Baoqi Hou (Harper)
Meadowbank,NSW
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented legal professional with hands-on experience at Surge Legal and other community and property law practices. Skilled in legal research, drafting, and documentation across family, criminal, and conveyancing matters. Demonstrated ability to manage competing deadlines with accuracy and compliance, contributing to favourable client outcomes. Recognised for strong communication and collaboration with clients, counsel, and stakeholders. Proficient in legal technology, including LEAP, Smokeball, PEXA, and InfoTrack, and committed to delivering efficient, client-focused legal support.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PLT Trainee(Legal Intern)
Surge Legal
08.2025 - 10.2025
- Assisted solicitors and counsel in criminal and family law matters, following the entire litigation process from preparation of court documents to hearings.
- Contributed to favourable client outcomes, including dismissals and conditional release orders, through careful drafting and case preparation.
- Conducted in-depth legal research on property division, child support, and procedural issues, with several research findings adopted by counsel for court use.
- Drafted affidavits, court forms, and submissions for complex family law cases under supervision.
- Developed an independent system to manage competing deadlines, conflicts, and urgent tasks, while maintaining clear communication with clients, counsel, and external parties.
Legal Assistant
CKW & Associates Lawyers
01.2025 - 08.2025
- Assist solicitors in managing end-to-end conveyancing transactions, including the purchase and sale of various property types, and oversee the entire process of off-the-plan purchases from exchange to settlement.
- Draft and review contracts for sale, prepare discharge of mortgage documents, and lodge Foreign Resident Capital Gains Withholding (FRCGW) applications and other required forms to ensure compliance with regulatory obligations.
- Handle conveyancing matters independently, maintaining comprehensive checklists for purchase and sale files to ensure all key stages—contract review, mortgage and discharge coordination, settlement booking, and post-settlement tasks—are completed accurately and on schedule.
- Use PEXA and InfoTrack proficiently to create and manage workspaces, prepare settlement adjustments, monitor financial settlements, and liaise with banks, agents, and clients throughout the transaction process.
- Implement an organised internal tracking system to prioritise multiple files, meet deadlines, and maintain an efficient and accurate workflow across all matters.
Volunteer
Inner City Legal Centre
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Manage client intake and telephone enquiries with professionalism and discretion, assisting clients from diverse and often sensitive backgrounds, including LGBTQ+ and underprivileged communities eligible for free legal assistance.
- Coordinate solicitor calendars, appointments, and client interviews to ensure efficient scheduling and time management across multiple matters.
- Maintain accurate and confidential client records, prepare routine correspondence, and update practice-management systems to support smooth case progression.
Intern
Grandlex Law Firm
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Wrote legal risk analysis reports (3 articles) on corporate big data, provided legal consulting services to potential clients, and actively solicited clients.
- Responsible for inquiring related laws, regulations and similar cases, and providing support for the lawsuits being handled by the law firm so that lawyers can carry out litigation work.
- Proficient use of Qichacha, Tianyancha, CNKI and legal retrieval software such as China Law & Reference and The Magic Weapon of Peking University.
Assistant in Civil Court
People's Court of Zhengzhou
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Responsible for the daily filing and transfer of litigation cases in the section, which increased the reading of criminal cases and enhanced individual courage.
- Completed the filing of protests and appeals in Zhengzhou City from 2013 to 2019 in a short period of time, won high praise from leaders.
Education
J.D. -
University of New South Wales(UNSW)
Sydney, New South Wales, NSW05-2025
Master of International Law -
University of Edinburgh(UoE)
Edinburgh, UK12-2021
Bachelor of Law -
Zhengzhou University（ZZU）
Zhengzhou, China 06-2020
Skills
- Time Management – Proven ability to prioritise competing tasks, meet urgent deadlines, and manage multiple matters efficiently
- Attention to Detail – Strong focus on accuracy in document preparation, data entry, and compliance with procedural requirements
- Documentation and Reporting – Skilled in maintaining thorough client records, preparing legal correspondence, and producing clear reports
- Conflict Resolution – Experienced in managing sensitive client matters and resolving issues calmly and professionally
- Client and Stakeholder Communication – Effective in maintaining strong client relationships and liaising with solicitors, counsel, and external parties
- Legal Research – Experienced in Westlaw, LexisNexis, Wolters Kluwer (CCH IntelliConnect), and HeinOnline with excellent analytical and citation skills
- Legal Technology – Proficient in LEAP, Smokeball, PEXA, InfoTrack, and Microsoft Office Suite for case management, conveyancing, and document production
Certification
- Driver License(Full)
Languages
English
Full Professional
Chinese
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
PLT Trainee(Legal Intern)
Surge Legal
08.2025 - 10.2025
Legal Assistant
CKW & Associates Lawyers
01.2025 - 08.2025
Volunteer
Inner City Legal Centre
05.2023 - 11.2023
Intern
Grandlex Law Firm
01.2022 - 12.2022
Assistant in Civil Court
People's Court of Zhengzhou
09.2019 - 12.2019
J.D. -
University of New South Wales(UNSW)
Master of International Law -
University of Edinburgh(UoE)
Bachelor of Law -
Zhengzhou University（ZZU）