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Quang Vinh Duong

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

Highly motivated LLB (Honours) student with practical experience as a Junior Law Clerk and a strong background in journalism and policy drafting. Equipped with proficient legal research, writing, and administrative skills. Eager to bring my attention to detail and passion for public law, professional discipline, and commercial litigation to a Barrister's Research Assistant role

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Committee Secretary

Asian Australian Lawyers Association
Melbourne , Victoria
04.2026 - Current
  • Contributed to AALA's submission to the Attorney-General regarding judicial diversity.
  • Writing formal responses analyzing government policy and public law principles to governmental agencies.
  • Drafting press release and position papers on current events affecting Asian Australian such as spikes in anti-Asian racism
  • Drafting policies to combat structural racism, unconscious bias, and microaggressions within legal workplaces and the justice system.

Junior Law Clerk

Hoang Gia Law Firm
Thanh Hoa, Vietnam
11.2024 - 02.2025
  • Observed court proceedings in land dispute litigation matters and drafted written case summaries for internal review
  • Documented key insights from client meetings to aid in case preparation.
  • Provided comprehensive administrative support including managing confidential legal documents, scheduling and file organization in compliance with the firm protocols.
  • Coordinated logistics and supported execution of virtual and in-person events to enhance client engagement.

Retail Customer Service Officer

Australia Post
Melbourne, Vic
06.2023 - 02.2024
  • Managed high-value transactions, maintaining security and accuracy in cash handling.
  • Assisted customers with mail/parcel lodgements, ensuring accurate cost information.
  • Performed identity services transactions, facilitating Passport Interviews and Worksafe Applications.
  • Conducted training for new staff on customer service protocols and daily procedures.

Event Management Coordinator

CATS Boston Academy
, Massachusetts
01.2022 - 02.2022
  • Developed event marketing materials in preparation for the biggest Lunar New Year - "Tet" event.
  • Managed event timelines. Collaborated with the Principal and the Local County to ensure a safe and smooth event
  • Fundraised over US 3,000 dollars for supporting the Vietnamese refugee program in Boston.

Writer's Assistant

VN Express
Hanoi, Vietnam
04.2021 - 12.2021
  • Applied writing, editing, and proofreading skills to enhance article quality and ensure clarity.
  • Supported writers in drafting, editing, and proofreading to deliver polished content.
  • Translated English news to Vietnamese, edited articles, and facilitated online publication.

https://vnexpress.net/yen-hoang-doa-hong-goc-viet-cua-dien-kinh-paralympic-my-4377075.html

https://vnexpress.net/drogba-nguoi-gan-ket-dan-toc-o-bo-bien-nga-4341999.html

FOUNDER & PRESIDENT

MTC - MODEL OF TRIAL COURT
11.2020 - 05.2021
  • Conducted mock trial on Alexander vs The Beast, engaging over 700 teenagers in Hanoi high schools and enhancing their interest in law.
  • Coordinated mini-games for 60 prospective law students, awarding 2 million VND in scholarships to foster interest in legal studies.
  • Organized first mock trial, enabling high school and college students to practice official trial procedures.

Education

Bachelor of Law LLB (Honours) - Wam: 70

Monash University
Clayton, VIC
10-2027

High School Diploma -

CATS Boston Academy
Boston, MA
05-2022

Skills

  • Legal research
  • Legal drafting
  • Microsoft 365
  • Legal document management
  • Contract negotiation
  • Diary & Schedule Management
  • Attention to detail
  • Client interaction

Availability

Monday, Wednesday and Friday - full day

Languages

English
Full Professional
Vietnamese
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Committee Secretary

Asian Australian Lawyers Association
04.2026 - Current

Junior Law Clerk

Hoang Gia Law Firm
11.2024 - 02.2025

Retail Customer Service Officer

Australia Post
06.2023 - 02.2024

Event Management Coordinator

CATS Boston Academy
01.2022 - 02.2022

Writer's Assistant

VN Express
04.2021 - 12.2021

FOUNDER & PRESIDENT

MTC - MODEL OF TRIAL COURT
11.2020 - 05.2021

Bachelor of Law LLB (Honours) - Wam: 70

Monash University

High School Diploma -

CATS Boston Academy
Quang Vinh Duong