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Sonita Shamsul

Summary

Experienced Law Clerk 3+ years of dedicated service, adept at legal research, document drafting, and case management. Proven ability to analyze complex legal issues, ensuring accurate representation. Seeking a challenging position to contribute to legal excellence and continue professional growth within a dynamic legal environment.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Leasing Law Clerk

Orlando Corporation
06.2023 - Current
  • Proficiently prepared and drafted lease agreements in strict adherence to proposals provided by the leasing team, ensuring seamless integration of business objectives with legal requirements.
  • Provided concise and insightful file status updates in weekly meetings, aiding informed decision-making, prompt issue resolution, and team cohesion.
  • Attended negotiation meetings with attorneys to observe proceedings and contribute insights based on client issues and legal research.
  • Assistant Collaboration: Throughout my tenure, I collaborated closely with a dedicated assistant to ensure seamless execution of administrative duties. This partnership allowed me to focus on legal tasks, contributing to increased efficiency and productivity within the legal team.

Real Estate Law Clerk

VS Law Professional Corporation
01.2022 - 07.2023
  • Specialized in residential/commercial real estate transactions & private lender files.
  • Handled all aspects of files from start to finish with minimal supervision.
  • Conducting corporate searches, title and off-title searches, including PPSA searches; completing due diligence and identifying/correcting title defects.

Legal Assistant

Ron Ellis Law Professional Corporation
01.2021 - 12.2021
  • Provided administrative support to attorneys by managing calendars; scheduling appointments; organizing files; preparing correspondence; filing court documents; and obtaining necessary signatures.
  • Researched case law, statutes, regulations and other legal authorities to support assigned tasks.
  • Performed basic bookkeeping duties including tracking payments received from clients.

Education

Law Clerk Diploma -

Fanshawe College

Skills

  • Contract Drafting and Review
  • Legal Research Skills
  • Strategic Planning
  • Attention to Detail
  • Due Diligence
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Teraview & Conveyancer
  • Unity & Closer
  • Yardi/Deal Manager, Clio & PC Law
  • Microsoft 365
  • Organization
  • Ethics and Professionalism
  • Case Management
  • Collaboration and Teamwork

Languages

  • English
  • Russian
  • Farsi

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Leasing Law Clerk

Orlando Corporation
06.2023 - Current

Real Estate Law Clerk

VS Law Professional Corporation
01.2022 - 07.2023

Legal Assistant

Ron Ellis Law Professional Corporation
01.2021 - 12.2021

Law Clerk Diploma -

Fanshawe College
Sonita Shamsul