Holly Jane Easey
Rutherford,NSW
Summary
Dedicated, professional and knowledgeable solicitor with expertise across a wide range of legal areas and outstanding written and oral communication skills. I strive to provide clients with a high standard of legal advice through empathetic observation of key legal issues and expert time and case management.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SOLICITOR
HICKSONS LAWYERS
10.2019 - Current
- I am currently gainfully employed as a full-time Solicitor in the area of Personal Injury, specialising in Workers Compensation.
- In this role, I provide highly technical legal advice to insurance providers regarding all aspects of workers compensation and personal injury claims while adhering to strict deadlines and complying with all risk, quality and governance requirements. This work involves the provision of written legal advice drafted to the highest standard, as well as drafting legal documents and participating in dispute resolution and litigious proceedings in the Personal Injury Commission and District Court of New South Wales.
- I independently manage a large practice with an expanding client base through the provision of outstanding written and oral communication and proficient time management.
- In this role, I also work collaboratively and in a mentoring capacity to achieve a collegiate and discussion-based working environment. I consistently collaborate with fellow solicitors to develop innovative legal strategies for complex cases.
- I have mentored junior solicitors to enhance their professional growth and contribute to the firm's success, while personally contributing to the firm's overall success by maintaining a high rate of client retention and consistently achieving positive outcomes.
- I have participated in, and continue to participate in, continuing legal education to stay current on industry trends and maintain expertise in specialised areas.
UNIVERSITY OF NEWCASTLE LEGAL CENTRE – PRACTICAL LEGAL TRAINING
University Of Newcastle, NSW
01.2015 - 12.2019
- As part of my Law degree, I completed 300 hours of practical legal training at the University of Newcastle Legal Centre
- As part of this training, I was involved in all aspects of legal assistance, including efficient file management, legal drafting and performing legal research.
- I conducted interviews with clients regarding a broad range of issues, and through empathetic observation and communication I identified key legal issues which allowed me to brief supervising solicitors and assist in the provision of expert legal advice.
- My participation in this program allowed me to develop outstanding communication skills as well as organisational skills through the management of multiple files simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
PERMANENT PART-TIME LEGAL ASSISTANT
WHITELAW MCDONALD SOLICITORS & ATTORNEYS
12.2017 - 10.2019
- In this role I was involved in all areas of legal assistance and general practice
- My duties included, but were not limited to, preparation/writing of legal documents, serving legal documents, court attendance, filing, photocopying, reception duties, witnessing documents, assisting solicitors in day-today activities and providing general advice to clients both over the phone and in writing.
- In this role, I have gained extensive experience in the area of Workers Compensation specifically Industrial deafness and Coal Mining matters
- I attended to all aspects of Workers Compensation matters unsupervised
- I carried out my role in a professional and efficient manner, while providing a an empathetic and professional client experience.
LAW ON THE BEACH – PRACTICAL LEGAL TRAINING
University Of Newcastle, NSW
01.2018 - 02.2018
- During my practical legal training, I had the opportunity to participate in the Law on the Beach program organized by the University of Newcastle
- During this program I conducted interviews with clients and briefed supervising solicitors as to the relevant legal issues, and assisted in the provision of expert advice and recommendations.
- This experience enabled me in developing an empathetic, professional approach to client interaction, and enabled me to gain practical experience in a wide range of legal issues, including criminal, personal injury and employment related issues.
Education
Admission To New South Wales Supreme Court
02.2020
Bachelor of Law (Honours) / Diploma of Legal Practice -
UNIVERSITY OF NEWCASTLE
01.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Politics and International Relations & Psychology Studies
UNIVERSITY OF NEWCASTLE
01.2017
Belmont high school
01.2014
Skills
- Outstanding written and oral communication
- Provision of highly technical legal advice
- Efficient time management and case management
- Strong negotiation and dispute resolution skills in litigious and non-litigious matters
- Proficient in independent and collaborative based work structures
- Preparing specialised legal documents
- Legal research expertise
- Personal Injury, Workers compensation and general practice expertise
Accomplishments
NSW Justice of the Peace
Certification
- NSW Justice of the Peace
- Higher School Certificate, 2014, HSC ATAR of 90.64
- Australian Defence Force 2012 Long Tan Leadership and Teamwork Award
References
- Available upon request
Affiliations
- Member of the NSW Law Society
Timeline
SOLICITOR
HICKSONS LAWYERS
10.2019 - Current
LAW ON THE BEACH – PRACTICAL LEGAL TRAINING
University Of Newcastle, NSW
01.2018 - 02.2018
PERMANENT PART-TIME LEGAL ASSISTANT
WHITELAW MCDONALD SOLICITORS & ATTORNEYS
12.2017 - 10.2019
UNIVERSITY OF NEWCASTLE LEGAL CENTRE – PRACTICAL LEGAL TRAINING
University Of Newcastle, NSW
01.2015 - 12.2019
Admission To New South Wales Supreme Court
Bachelor of Law (Honours) / Diploma of Legal Practice -
UNIVERSITY OF NEWCASTLE
Bachelor of Arts - Politics and International Relations & Psychology Studies
UNIVERSITY OF NEWCASTLE
Belmont high school
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