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Amanda Abeyratne

Cranbourne West,VIC

Summary

Knowledgeable Law Graduate with an understanding of litigation documentation, client relationship building and court procedures. Currently pursuing Practical Legal Training with Leo Cussen. Eager to support legal team with research, documentation and investigative skills.

Dedicated with a conscientious nature, respect for deadlines and legal research skill. Proven to anticipate diverse needs of legal teams.

Hardworking and passionate individual with strong organisational skills, eager to an secure entry-level position. Ready to help the team achieve goals.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Administration

Monash Health
10.2021 - Current
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Maintained up-to-date information in electronic medical records software.
  • Checked in clients for scheduled appointments.

Retail Sales Assistant

JD Sports
03.2019 - Current
  • Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
  • Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.
  • Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
  • Assisted customers with prompt and polite support in-person and via telephone.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.

Placement

Springvale Monash Legal Service
09.2021 - 12.2021
  • Providing legal information, advice and support to victims of family violence.
  • Assisting in the preparation of compensation applications to the Victims of Crim Assistance Tribunal (VOCAT).
  • Assistance and ongoing legal casework.
  • Briefing of Barristers and attendance at VOCAT hearings.
  • Performed legal and general research.
  • Conducted client interviews with supervising Duty Lawyer at Dandenong Magistrates' Court, once per week. Gathering facts to assist unrepresented litigants.

Placement

Family Law Assistance Program
12.2020 - 03.2021
  • Under supervisions of qualified solicitor, provided legal advice to clients and engage in ongoing casework.
  • Investigated facts and laws to determine strategies for case preparation.
  • Contacted clients with supervising solicitor, to gather case information and discuss upcoming litigation.
  • Drafted pertinent information to be sent to clients via phone, email, and mail.
  • Interviewed clients with supervising solicitor, to obtain information relevant to cases.
  • Drafted and revised file notes, letters, and memos.
  • Conducted initial client interviews, gathering facts and triaging clients.

Retail Sales Assistant

TK MAXX
11.2015 - 08.2019
  • Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
  • Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.
  • Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
  • Assisted customers with prompt and polite support in-person and via telephone.
  • Maintained clean sales floor and straightened and faced merchandise.
  • Utilized upselling techniques to promote additional products and increase sales.
  • Offered each customer top-notch, personal service to boost sales and customer satisfaction.

Sales Assistant

Mc Donald's
10.2015 - 02.2016
  • Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took orders.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to correctly update customers on unavailable dishes and wait times.
  • Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.

Education

Bachelor of Laws (Honours) - Law

Monash University
Clayton, VIC
05.2023

Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Filing
  • Client Intakes
  • Confidentiality Understanding
  • Client Interviews
  • Preparing Memoranda
  • Research
  • Organisation

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Sinhalese
Limited Working

Timeline

Administration

Monash Health
10.2021 - Current

Placement

Springvale Monash Legal Service
09.2021 - 12.2021

Placement

Family Law Assistance Program
12.2020 - 03.2021

Retail Sales Assistant

JD Sports
03.2019 - Current

Retail Sales Assistant

TK MAXX
11.2015 - 08.2019

Sales Assistant

Mc Donald's
10.2015 - 02.2016

Bachelor of Laws (Honours) - Law

Monash University

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