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Sorayah Hakimi

Hamilton,ON

Summary

Dual degree graduate with an LLB from the University of Sussex (First-Class Honours) and nearing completion of a BA (Honours) in Criminology at Wilfrid Laurier University. Demonstrated expertise in legal research, document drafting, and effective communication through academic and professional experiences. Known for building trust and fostering collaborative relationships. Passionate about inheritance and property law. Excited to embark on a career as a solicitor in the UK, bringing determination, cultural competence, and a strong commitment to ethical and client-focused legal practice.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Summer Law Intern

Oakmont Law
06.2020 - Current
  • Assisted in the preparation of comprehensive closing reports for real estate transactions, compiling essential documents such as closing disclosures, warranty deeds, bills of sale, and title insurance to ensure accuracy, completeness, and clarity for client review
  • Drafted and reviewed legal documents, such as contracts, agreements, and memoranda, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant laws and regulations
  • Conducted legal research on various matters, including easements, restrictive covenants, and wills and intestacy laws
  • Managed and organized large volumes of legal documents and case files, ensuring efficient retrieval and accessibility for the legal team

Student Intern

Crown Attorney's Office
01.2019 - 06.2019
  • Attended court sessions, including trials, pre-trial conferences, and plea bargains, to gain practical understanding of courtroom procedures and legal arguments
  • Conducted research on statutes, case law, legal precedents, and procedural issues to support case strategy and legal arguments
  • Efficiently managed and organized court files and case documentation, ensuring accurate tracking and easy access to information for trial preparation, hearings, and legal proceedings

Field Operations Intern

Hamilton Municipal Election 2018
10.2018 - 10.2018
  • Coordinated and executed door-to-door canvassing for ward 8 candidate Steve Ruddick to engage with voters, disseminate campaign messages, and mobilize support
  • Monitored and analyzed campaign data, voter trends, and polling results to inform strategy adjustments and optimize outreach efforts

Summer Intern

Burns Associates
06.2017 - 08.2017
  • Organized and maintained case files and documents, ensuring that all necessary materials are readily accessible for reviews, meetings, and court appearances
  • Conducted banking operations, including the accurate and prompt depositing of firm funds, supporting the financial integrity and operational efficiency of the office
  • Facilitated the secure and timely exchange of critical legal documents between the office and various courts

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Criminology

Wilfrid Laurier University
Brantford, ON
06-2025

Bachelor of Laws (Honours), Minor Is Spanish - Law, Spanish

University of Sussex
Brighton, UK
07-2024

Skills

  • Areas of Academic Interest: Inheritance Law, Property Law, Family law, Islamic Law & Youth Justice
  • Skills: Effective Communication, Analytical Reasoning, Legal Research, Organizational Efficiency, Building trust and Relationships

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working

Interests

  • Religious and Cultural Studies
  • Travelling
  • Hiking
  • Basketball
  • Boxing


Timeline

Summer Law Intern

Oakmont Law
06.2020 - Current

Student Intern

Crown Attorney's Office
01.2019 - 06.2019

Field Operations Intern

Hamilton Municipal Election 2018
10.2018 - 10.2018

Summer Intern

Burns Associates
06.2017 - 08.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Criminology

Wilfrid Laurier University

Bachelor of Laws (Honours), Minor Is Spanish - Law, Spanish

University of Sussex

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