Harrison Ledger
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Dedicated and passionate professional and third-year law student, with experience in the Legal and Government Relations sectors. Committed to delivering improved outcomes in both community and corporate spaces.
Currently working as a Paralegal at CLS Legal, a boutique law firm in Sydney CBD, supporting the property and estates law teams. This extends from past experience as a Law Clerk at Long Saad Woodbridge Lawyers, and a Legal Research Assistant at Sustaine Solar and Electrical; a cutting edge waste-to-energy start up.
In recent capacity, has also worked as a Government Relations Associate at a Sydney based third-party lobbyist firm, Delta Advisory, delivering valuable research, drafting documents for client engagement, and organising meetings with key political and commercial stakeholders.
Winner of the 2024 USYD Humanitarian Innovation Award and a 2024 Delegate to the National Leadership Forum. In community advocacy, has been a Field Organiser for the Yes23 campaign, and has raised more than $20, 000 for projects including supporting Indigenous Youth in the Illawarra, and flood reconstruction efforts in Lismore.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
CLS Legal
05.2025 - Current
- Coordinated the extensive conveyancing settlement process for commercial and residential property
- Provided assistance with document preparation for matters spanning general conveyancing, building and development, wills and estates, and employment law
- Performed legal administrative duties including file management, billing and template creation
- Completed all duties in a productive and timely fashion by tight prescribed deadlines
- Organised and supported meetings between solicitors and clients
- Proficiency across commonly-used legal software including ActionStep and PEXA
- Provided general assistant duties including office maintenance and management of all in-bound communication
Government Relations Associate
Delta Advisory
03.2025 - 08.2025
- Managed 6 clients across diverse sectors and advised on strategy to achieve agreed-upon goals
- Performed regular and valuable research into political, regulatory and legislative developments
- Drafted lengthy policy papers and political insight documents for clients
- Created and delivered presentations for client engagement and update
- Created and maintained comprehensive research documents on all federal parliamentarians
- Organised meetings between industry, parliamentary offices and government departments across state and federal jurisdictions
- Created briefing documents and recorded minutes for key stakeholder meetings
- Utilised and refined digital tools such as Timely to optimise time management and broader processes
- Provided general administrative and research support during high-intensity periods including the 2025 Federal Election
Law Clerk
Long Saad Woodbridge Lawyers
09.2024 - 03.2025
- Assisted with extensive legal administrative duties including drafting legal templates and documents
- Conducted valuable research to support solicitors in preparing legal arguments and strategy, in commercial law matters
- Streamlined matter-closing processes to optimise efficiency and oversight
- Organised presentations for solicitors and the firm's partners, including to clients, and legal organisations
- Liased with clients, local and state courts, as well as regulatory authorities to gather information and action tasks
- Proficiency in Aderant, IDM and other legal software tools
Legal Research Assistant
Sustaine Electrical And Solar
09.2022 - 04.2024
- Produced legal memos advising company on ongoing compliance considerations with reference to relevant statute
- Worked with a team of legal experts, executive leadership and operations managers for over a year
- Organised and participated in meetings with clients, executive leadership and government authorities to ensure optimal business operation
- Prepared research briefs on market opportunities and evolving regulations
- Completed applications and registrations to relevant authorities including successful application for government grants
- Cultivated relationships with key clients, including Prince of Wales Hospital, to provide optimal waste management model
Field Organiser for the Voice Referendum
Yes23
06.2023 - 10.2023
- Helped recruit a diverse team of more than 50 different community members
- Organised efforts for market stalls, doorknocking, phonebanking and campaign events
- Engaged extensively with community members, stakeholders and political leaders
- Active participation in formation of campaign strategy, resulting in the strongest result for the electorate
Education
Bachelor of Law/Bachelor of Arts -
University of New South Wales
2028
High School Diploma -
The Illawarra Grammar School
09-2022
Skills
- Public Policy and Legal Research
- Analysis and Communication
- Proficiency in Administration, Research and Legal Software
- Memo, Report, Presentation and White Paper Drafting
- Statutory and Common Law Interpretation
- Team Leadership
- Attention to Detail
- Meeting Organisation and Event Planning
- Public Speaking
- Passion for Community Service
- Positive Attitude
Accomplishments
- Winner of the USYD Humanitarian Innovation Hackathon Competition (2024)
- Delegate to the National Leadership Forum (2024)
- Candidate for Kiama Council in the NSW Local Government Elections (2024)
- The Premier's Award for All-Round Academic Excellence in the HSC (2022)
- The Andrew and Sandra Newhouse Award for Business Studies (2022)
- The Legal Studies Prize (2022)
- The History Extension Prize (2022)
- The TIGS Foundation Award for Service (2022)
- National CMPS (Community Problem Solving) Champion, Ranked 3rd Internationally (2020)
Timeline
Paralegal
CLS Legal
05.2025 - Current
Government Relations Associate
Delta Advisory
03.2025 - 08.2025
Law Clerk
Long Saad Woodbridge Lawyers
09.2024 - 03.2025
Field Organiser for the Voice Referendum
Yes23
06.2023 - 10.2023
Legal Research Assistant
Sustaine Electrical And Solar
09.2022 - 04.2024
Bachelor of Law/Bachelor of Arts -
University of New South Wales
High School Diploma -
The Illawarra Grammar School