Halima Sayed
Brisbane,QLD
Summary
Versatile Senior Paralegal with background managing cases, coordinating documents and completing in-depth research to support work in personal Injury law. Strengths include verbal and written communication, multitasking and time management. Over four years of experience working in private, public and organizational environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior WorkCover Paralegal - Defendant
Crown Law
11.2023 - 08.2024
- Coordinated settlement talks between counsel and defendants.
- Managed all incoming correspondence from judges, court administrative staff and opposing parties.
- Managed approximately 10 incoming calls, emails and faxes per day.
- Trained new employees on state government and WorkCover QLD policies and legal standards.
- Developed polished motions and briefs to support litigation processes and court proceedings.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
- Conducted background investigations on defendant.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Contacted witnesses to testify under oath at court hearings.
- Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
- Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
- Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
Paralegal Assistant - Plaintiff
QLD Law Group Pty Ltd
06.2022 - 10.2023
- Skilled paralegal with 2+ years of experience providing administrative and clerical support to solicitors in personal injury law firm
- Answer phone calls, book medical and legal appointments and arrange meetings with clients
- Serve as liaison between attorneys, third parties and clients to ensure positive, productive communications at all points
- Preparing and formatting legal documents, including medical and counsel briefs, Statutory Declarations, Witness Statements and legal opinions
- Attending compulsory conferences and preparing summaries.
- Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
- Assisted lawyers with materials preparation for internal and external training events.
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
Lawyer's Assistant and Conveyancing Clerk
Forest Lake Law Practice
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Thorough knowledge of legal terminology and principles of conveyancing
- Skilled in conducting research and interpreting legal documents
- Assisted in the preparation of conveyancing documents and contracts for clients
- Liaised with clients and other relevant parties to ensure smooth conveyance of the property
- Conducted title searches for clients to ensure the property is free from any encumbrances
- Drafted letters, emails and reports to clients and other relevant parties.
- Maintained litigation docket and calendars for three attorneys, noting deadlines for responsive pleadings, motions and other important deadlines.
Service Officer
Services Australia
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Resolved customer complaints efficiently and followed up to ensure customer satisfaction
- Processed customer requests in timely and accurate manner
- Followed strict security measures to protect customer information.
- Monitored and evaluated impact of social services on community.
- Improved clients' coping with routine life activities such as food budgeting and rental payments.
- Facilitated communication between clients and other service providers.
Senior Administrative Officer
AspireNow Pty Ltd
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Managed daily operations of large corporate office
- Developed and implemented administrative systems, processes, and procedures to ensure operational excellence
- Provided administrative support to senior staff, including scheduling, preparing documents, and organising meetings.
- Liaised with staff to manage information, develop systems and compile reports using data to identify trends and take action to enhance performance.
- Acquired proper equipment, refreshments and supplies for meetings and supported needs of attendees.
- Developed and implemented business administration systems, databases and recording systems to support operational delivery.
Education
Graduate Diploma of Legal Practical Training -
Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane, QLD12.2022
Bachelor of Business And Law (Honours) -
Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane City, QLD04.2022
Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Legal Research Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Critical Thinking Skills
- Research and data collection
- Document drafting
- File and Records Management
- Document Preparation
- Team Oversight
- Exceptional telephone etiquette
- Legal/Court Processes
References
AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
Timeline
Senior WorkCover Paralegal - Defendant
Crown Law
11.2023 - 08.2024
Paralegal Assistant - Plaintiff
QLD Law Group Pty Ltd
06.2022 - 10.2023
Lawyer's Assistant and Conveyancing Clerk
Forest Lake Law Practice
06.2021 - 12.2021
Service Officer
Services Australia
01.2021 - 05.2021
Senior Administrative Officer
AspireNow Pty Ltd
01.2020 - 01.2021
Graduate Diploma of Legal Practical Training -
Queensland University of Technology
Bachelor of Business And Law (Honours) -
Queensland University of Technology
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