RATHIKA CHINNAPPA
Brisbane,QLD
Summary
Recent law graduate currently pursuing Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice. Equipped with a solid foundation in legal principles and practices, keen analytical skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality legal support. Adept at research, legal writing, and case analysis, with a demonstrated ability to thrive in fast-paced and dynamic environments. Prepared to contribute effectively to legal teams and further develop expertise in the legal field.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Support Officer(Full-Time)
Office of Director of Public Prosecution
Brisbane , QLD
04.2024 - Current
- Attended depositions, hearings or trials when needed by the legal team.
- Maintained physical and electronic files in accordance with established procedures.
- Coordinated the disclosure of legal materials to defense as required.
- Remained highly organized and detail-oriented while working on several cases simultaneously.
- Prepared thorough, accurate and well-edited documents for cases, client communication, and internal needs.
- Ensured accuracy and completeness of all documents prior to disclosure.
- Prepped cases for trials, sentences and hearing.
Law Clerk (Full-Time)
Results Migration
Brisbane, Australia
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Draft, review and submit immigration documents for visa application and natural justice submissions
- Examine, organize and summarize information relating to particular questions or to overcome government challenges to create a logical and usable work process
- Assist Legal team with tasks related to Migration process and research legal issues so that migration documents and submission are delivered in accordance with departmental objective and timeframes
- Manage multiple projects and issues effectively across the Legal teams within a tight timeframe
- Expedited case preparation by assisting attorneys/agents in obtaining, tracking and disseminating information and evidence improving application outcomes
- Maintain diary and track all submission, timelines, due dates and application/visa timelines.
Administrative Assistant (APS1) (Causal)
Australian Electoral Commission
Brisbane, Australia
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Basic Administration of the work area
- Undertaking routine procedural, clerical, administrative support and operational tasks
- Provided customer support either in person or over the phone
- Maintained accurate records using internal programs
- Performed administrative tasks with high accuracy and managed own workload
- Implemented internal guidance, processes and policies related to legal liabilities
- Engaged respectfully with diverse individuals and communities.
Office of Director of Public Prosecution - Intern - Legal Support Officer
Townsville, Australia
11.2022 - 12.2022
- Gathered and organized pre-trial discovery, records and evidence and witness interviews
- Remained highly organized and detail-oriented while working on several cases simultaneously
- Drafted witness declaration and pre-trial statements
- Participated in client interviews, observed questioning and documentation
- Gained a good understanding of court procedures and relevant areas of law
- Implemented internal guidance, processes and policies related to legal liabilities.
Museum of Tropical Queensland - VOLUNTEER – TEAM MEMBER
Townsville, Australia
11.2019 - 04.2020
Free lance - WEB TEMPLPATE DEVELOPER
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Assisted in developing and maintaining user-friendly websites
- Contributed to team drafts of documents and projects to aid web management
- Redesigned sites to enhance navigation and improve visual appeal
- Reviewed information and elements regularly on websites and pages for accuracy and functionality
- Directed design, writing and production of page content to fulfill project demands and satisfy customer needs
- Delivered end-user training on content management systems allowing staff to make easy updates and maintenance to website without developer assistance.
TVS Zf Pvt Ltd - TRAINEE PROGRAMMER
Madurai, India
07.2007 - 07.2008
- Assisted the users to migrate to a new ERP System from existing FoxPro System
- Designed code to help company develop necessary applications and websites
- Conducted software trial runs to achieve desired results and confirm accurate information
- Coordinated installation of software systems and collaborated with user experience team on design and implementation of new features
- Created new modules and reports as a part of software customization
- Demonstrated Data entry skills.
Education
Bachelor of Law - Law
James Cook University
04-2024
Master of Science - Computer Science
Periyar University
Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice
College of Law
Skills
- MS Office
- Interpersonal Skills
- Courtroom Procedures
- Legal Documentation and Reporting
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Administrative Support
- Database Maintenance
- Legal Research
- Attention to Detail
- Legal writing
Languages
- Tamil
- Hindi
- Telugu
References
- Mr Andrew Lowrie, Practice Manager, Office of Director of Public Prosecution, Townsville, Andrew.lowrie@justice.qld.gov.au
- Mrs Petronella Visagie, Enrolment Supervisor (AEC, Brisbane), petronella.visagie@aec.gov.au
- Mr Neil Dunbar, Course Co-Ordinator (Law), JCU, +61747814988
- Ms Casey Lee-Beck, Office Manager, Results Migration, Brisbane, casey@resultsmigration.com.au, +61 406011919
Timeline
Legal Support Officer(Full-Time)
Office of Director of Public Prosecution
04.2024 - Current
Law Clerk (Full-Time)
Results Migration
08.2023 - 03.2024
Administrative Assistant (APS1) (Causal)
Australian Electoral Commission
06.2023 - 08.2023
Office of Director of Public Prosecution - Intern - Legal Support Officer
11.2022 - 12.2022
Museum of Tropical Queensland - VOLUNTEER – TEAM MEMBER
11.2019 - 04.2020
Free lance - WEB TEMPLPATE DEVELOPER
01.2008 - 01.2012
TVS Zf Pvt Ltd - TRAINEE PROGRAMMER
07.2007 - 07.2008
Bachelor of Law - Law
James Cook University
Master of Science - Computer Science
Periyar University
Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice
College of Law
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