Andrea Alam

Legal Research & Case Preparation

• Conducted comprehensive legal research using tools like Westlaw and LexisNexis to support litigation and case strategy.
• Researched statutes, regulations, judicial decisions, ordinances, and legal articles for analysis and memoranda.
• Summarised transcripts, pleadings, motions, briefs, and affidavits to inform solicitor review.
• Organised, drafted, and proofread legal documents, including witness declarations, pretrial statements, and compliance forms.
• Prepared articulate legal briefs and court filings, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
• I attended court proceedings and mediation sessions, and assisted solicitors during trials by managing exhibits and note-taking.

Case and Document Management.

• Organised and maintained case files—physical and electronic—for easy access and accuracy.
• Managed litigation files for both state and federal courts, from initial filing through trial resolution.
• Handled the discovery process, including drafting documents, coordinating production, and organising supporting materials.
• Filed pleadings and legal paperwork with courts under strict deadlines.
• Created spreadsheets and timelines to track deadlines, evidence, and case information.
• Scheduled and coordinated depositions, hearings, client meetings, and attorney calendars.
• Monitored case progress, and updated clients and solicitors on important developments.
• Assisted with subpoena services and law office activities.
• Responded to client calls and facilitated communication between attorneys, witnesses, and court personnel.

Administrative and Operational Support.

• Managed billing by tracking hours worked per case, and organising related records.
• Drafted correspondence and emails to clients, opposing counsel, and court representatives.
• Interviewed clients to gather essential case details and support attorney preparation.
• Processed document production requests from opposing counsel and internal teams.
• Performed general administrative tasks including answering phones, handling mail, photocopying, and scheduling.
• Trained new staff in legal procedures, office practices, and compliance standards.
• Supported trial preparation by organising exhibits, evidence, medical chronologies, and summary charts.
• Performed general administrative tasks, including answering phones, handling mail, photocopying, and scheduling.

• Supported trial preparation by compiling evidence, preparing exhibits, and maintaining organized case files.
• Reviewed and summarised legal documents, managed litigation databases, and provided administrative support including scheduling and client communication.

• Managed front desk operations and provided administrative support, including greeting visitors, handling calls, scheduling appointments, and maintaining accurate records and documentation.