John Christopher
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
I am a passionate and analytical legal professional adept at problem-solving and focusing on viable solutions. Currently working in the Commercial Litigation and Motor Vehicle Insurance sector, I bring high attention to detail, a strong work ethic, and a desire to learn. I am skilled at prioritizing, tracking, and actioning tasks independently. Having recently graduated with a Bachelor of Legal and Dispute Studies, I am a penultimate Law student eager to apply my knowledge and experience to support a law firm and continue growing as a legal professional.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Competitions
RMIT Law School Society
Melbourne, VIC
03.2024 - Current
- Organise all RMIT Law School Competitions
- Promote competitions and Law school culture
- Liaise with University staff, students and industry professionals
- Engage with External Universities to develop good working relationships
- Create and run Law school competitions
Law Clerk
Ligeti Partners
Melbourne, VIC
02.2024 - Current
- Analyze complex legal issues to determine possible outcomes
- Conduct research on relevant statutes, case law, regulations, and legal articles
- Review, draft and issue legal proceedings
- Liaise with client's and multiple stakeholders simultaneously
- manage multiple cases while meeting strict deadlines
- Successfully manage 110+ cases simultaneously, while meeting KPI's
- Advise clients on their rights based on applicable laws or regulations.
- Train and guide other Law Clerks
Legal Secretary
Ligeti Partners
Melbourne, VIC
05.2023 - 02.2024
- Liaising with courts, lawyers, and clients via phone, mail, email, and in person.
- Manage solicitors' calendars and travel arrangements.
- Transcribe dictations from audio recording into written and/or actionable forms
- Draft, edit and file court documents such as briefs, motions and subpoenas
- Coach and train Secretaries and manage task flow.
- Implement new filing and organisation systems to improve efficiency processing efficiency
Legal Assistant Intern
Tut & Co Lawyers
Melbourne, VIC
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Organise, create, and maintain files using LEAP Software
- File pleadings and paperwork with courts, prosecution, and other relevant parties
- Liaise with court staff, solicitors, prosecutions, clients, and other relevant parties
- Manage solicitor calendars and attend meetings
- Draft legal documents including court documents and letters
- Phone receptionist duties.
Consulting Team Leader
180 Degree Consulting Royal Melbourne
Melbourne, VIC
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Create and implement project plans with established timelines
- Review project risks and devised proactive strategies to avoid potential roadblocks
- Delegate tasks and monitor performances
- Coach and supervise team members
- Translate needs, issues and ideas into effective strategies and action plans
- Liaise with clients, directors and other relevant stakeholders
- Run meetings and set agendas.
Education
Bachelors of Law -
RMIT University
Melbourne, VIC11-2026
Bachelor of Legal and Dispute Resolution -
RMIT University
Melbourne, VIC12.2023
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and legal case management software
- Leap Legal Software
- Lexis Affinity
- Multitask and prioritization
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Team collaboration and Leadership
- Legal Drafting
- Strong Negotiation skills
- High attention to detail and standards of work
Timeline
Director of Competitions
RMIT Law School Society
03.2024 - Current
Law Clerk
Ligeti Partners
02.2024 - Current
Legal Secretary
Ligeti Partners
05.2023 - 02.2024
Legal Assistant Intern
Tut & Co Lawyers
06.2022 - 10.2022
Consulting Team Leader
180 Degree Consulting Royal Melbourne
03.2022 - 06.2022
Bachelors of Law -
RMIT University
Bachelor of Legal and Dispute Resolution -
RMIT University
Accomplishments
- Host Negotiation Competition for RMIT Law Students
- Host an essay competition for RMIT law students
- Kirby Contract Law Moot
- Criminal Law Moot
- Civil Law Moot
- Social Justice Moot
- Secretary Team Leader
- Law Clerk Peer Mentor
References
References available upon request.
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