Kerri Van Veenendaal
Bli Bli,QLD
Summary
Versatile Senior Paralegal with background managing cases, coordinating documents and completing in-depth research to support work in various areas law. Strengths include verbal and written communication, multitasking and time management. Over 30 years of experience working in private, public and organisational environments.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Paralegal/Conveyancer
Strata Conveyancing Services
Pakenham, Vic
08.2015 - Current
- Managed all incoming correspondence from judges, court administrative staff and opposing parties.
- Prepared legal briefs, motions and pleadings.
- Trained new employees on company policies and legal standards.
- Identified appropriate judicial decisions relevant to cases.
- Aided senior lawyers by researching records and documents for case details.
- Drafted, signed and certified key legal documents for judicial review.
- Adhered to privacy laws to avert possible information breaches and protect client data.
- Assessed cases for probable outcomes by researching black letter law and other legal authority, comparing fact patterns to those of precedential cases.
- Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
- Reviewed contracts and reported findings to support legal team in development of breach of contract defences.
- Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
- Researched state statutes, decisions, legal articles, codes and documents.
- Maintained ongoing communication with opposing parties from discovery to trial phase to facilitate expeditious litigation.
- Examined and generated memos on statutory law, case law and federal and state regulations using online research databases, such as Westlaw, and print sources.
- Trained and managed employees in best practices and protocols to realise maximum productivity.
- Oversaw paralegal staff.
Company Director
OJA Holdings
Pakenham, Vic
02.2004 - 07.2019
- Created annual budget and developed comprehensive plan to accomplish company objectives while staying within budget.
- Analysed and applied legal principles and performed legal research to support litigation strategy.
- Served as corporation lawyer by managing daily operation and legal compliance.
- Counselled staff on complex legal issues and provided guidance towards resolution.
- Demonstrated command of current and emerging legal developments and provided practical training, communication and advice to stakeholders.
- Established and managed legal entities to support and implement development projects.
- Prepared and reviewed contracts and other legal documents following applicable regulations.
- Kept current on legislative issues, statutes and decisions that affected company interests.
- Conducted research and analysis of specific legal questions and advised business on variety of legal areas.
Practice Director
Twin Waters Medical
Twin Waters, Qld
12.2013 - 07.2015
- Spearheaded and implemented new projects to expand scope of engagement.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with statutory, regulatory and local, state and federal guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
- Produced monthly financial reports like income statements, balance sheets and cash flow statements for presentation to board of directors.
- Successfully negotiated client contract renewals to create increased revenue.
- Direct day-to-day administrative and operational functions and coordinated all AHPRA investigations.
General Manager/Director
Channel Advisor Pty Ltd
Mitcham, Victoria
01.2008 - 06.2013
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision and long-range planning.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures and technology systems.
- Developed effective business plans to align strategic decisions with long-term objectives.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Designed modern employee recognition program which boosted productivity and improved morale.
- Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
Business Development Director
Proudfoot LLC
Sydney, NSW
01.2001 - 07.2006
- Completed and submitted monthly and yearly reports to support executive decision making.
- Collaborated with sales and marketing departments to support business objectives and client acquisition.
- Negotiated and closed long-term agreements with new clients in assigned territory.
- Analyzed market trends and customer needs to identify new business development opportunities.
- Researched and identified opportunities for account growth, account penetration and market expansion.
- Provided market feedback to company leaders regarding competitive offerings, prospect needs, and product development ideas.
- Developed training plans and performance improvement plans to address skill set gaps.
- Drove team and company profits by developing and strengthening relationships with industry partners and potential clients.
- Aligned company goals with customer outcomes and increased satisfaction by automating contact management systems.
- Coached and promoted high-achieving sales and account management employees to fill leadership positions with qualified staff and boost company growth.
Director Offshore Programs/Senior Lecturer
Swinburne University Of Technology
Hawthorn, Victoria
01.1989 - 12.2000
- Delivered higher-level undergraduate and graduate courses via classroom, online and hybrid methodologies to satisfy course curricula and meet student needs.
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Directed graduate student and teaching assistant hiring programs to obtain well-qualified individuals who met established criteria.
- Advised on department hiring actions to help build cohesive and successful lecturing team.
- Organised international conferences and managed event logistics to present engaging, informative programs.
- Supported graduate students in obtaining doctoral degrees by advising on study plans, doctoral dissertations and career goals.
- Conducted various research with in-person and remote collaborators and presented results in scholarly publications to further enhance knowledge.
- Gave presentations on business management to student classrooms using PowerPoint and Google Classroom technology.
- Graded assignments according to strict institutional policies and upheld guidelines for academic integrity while disciplining plagiarism and cheating accordingly.
- Mentored undergraduate and graduate students in effective next-steps for education and career preparedness.
- Participated and led committee meetings to remain aware of developments related to evolving international business.
- Maintained interdisciplinary study as guiding principle, establishing partnerships with faculty in other departments to draw parallels with other subjects.
- Arranged syllabus, developed schedule, and determined reading list for varied courses simultaneously, giving students appropriate time to complete assignments and absorb information.
Education
Diploma of Mediation -
IAMA/MANZ
Brisbane, QLDBachelor of Business (Mktg) -
Monash University
Melbourne, VICMasters of Applied Law - Family Dispute Resolution/Estate Planning
The College of Law
Brisbane05.2021
J.D. - Corporate Law
University of Southern Queensland
Toowoomba, QLD12.2020
Bachelor of Law -
University of The Sunshine Coast
Sunshine Coast, QLD11.2020
Grad.Dip.Legal Practice -
The College of Law
Brisbane, QLD06.2020
Grad.Dip.Family Dispute Resolution -
The College of Law
Brisbane, QLD06.2020
Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Organization and Time Management
- Written Communication
- Leadership
- Excellent Communication
- Computer Skills
- Training and Development
- Corporate compliance
- Legal training
- Management training
- Business development and compliance
Accomplishments
Justice of the Peace (Qualified)
Nationally Accredited Mediator
Founder of Swinburne University in Vietnam
Executive Director of the Australian Vietnam Business Council
Director of the Australian Vietnam Business Council
Member of the Resolution Institute
Member of the Queensland Law Society
Advised Senior Government official of corporate policy and complliance.
Timeline
Senior Paralegal/Conveyancer
Strata Conveyancing Services
08.2015 - Current
Practice Director
Twin Waters Medical
12.2013 - 07.2015
General Manager/Director
Channel Advisor Pty Ltd
01.2008 - 06.2013
Company Director
OJA Holdings
02.2004 - 07.2019
Business Development Director
Proudfoot LLC
01.2001 - 07.2006
Director Offshore Programs/Senior Lecturer
Swinburne University Of Technology
01.1989 - 12.2000
Diploma of Mediation -
IAMA/MANZ
Bachelor of Business (Mktg) -
Monash University
Masters of Applied Law - Family Dispute Resolution/Estate Planning
The College of Law
J.D. - Corporate Law
University of Southern Queensland
Bachelor of Law -
University of The Sunshine Coast
Grad.Dip.Legal Practice -
The College of Law
Grad.Dip.Family Dispute Resolution -
The College of Law