Jingjing Zhan
Summary
A highly driven and committed solicitor with specialised in conveyancing, leasing, and immigration law. Skilled in providing comprehensive legal advice, drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. Fluent in English and Mandarin. Proficient in legal software and experienced in managing client relationships. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
OFFICER 4 RESEARCH ASSISTANT
ANU College of Asia and the Pacific
2020.03 - Current
- Undertaking research about Chinese public policies and economics in relation to technological innovation;
- Collecting and translating relevant information for supervisors as instructed;
- Maintaining accurate research records, safeguarding confidentiality of subjects, as necessary;
- Managing delivery or assist to freely access Chinese books and relevant Chinese Government Reports for different research projects; and
- Reviewing and editing data to ensure completeness and accuracy of information.
JUNIOR SOLICITOR
Allan Wong & Co Solicitors
2021.11 - 2023.09
- Extensive experience in handling conveyancing transactions, both in residential and commercial real estate, as well as off-the-plan sales of residential units;
- Successfully managed conveyancing files from beginning to completion, ensuring all aspects of process were handled effectively;
- Successfully managed retail and commercial leasing matters, from their initial stages to finalization;
- Drafted documents related to (Enduring) Power of Attorney and Wills;
- Actively collaborated with various stakeholders, including agents, loan brokers, and mortgagees, to ensure smooth and efficient transactions;
- Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills;
- Cultivated client-focused relationships and maintained exceptional approachs to client service; and
- Demonstrated ability to manage own workload.
PARALEGAL
Weighbridge Lawyers
2021.02 - 2021.06
- Conducted direct client interviews, assessed their legal and non-legal issues, and provided reports to supervisors;
- Carried out research and effectively summarized relevant regulations, legislation and case law with areas such as migration law, conveyancing, commercial law, and family law;
- Successfully drafted relevant correspondences and court documents, such as submissions to Department of Home Affairs, statutory declarations, affidavits, and all other relevant court documents with a high level of accuracy; and
- Assisted lawyers by organizing and maintaining documents, both in physical and LEAP Software System).
INTERN
Australian Centre for International Commercial Arbitration
2020.06 - 2020.07
- Undertook thorough research about international commercial arbitration to achieve high quality results;
- Drafted correspondences, articles and other materials by following principles of clear and concise information;
- Supported ADR training initiatives with all necessary activities to achieve professional approach; and
- Involved in preparation of 2020 Asia-Pacific Commercial Mediation Competition and 5th Annual Australia ADR Awards 2020.
PARALEGAL
Legal Aid ACT
2020.02 - 2020.03
- Investigated facts of cases by interviewing clients and performing legal research into case law and precedents;
- Drafted legal documents, including related correspondences, contracts, briefs and complaints;
- Organised and managed a robust system of files, documents and exhibits;
- Coordinated collection, review and production of documents while promptly responding to discovery requests; and
- Compiled information and prepared statistics, charts, graphs and other summaries to detail findings.
Education
Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice -
The College of Law
06.2021
Juris Doctor -
Australian National University
12.2020
Bachelor of International Tourism and Hotel Management -
Griffith University
11.2017
Bachelor of Laws -
Wuchang University of Technology
10.2013
Skills
- Legal research and analysis
- Drafting legal documents
- Client counseling and representation
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving and critical thinking
- Fluent in English and Mandarin
- Advanced level of MS Applications, LEAP, PEXA, TriSearch, and DocuSign
- Multitasking Abilities
- Organization and Time Management
Awards
CERTIFIED SOLICITOR |NSW |August 2021 - Present ANU+ Record of Volunteering Achievement |2019 Certificate of Completion |Vice-Chancellor’s Student Leadership |2018 Credited Paraprofessional Interpreter|English and Mandarin languages |both language directions |2018 Certificate of Completion |Vice-Chancellor’s Student Leadership Program |2018 Griffith Award for Academic Excellence |2017 Attained the Highest Grade for the Course of Hotel Service Operation Management|2016 Merit Student |Wuchang University of Technology |2011 -2013
References
Ms. Rebecca Law, Current Supervisor, Senior Solicitor in Allan Wong & Co Solicitors, +61 435 575 070, rebecca@awongsolicitors.com.au Mr. Andy Kennedy, Current Supervisor, Associate Professor in the ANU College of Asia & the Pacific, +61 424 784 073, andy.kenndy@anu.edu.au
Certification
- Australian Practising Certificate 2023-2024 (NSW);
- ANU+Record of Volunteering Achievement (2019)
- Credited Paraprofessional Interpreter - English and Mandarin Languages (2018)
- Certificate of Completion - Vice Chancellor's Student Leadership Program (2018)
- Griffith Award for Academic Excellence (2017)
- Wuchang University of Technology Award for Merit Student (2011 - 2013)
Timeline
JUNIOR SOLICITOR
Allan Wong & Co Solicitors
2021.11 - 2023.09
PARALEGAL
Weighbridge Lawyers
2021.02 - 2021.06
INTERN
Australian Centre for International Commercial Arbitration
2020.06 - 2020.07
OFFICER 4 RESEARCH ASSISTANT
ANU College of Asia and the Pacific
2020.03 - Current
PARALEGAL
Legal Aid ACT
2020.02 - 2020.03
Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice -
The College of Law
Juris Doctor -
Australian National University
Bachelor of International Tourism and Hotel Management -
Griffith University
Bachelor of Laws -
Wuchang University of Technology
- Australian Practising Certificate 2023-2024 (NSW);
- ANU+Record of Volunteering Achievement (2019)
- Credited Paraprofessional Interpreter - English and Mandarin Languages (2018)
- Certificate of Completion - Vice Chancellor's Student Leadership Program (2018)
- Griffith Award for Academic Excellence (2017)
- Wuchang University of Technology Award for Merit Student (2011 - 2013)
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