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Astrid Espinel Melo

Essendon,VIC

Summary

Dynamic legal professional with extensive experience at Legal Services S.A.S, excelling in mediation and conflict resolution. Proven track record in achieving favorable outcomes through active listening and tailored client solutions. Bilingual in Spanish and English, adept at navigating multicultural environments while ensuring confidentiality and compliance in all documentation.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Operator

Tibaldi Aust Pty Ltd
08.2024 - 04.2025
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
  • Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.

General Cleaner

SEAN SERVICES PTY LTD
01.2023 - 07.2024
  • Improved facility hygiene through diligent sanitization of high-touch surfaces and restrooms.
  • Increased client satisfaction through meticulous attention to detail in all cleaning tasks performed.
  • Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.

Conciliation Lawyer

Legal Services S.A.S
06.2021 - 11.2022
  • Increased overall success rate of negotiations by consistently identifying key leverage points within each deal.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to understand their needs and provide tailored solutions.
  • Achieved successful negotiation outcomes by employing effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Monitored case progress to ensure timely resolution of disputes and client satisfaction.
  • Prepared and reviewed contracts and other legal documents following applicable regulations.
  • Analyzed and applied legal principles and performed legal research to support litigation strategy.

Associate Lawyer

Legal & Justice S.A.S
03.2020 - 09.2021
  • Assisted partners in high-profile cases, contributing valuable insights that led to successful outcomes.
  • Drafted clear and persuasive legal documents, including pleadings, briefs, motions, and contracts.
  • Managed client relationships with consistent communication and proactive updates on case progress.
  • Negotiated favorable settlements for clients by effectively conducting discovery, drafting motions, and participating in mediation sessions.

Education

Diploma - Community Services

Souther Cross Education Institud
Melbourne, VIC
07-2026

Certificate - Conciliator in Law

Conciliation And Arbitrage Center: FENALCO
Colombia
06-2021

Bachelor - Law

Universidad Colegio Mayor De Cundinamarca
Colombia
12-2018

Skills

  • Mediation and conflict resolution
  • Active listening and empathic communication
  • Case management and interdisciplinary work
  • Results-oriented and problem-solving
  • Legal knowledge (labour and civil rights)
  • Documentation and confidentiality
  • Multicultural and bilingual competence (native Spanish - intermediate-advanced English)

Timeline

Operator

Tibaldi Aust Pty Ltd
08.2024 - 04.2025

General Cleaner

SEAN SERVICES PTY LTD
01.2023 - 07.2024

Conciliation Lawyer

Legal Services S.A.S
06.2021 - 11.2022

Associate Lawyer

Legal & Justice S.A.S
03.2020 - 09.2021

Diploma - Community Services

Souther Cross Education Institud

Certificate - Conciliator in Law

Conciliation And Arbitrage Center: FENALCO

Bachelor - Law

Universidad Colegio Mayor De Cundinamarca
Astrid Espinel Melo