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Ross Kourtis

Croydon Park,NSW

Summary

Fifth year law student with a firm and determined commitment to a career as a barrister. I am looking to put my knowledge to use; and, more importantly, to build on the skills fundamental to a successful career in the law. I have experience in mooting and competitive public speaking and am currently working as an administrative assistant and paralegal at the Australian Centre for Disability Law. My involvement in extra-curricular activities and my career experiences have furnished me with important skills in the realm of legal research, among other areas.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer Paralegal

Australian Centre for Disability Law
Strawberry Hills, NSW
06.2023 - 12.2023
  • Provided administrative support such as answering phones or scheduling appointments.
  • Legal research.
  • Drafted letters to court.
  • Responded to client queries.
  • Used WestLaw and LexisNexis to examine secondary sources, statutory, and case law.
  • Entered client data into Actionstep to manage records and client relationships
  • Trained staff on office procedures and case-specific duties.
  • Interviewed clients and obtained vital case information to support solicitors.

Assistant

Nitto Performance Engineering
Rydalmere, NSW
05.2020 - 06.2021
  • Answered general inquiries.
  • Packaged products.
  • Delivery of products to customers.

Office Assistant

Century 21
Belmore, NSW
05.2016 - 03.2019
  • Provided administrative support to staff members, including copying and scanning documents, filing paperwork, and ordering supplies.
  • Answered incoming calls in a professional manner and directed callers to the appropriate personnel.
  • Uploaded advertisements of properties that were for sale or for lease.
  • Assisted agent in property inspections.
  • Took inquiries.
  • Opened, sorted and routed incoming mail and prepared outgoing mail.

Tutor

St Joseph's College
Hunters Hill, NSW
02.2017 - 02.2018
  • Conducted individual tutoring sessions with students to help them improve their academic performance, especially in English.
  • Counseled struggling learners on how best to approach difficult tasks.

Education

Bachelor of Law and Commerce -

UNSW
Kensington, NSW
11.2024

St Joseph's College
Hunters Hill, NSW

Skills

  • Legal Research Skills
  • Administrative Support
  • Case Summaries
  • Interviewing clients to elicit material information
  • Able to clearly and effectively converse with individuals and groups from a diverse range of cultural backgrounds
  • Some knowledge of writing appellate submissions
  • Public speaking and debating

Affiliations

  • Mooting competitions
  • Debating (ISDA and FDA competitions)
  • Chess (still trying to master it!)

References

Available upon request

Timeline

Volunteer Paralegal

Australian Centre for Disability Law
06.2023 - 12.2023

Assistant

Nitto Performance Engineering
05.2020 - 06.2021

Tutor

St Joseph's College
02.2017 - 02.2018

Office Assistant

Century 21
05.2016 - 03.2019

Bachelor of Law and Commerce -

UNSW

St Joseph's College

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