Lauren Flynn
Summary
I am eager to develop my skills in a challenging role that provides opportunities for career growth and enhances my legal knowledge. My goal is to leverage my strong communication skills to contribute to the implementation of efficient and effective systems. I thrive in fast-paced environments that foster open communication and collaboration with colleagues, allowing for continuous improvement and success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Legal Officer
Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions
03.2025 - 07.2025
- Maintained a caseload of over 140 files relating to the criminal prosecution of accused offenders.
- Appeared in various courts, including the District Court, Children's Court and Magistrates Court of Queensland on behalf of the prosecution in relation to hearings, sentences, applications and mentions of criminal matters.
- Prepared memorandums of advice to Crown Prosecutors which considered the number of legal issues that may arise in the prosecution case as well as the strength of the case and whether or not it would be appropriate and in the public interest to prosecute.
- Contributed to informing colleagues of developments and changes to relevant laws and participated in all training on legislative amendments.
- Consistently communicated with opposing counsel, stakeholders and other relevant parties to encourage the progression of matters and ensure efficient and effective resolution of matters where appropriate.
Legal Support Officer
DNA Team Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions
08.2024 - 03.2025
- Assisted with the onboarding of new staff, effectively managed their workload and explained the internal systems of the DNA team.
- Collaborated with colleagues in a large data-entry project that involved the categorization of approximately 9000 files.
- Provided support to Principal Lawyers in multiple different areas such as analyzing DNA statements, identifying files from limited information, and ordering relevant records to assist in the projects work.
- Instructed and assisted with the preparation of hearings and applications.
- Began drafting indictments and preparing files after my admission to the legal profession.
Paralegal
Office of the Work Health and Safety Prosecutor
11.2023 - 08.2024
- Developed an internal requests inbox for paralegal duties to assist with the differing schedules of the team.
- Consistently reviewed incoming material to the office provided by the regulator, a process that involved following up material that made up the briefs received to ensure an effective analysis of all aspects of the matter could be undertaken, ultimately with the aim of aiding the prosecution of defendant companies and individuals.
- Instructed Prosecutors at committal hearings, trials and sentences in the Magistrates Court.
- Conducted legal research to assist Prosecutors and ensured that research was accessible in an internal database for future comparable matters.
Victim Liaison Officer
Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions
03.2022 - 11.2023
- Effectively communicated court outcomes to victims and other stakeholders in a timely manner.
- Maintained the victim workload, comprising of approximately 500 victims, individually for a period of time whilst the other staff members transitioned into a new role.
- Initiated a weekly handover system between once more support was provided to the team that detailed upcoming court events, any outstanding tasks, and contact that needed to be made with complainant’s and stakeholders for that week.
- Facilitated numerous in person conferences with complainants of all ages and backgrounds, worked with legal professionals within the chamber to make relevant travel arrangements as well as contacted QLD Police when their support was required to ensure the relevant party’s attendance at court events.
Paralegal
Moray and Agnew Lawyers
06.2019 - 03.2022
- Promoted to Paralegal within two months working within the WorkCover and CTP teams and taking on the additional responsibilities of the preparation of legal documentation in accordance with the UCPR 1999 (Qld) and assisting solicitors with the review of new files.
Education
Admitted to the Supreme Court of Queensland as a Legal Practitioner -
Supreme Court of Queensland
03.2025
Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice - undefined
The College of Law
12.2024
Bachelor of Laws (Honours) and Bachelor of Communication - undefined
Queensland University of Technology
08.2024
Skills
- Legal analysis and advice
- Reliable decision making
- Collaborative teamwork
- Detail-oriented approach
- Court trial attendance and legal file maintenance
- Efficient time management
Certification
Training on YSTR DNA Testing
October 2024
- Received training in relation to Y-chromosome DNA testing the main application which interprets male and female DNA results that are mixed. In sexual assault matters this type of testing can selectively target male DNA, as such harbours the ability to easily identify male DNA when compared to other testings systems. It can also be used in matters involving missing persons where a DNA sample from a male relative can assist in identifying whether the test sample is related.
Pinsent Masons - Commercial Law Course
February 2024
- Conducted various tasks through an online course format that included contract interpretation, client communication, legal research and analysis in the areas of ICOS and Digital Currencies, Financial Licensing and Regulatory Advice.
Assisted in the submission to the Queensland Parliament in relation to the Criminal Law (Raising the Age of Responsibility Amendment Bill 2021)
November 2021
- Worked with other law students on preparing a submission recommending legislative amendments be made to raise the age of criminal responsibility in QLD from 10 yrs old to 14 yrs old. Undertook specific research on the legislative framework at the time that had significant impacts on Indigenous Australian communities.
Timeline
Legal Officer
Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions
03.2025 - 07.2025
Legal Support Officer
DNA Team Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions
08.2024 - 03.2025
Paralegal
Office of the Work Health and Safety Prosecutor
11.2023 - 08.2024
Victim Liaison Officer
Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions
03.2022 - 11.2023
Paralegal
Moray and Agnew Lawyers
06.2019 - 03.2022
Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice - undefined
The College of Law
Bachelor of Laws (Honours) and Bachelor of Communication - undefined
Queensland University of Technology
Admitted to the Supreme Court of Queensland as a Legal Practitioner -
Supreme Court of Queensland
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