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Alexa Khoury

Alexa Khoury

Carlton,VIC

Summary

Hardworking and dedicated employee with a diverse range of professional experience in legal and not-for-profit sectors. Proactive and resourceful with excellent critical thinking skills, problem-solving, conflict resolution and communication abilities.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Case Manager

CatholicCare
09.2023 - 01.2024
  • Achieved positive client outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive case management plans.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address client needs and formulate tailored support strategies.
  • Coordinated essential services for clients, resulting in improved overall well-being and self sufficiency.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of clients' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
  • Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.

Paralegal

Chalk & Behrendt Lawyers and Consultants
01.2022 - 12.2022
  • Enhanced case strategy development with comprehensive legal memoranda summarising research findings for attorney review and consideration.
  • Assisted in the development of comprehensive project plans outlining scope, timeline, budget constraints, and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Ensured compliance with court rules and procedures by accurately preparing and submitting legal filings within established timeframes.
  • Enhanced case efficiency by organising and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
  • Assisted attorneys with trial preparation through thorough research and analysis of relevant laws and regulations.
  • Conducted cost-effective legal research using both traditional library resources and online databases such as LexisNexis or Westlaw.

Paralegal

Maurice Blackburn Lawyers
02.2021 - 12.2021
  • Gained invaluable knowledge and insight into the litigation process, including Alternative Dispute Resolution mechanisms, and was afforded the opportunity to practice good communication skills with clients and third parties
  • Facilitated timely and accurate billing by recording billable hours, expenses, and other relevant information in the firm''s billing system.
  • Aided settlement negotiations with effective summary reports outlining key points from discovery materials for use during mediation sessions or pretrial settlement talks.
  • Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
  • Maintained and updated organised client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.

Legal Assistant

Ryan’s Barristers and Solicitors
06.2020 - 12.2021
  • Increased client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and promptly addressing inquiries.
  • Facilitated timely resolution of legal matters by preparing and organising essential documents.
  • Streamlined administrative processes for better efficiency in handling caseloads, reducing paperwork backlog, and ensuring timely completion of tasks.
  • Provided valuable training and support to junior staff members as needed, fostering a collaborative work culture that promoted professional growth for all team members.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
  • Enhanced office productivity by implementing efficient document management systems for easy retrieval and storage.

Senior Resident

John XXIII College
01.2019 - 12.2019
  • Provided pastoral care for residents and undertook extensive training to be a first responder in varying crisis situations
  • Improved community engagement through the organisation of social events and activities for residents.
  • Collaborated with team members to produce resources and trainings relevant to a college cohort and university setting- strong focus on mental health, consent literacy and diversity and inclusion.
  • Developed close relationships with students and university stakeholders to ensure timely resolutions for arising issues, demonstrating cultural competency and understanding of diverse backgrounds

Resident Advisor

John XXIII Resident Association & ANU
01.2018 - 12.2018
  • Enhanced resident satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing solutions.
  • Engaged in and mediated regulated dispute resolution with ANU Interhall Sport Organisation as the Constitutional Officer
  • Assisted in the development of residence policies, contributing to a safe and positive community atmosphere.
  • Collaborated with fellow Resident Advisors on programming initiatives to create a sense of unity among residents.

Education

Graduate Diploma of Legal Studies -

College of Law
2022

Bachelor of Law (Honours)/ Bachelor of Arts -

The Australian National University
06.2022

Central Coast Grammar School
12.2015

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Partnership Building and Stakeholder Engagement
  • Proficiency in MS Office
  • Case Management Systems experience: iManage, 3EMattersphere, Practice Evolve, Carelink
  • Social Media

Accomplishments

  • Mental Health First Aid Cert
  • LGBT+ Ally Training Cert
  • Current/valid WWCC
  • Current First Aid Cert
  • Culture and Diversity Representative of Maurice Blackburn’s Canberra Office

Timeline

Case Manager

CatholicCare
09.2023 - 01.2024

Paralegal

Chalk & Behrendt Lawyers and Consultants
01.2022 - 12.2022

Paralegal

Maurice Blackburn Lawyers
02.2021 - 12.2021

Legal Assistant

Ryan’s Barristers and Solicitors
06.2020 - 12.2021

Senior Resident

John XXIII College
01.2019 - 12.2019

Resident Advisor

John XXIII Resident Association & ANU
01.2018 - 12.2018

Graduate Diploma of Legal Studies -

College of Law

Bachelor of Law (Honours)/ Bachelor of Arts -

The Australian National University

Central Coast Grammar School

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