Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Note on Volunteering Experience
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Alfred Joshua Muscat

Greenvale

Summary

I am a detail-oriented and motivated penultimate-year Juris Doctor student with hands-on experience as both a paralegal and academic research assistant. I am seeking a clerkship opportunity with a firm where I can make a meaningful contribution while building the foundation for a long-term career. I bring strong analytical and legal research skills, and take pride in producing clear, well-structured, and accurate work that supports commercial outcomes and client success. I am particularly drawn to firms that invest in their clerks, providing mentorship, responsibility, and the opportunity to grow into a trusted member of the team.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Research Assistant

University of Melbourne
07.2025 - Current
  • Conducting in-depth legal research in the field of intellectual property law, focusing on complex doctrinal and policy issues,
  • Assisting with the preparation of a forthcoming academic publication, including critical analysis of case law, legislation, and international legal instruments,
  • Synthesising large volumes of legal material into concise research memoranda and annotated bibliographies,
  • Applying strong attention to detail, advanced legal reasoning, and academic writing skills in a high-level research environment,
  • Managing competing deadlines and maintaining confidentiality in the handling of pre-publication material.

Barristers Assistant

Greens List
02.2024 - Current
  • Reduced Barrister's workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits,
  • Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of operations,
  • Enhanced case efficiency by organising and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence,
  • Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request,
  • Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.

Professional Shadowing

Lonsdale Chambers
05.2025 - 06.2025
  • Gained exposure to high-level advocacy, litigation strategy, and case preparation in commercial law matters,
  • Attended court hearings and conferences, and observed interactions with solicitors, clients and junior counsel,
  • Gained insight into barristers’ ethical obligations, courtroom procedure, and legal reasoning at appellate level,
  • Assisted with legal research tasks.

Cyber Security Consultant

UpscaleCyber.com
01.2020 - 12.2024
  • Provided affordable and tailored cybersecurity services for small businesses,
  • Ensured data privacy and protection meet Privacy Act standards,
  • Managed cyber security projects,
  • Explained technical concepts to non-technical clients in simple terms.

Sales Representative

Domayne Furniture
11.2022 - 05.2024
  • Effectively resolved complex customer issues through finding practical and satisfactory solutions,
  • Contributed to achieving sales objectives through proactive customer engagement and support,
  • Developed a friendly and professional approach to building rapport with customers and colleagues,
  • Recognised for maintaining composure and professionalism when dealing with high-stress situations and competing demands.

Education

Harvard Law School

Juris Doctor -

University of Melbourne
Parkville, VIC
11-2026

Juris Doctor -

Monash University
Melbourne, VIC

Bachelor of Arts -

University of Melbourne
Parkville, VIC
10-2023

Skills

  • Legal Research & Writing – Proficient in conducting high-level legal research, case analysis, and drafting clear, well-reasoned legal documents
  • Analytical Thinking – Strong ability to assess complex information, identify key legal issues, and formulate logical, evidence-based arguments
  • Organisational Efficiency – Demonstrated capacity to manage competing priorities, meet tight deadlines, and maintain precision in high-pressure environments
  • Cybersecurity Literacy – Advanced understanding of digital systems and information security, with prior professional experience in cybersecurity consulting
  • Client Service & Stakeholder Engagement – Experienced in liaising with a wide range of clients and stakeholders with professionalism, discretion, and clarity
  • Effective Communication – Confident in both written and verbal communication, including preparing correspondence, reports, and court documents
  • Collaborative Mindset – Proven team player who contributes positively to group objectives while maintaining a strong sense of individual responsibility
  • Adaptability & Resilience – Comfortable navigating fast-paced and evolving environments, with a consistent record of performing under pressure

Timeline

Research Assistant

University of Melbourne
07.2025 - Current

Professional Shadowing

Lonsdale Chambers
05.2025 - 06.2025

Barristers Assistant

Greens List
02.2024 - Current

Sales Representative

Domayne Furniture
11.2022 - 05.2024

Cyber Security Consultant

UpscaleCyber.com
01.2020 - 12.2024

Harvard Law School

Juris Doctor -

University of Melbourne

Juris Doctor -

Monash University

Bachelor of Arts -

University of Melbourne

Note on Volunteering Experience

Whilst I am strongly committed to public service and community engagement, my ability to undertake volunteer work has been limited due to the need to self-fund my studies. I currently balance full-time work alongside full-time legal studies, which has required me to prioritise paid employment to support myself financially. Nevertheless, I bring to all roles a strong ethic of service, and I am eager to contribute to the legal community in a meaningful way through opportunities such as this one.

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