Offering attention to detail and strong organizational skill set, eager to develop in legal environment. Brings foundational understanding of legal procedures and document management. Personable and organised, with strong ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. Possesses foundational understanding of legal research and document preparation. Dedicated to contributing to team's success through reliable and accurate support with a strong sense of community.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal and Solicitor
Titan Legal
01.2023 - Current
On boarding of clients, management of cases from the start of the litigation to the end of the process being either through settlement or at a local court hearing for both credit hire and credit repair matters, negotiation with Insurance Companies and other legal professionals to achieve settlement and or work through the issues of the case, liase with key stakeholders such as insurance companies, legal practitioners, repairers, provide legal advice on the viability of a credit hire or repair claims and represent the clients in the litigation process as well as ensuring KPIs are met.
Manage over 120 matters
Instructing single experts and preparing briefs for Barristers, drafting and review of evidence, including client evidence, credit hire/repair evidence, expert evidence
Drafting of all legal documents including but not limited to Statement of Claims, Subpoena and Notice of Motions
Appearances in Small Claim and General Division hearings including defence call-overs, pretrial and reviews as well as any notice of motion hearings
Litigations Officer
Carbiz Accident Replacement Vehicles
01.2022 - 01.2023
Claims management across multiple states, by overseeing the claims process from the negotiation with third parties and insurance providers to reach the final settlement, dispute resolution handling disputes arising from the rental agreement, particularly when the other party or their insurer disputes liability in relation to the accident, case evaluation, assessing the merits of the case prior to assisting with an accident replacement vehicle as well as prior to referring the file for litigation, document Management, gathering and reviewing and drafting of hirer rates evidence and maintaining case files including legal research, liaising with solicitors working closely with solicitors, barristers, and other legal professionals to develop case strategies and support successful litigation efforts.
Managed a portfolio of over 120 files.
Additionally, responsible for managing a team of litigation officers and paralegals who are responsible for handling the day-to-day claims and legal matters
Providing guidance and training to ensure the team is up-to-date on legal procedures, company policies, and best practices
Developing and implementation of strategies for the litigation process, including determining when to settle, pursue legal action, or negotiate with insurers or other parties
Ensuring cases are handled in a timely and cost-effective manner
Team management and leadership
Receptionist, Bartender, Shift Supervisor and Venue Supervisor
Strathfield Golf Club
01.2015 - 01.2021
PASS Mentor
Western Sydney University
01.2019 - 01.2020
Peer Assisted Study Sessions Facilitator
Western Sydney University
01.2018 - 01.2020
Administration
St Simeon HealthCare and Village
01.2017 - 01.2020
Sales Assistance and Supervisor
Bakers Delight
01.2011 - 01.2018
Learn to Swim Instructor
Campbelltown Council
01.2015 - 01.2017
Learn to Swim Instructor
Narellan Swim Academy
01.2015 - 01.2017
Gap Student
Cottesmore School England
01.2014 - 12.2014
Education
Practical Legal Training -
College of Law
04.2024
Certificate of Legal Tech and Business Skills -
College of Law
04.2024
Certificate IV in Leadership and Management -
Dynamic Learning Services
01.2023
Bachelor of Criminal and Community Justice and Bachelor of Laws -
Western Sydney University
01.2020
Bachelor of Nursing -
Western Sydney University
01.2015
Year 12, Higher School Certificate -
Thomas Hassall Anglican College
01.2013
Skills
Salesforce
Microsoft Office
Blackboard Collaborate
Facilitation techniques
SharePoint
Legal research
Strong negotiation skills
Work coordination
Organization skills
Strong multitasking
Employee training
Effective leadership
Accomplishments
Supreme Court of New South Wales admitted June 2024
Bachelor of Criminal and Community Justice and Bachelor of laws
Section name
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Timeline
Paralegal and Solicitor
Titan Legal
01.2023 - Current
Litigations Officer
Carbiz Accident Replacement Vehicles
01.2022 - 01.2023
PASS Mentor
Western Sydney University
01.2019 - 01.2020
Peer Assisted Study Sessions Facilitator
Western Sydney University
01.2018 - 01.2020
Administration
St Simeon HealthCare and Village
01.2017 - 01.2020
Receptionist, Bartender, Shift Supervisor and Venue Supervisor
Strathfield Golf Club
01.2015 - 01.2021
Learn to Swim Instructor
Campbelltown Council
01.2015 - 01.2017
Learn to Swim Instructor
Narellan Swim Academy
01.2015 - 01.2017
Gap Student
Cottesmore School England
01.2014 - 12.2014
Sales Assistance and Supervisor
Bakers Delight
01.2011 - 01.2018
Certificate IV in Leadership and Management -
Dynamic Learning Services
Bachelor of Criminal and Community Justice and Bachelor of Laws -