. - Law Studies
Panjab University
Chandigarh, India05.2013
Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce
Punjabi University, Patiala
Punjab, India05.2010
Skills
- Drafting various Anticipatory bails, Regular bails, Revision petitions and Criminal appeals
- Trial experience
- Family law
- Civil and criminal law expertise
- Estate Planning
- Immigration Law
- Practice Management
- Litigation Experience
- Legal Analysis
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Dispute Resolution
- Settlement Negotiation
- Client Counseling
- Case Law and Outcome Analysis
- Legal Document Preparation
Accomplishments
- Ex- Member of the Law Society of Ontario.
- Executive Member (Victoria Bar Association)
- Active member of the Law Society of British Columbia
- Successfully defended clients in criminal and civil matters.
- Handled some high profile cases during Covid-19.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Urdu
Professional Working
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 05/23/86
Timeline
Associate Counsel
Lextegic Law Corporation
04.2023 - Current
Junior Associate Counsel
Office Of Matvinder Singh (Advocate)
06.2013 - 08.2020
Intern
Office Of Matvinder Singh (Advocate)
09.2010 - 05.2013
Customer Service Representative
Coles NSW SYDNEY
12.2005 - 01.2007
J.D. - Law Studies
Panjab University
Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce
Punjabi University, Patiala
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