Emily Moore
Summary
Proactive Solicitor with 7 years of experience, specializing in family law and early dispute resolution. Passionate about parenting matters and providing key legal advice to vulnerable peoples. Proven success in client retention, case management, and mediation, with a strong background in legal aid and court appearances. Skilled in client communication, legal software, and maintaining confidentiality, offering a compassionate and detail-oriented approach.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Solicitor
Adams Legal Pty Ltd
01.2018 - Current
- Built strong relationships with clients, offering tailored advice and guidance throughout legal proceedings.
- Participated in continuing legal education programs to stay current on industry trends and maintain expertise in specialized practice areas.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by promptly addressing inquiries from both new and existing clients.
- Led mediation efforts between disputing parties, fostering resolution without costly litigation procedures.
- Contributed to the firm''s overall success by maintaining a high rate of client retention and consistently achieving positive case outcomes.
- Managed a diverse caseload, resulting in successful legal representation for various client matters.
- Contributed to business development efforts by participating in networking events and maintaining a high level of client satisfaction.
Casual Event and Enrolment Staff
University of Wollongong
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Called mature age students and spoke with them about their university experiences.
- Referred student concerns to members of staff.
- Sent email confirmation to students outlining the nature of assistance each individual sought.
- Coordinated students into their degree activities.
- Led a guided tour of first year law students around campus
- Liaised with new students & answered their questions about university.
- Assisted students with enrolling online.
- Ran several information sessions about enrolment for groups of 20 students.
- Took new students and international students on University tours.
- Assisted with onboarding new staff members, providing orientation and support.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with colleagues through regular meetings and communication.
- Developed and improved time management and organizational skills to maximise personal productivity.
Volunteer
Aboriginal Legal Services
01.2015 - 03.2015
- Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
- Streamlined communication between clients and legal staff by managing client inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Assisted clients with filling out court documents.
- Organised client correspondence, answered calls and transferred them to solicitors.
- Observed solicitors briefing clients at local courts about possible sentencing options.
- Attended client meetings regarding family and criminal matters and took notes.
Legal Assistant
Rachel Stubbs & Associates
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
- Sat in and observed client meetings/interviews.
- Researched publications for similarities that would aid solicitors with current cases.
- Drafted judicial correspondence and organised client files for court appearances.
- Reduced errors in court filings by meticulously proofreading documents for accuracy before submission.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Wollongong
Wollongong 06.2017
Bachelor of Law -
University of Wollongong
Wollongong, NSW06.2017
Practice Legal Training (PLT) - Law
Sydney College of Law
Sydney 04.2017
Skills
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and client management abilities
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team and develop relationships with colleagues
- Strong work ethic, attention to detail, well presented and possess time management skills
- Case management expertise
- Family law background with particular focus on parenting matters - 7 years in local boutique family law firm
- Expertise in Early Dispute Resolution and alternatives to litigation
- Experience with vulnerable clients - legal aid matters
- Proficient at using Smokeball and LEAP Legal software
- Compassionate, understanding and sensitive
- Competency appearing at court events in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia, including but not limited to Mentions, Directions Hearings, Interim Hearings, Compliance Hearings, Court based family dispute resolution
- Proficient at preparing court documents
Hobbies
- Avid Cinephile
- Netball
- Reading
- Travelling
Timeline
Solicitor
Adams Legal Pty Ltd
01.2018 - Current
Volunteer
Aboriginal Legal Services
01.2015 - 03.2015
Casual Event and Enrolment Staff
University of Wollongong
01.2013 - 01.2017
Legal Assistant
Rachel Stubbs & Associates
01.2011 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Wollongong
Bachelor of Law -
University of Wollongong
Practice Legal Training (PLT) - Law
Sydney College of Law
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