Keerthana Krishnasamy
Law Student
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Knowledgeable and dedicated law student with progressive legal experience gained through internships in law firm environments. Aspiring to pursue career opportunities as a ParaLegal with a broader aim to thrive and excel as a professional in the legal world.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Assistant
Nextra Newsagency
Melbourne, VIC
08.2022 - Current
- Fielded customer questions to share information about products, availability and pricing.
- Refunded payments for returned items, processed exchanges and offered store credit to achieve customer satisfaction.
- Gathered and prepared sales materials in preparation for sales meetings.
- Worked with loss prevention in monitoring shopper behavior.
- Remained calm and poised in high-stress, dynamic environment to promote service to customers and staff.
- Assisted customers with prompt and polite support in-person and via telephone.
- Referred customers to various services by evaluating needs and providing recommendations.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Established rapport with customers using active listening and interpersonal skills.
Para Legal
Zouki Lawyers
Melbourne, VIC
07.2022 - Current
- Successfully maintained clean, valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
Sales Assistant
Golden Green
Melbourne, VIC
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Gold testing.
- Customer Services.
- Marketing.
- Opening and closing of store. ü Accounts handling
Legal Assistant Intern
Whittlesea Community Clinics- Victims Of Crime Ass
Epping, VIC
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Provided assistance on compliance projects.
- Interpreted and relayed legal information in clear format for clients.
- Reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors.
- Participated in and took notes during meetings.
- Performed legal and general research, drafting memoranda and correspondence.
- Interviewed and communicated with clients via phone or email.
- Assisted with client interviews and took meticulous notes for inclusion in reports.
- Reviewed case files and reported case progress to clients.
- Revised and finalized letters, briefs and memos.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
Lifestyle Assistant
Regis Aged Care
Blackburn, VIC
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Helped clients build life management and coping skills to handle daily needs and specific stressors.
- Facilitated group sessions and learning discussions to further objectives.
- Encouraged clients to set and achieve reasonable goals on weekly basis.
- Documented behaviors, treatments and non-compliance issues.
Legal Assistant Intern
Whittlesea Community Clinics/ Wills & Wishes
Whittlesea, VIC
12.2021 - 02.2022
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
- Gathering necessary documentation and information.
- Assisted with client interviews and took meticulous notes for inclusion in reports.
- Drafting Wills, Power of Attorney and Medical treatment decision
makers. - Reporting to the supervisor
- Interpreted and relayed legal information in clear format for clients.
- Reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors.
- Participated in and took notes during meetings.
- Performed legal and general research, drafting memoranda and correspondence.
- Interviewed and communicated with clients via phone or email.
Education
Bachelor of Law (Honours) - Law
La Trobe University
12.2022
Skills
- Solid understanding of the court system and legal terminology
- Strong ability to conduct legal research and draft affidavits and letters
- Hands-on skills in managing case file and conducting client interviews
- Proficient in Windows/Mac and Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel and PowerPoint)
- Able to quickly learn and use new software applications and database systems
- Friendly, upbeat and engaging with proven communication and presentation skills
- Merchandising Proficiency
Timeline
Sales Assistant
Nextra Newsagency
08.2022 - Current
Para Legal
Zouki Lawyers
07.2022 - Current
Sales Assistant
Golden Green
04.2022 - 08.2022
Legal Assistant Intern
Whittlesea Community Clinics- Victims Of Crime Ass
03.2022 - 06.2022
Legal Assistant Intern
Whittlesea Community Clinics/ Wills & Wishes
12.2021 - 02.2022
Lifestyle Assistant
Regis Aged Care
10.2021 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Law (Honours) - Law
La Trobe University
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