Sanduni Gayathri Kumasaru
Darwin,NT
Summary
Experienced legal professional with over five years’ combined experience as a Lawyer in Sri Lanka and Legal Clerk in Australia, specialising in civil litigation and client advisory work. Skilled in preparing court documents, affidavits, and legal correspondence and supporting solicitors . Strong understanding both of Sri Lankan and Australian legal procedures
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Assistant
Halfpennys Lawyers
08.2024 - Current
- Supporting solicitor in preparing legal documents and letters
- Drafted and revised legal documents, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Managed case files and maintained document organization for efficient retrieval and review.
- Communicated with clients to gather information and provide updates on case status.
- Managed court and client deadlines; maintained litigation calendars to ensure timely filings and hearings.
- Created and managed client matters in LEAP Legal Software.
- Drafted Cost Agreements, invoices, trust account statements, and Authority to Act letters.
- Prepared correspondence to clients, solicitors, barristers, and government bodies
Law Clerk
KBA Legal Pty Ltd
09.2022 - 08.2024
- Created and managed client matters in Smokeball Legal Software.
- Entered client details, matter numbers, and practice area classifications.
- Uploaded and organised key documents (e.g., court forms, affidavits, client correspondence).
- Generated trust receipts and disbursement records in compliance with trust accounting regulations.
- Prepared office account entries, reconciled ledgers, and assisted in end-of-month trust reporting.
- Issued client invoices and receipts via Smokeball's integrated accounting system.
- Prepared correspondence to clients, solicitors, barristers and government bodies
- Drafted divorce application, and affidavits
- Conducted property settlements using both PEXA (electronic settlements) and traditional paper-based methods.
- Prepared Contract for Sale of Land, Transfer documents, and Stamp Duty forms .
- Verified client identity, completed VOI checks, and ensured all statutory requirements were met.
- Liaised with banks, conveyancers, real estate agents, and Land Titles Office for timely settlement completion.
- Prepared settlement adjustment statements, trust account ledgers, and issued cheques or electronic disbursements.
- Monitored settlement status on PEXA workspace and managed post-settlement tasks, including document registration and file closure.
Administrative Officer
KBA Global Pty Ltd
09.2022 - 08.2024
- Processed visa applications, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies.
- Assisted clients in understanding visa requirements, providing clear guidance on documentation and procedures.
- Enhanced overall office productivity through effective staff management and coordination of daily tasks.
Lawyer
Supreme Court of Sri Lanka
02.2020 - 04.2022
- Developed comprehensive legal arguments, enhancing case outcomes and client satisfaction.
- Prepared and reviewed contracts and other legal documents following applicable regulations.
- Represented clients in court proceedings, hearings and arbitrations.
- Advised clients on variety of legal matters, including land Law, Partition law and family matters.
- Improved client satisfaction with timely communication and thorough explanations of complex legal concepts.
Notary Public
Self Employed Services
11.2020 - 04.2022
- Maintained accurate records of all notarized documents in accordance with regulations.
- Provided guidance on notarial laws and procedures to clients seeking clarification.
- Facilitated client consultations to determine specific notarization needs and requirements.
- Drafted deeds ( transfer, gift), wills, and power of attorney
Commissioner for Oaths
Self Employed Services
09.2020 - 04.2022
- Certifying affidavits and other documents without any charge
Apprentice Lawyer
Pinidiya Attorneys
12.2019 - 02.2020
- Drafted legal documents, including court documents and pleadings
- Collaborated with supervising attorneys to develop effective case strategies, resulting in favorable outcomes for clients.
- Assisted in the preparation of pleadings, motions, and briefs, contributing to successful litigation efforts.
- Developed relationships among lawyers to facilitate knowledge-sharing and expertise.
- Assisted lawyers with materials preparation for internal and external training events.
Internship as a Lawyer
Legal Aid Commission
09.2017 - 12.2017
- Gained a lot of knowledge about laws, social services and client handling
- Supported low income clients for achieved justice
- Completed all assigned tasks
Legal Research Assistant
Judges Institue , Sri Lanka
01.2017 - 04.2017
- Arranged and uploaded SLR and NLR law reports , law journals into the new system
- Editing, formatting and uploading legal documents to the data base
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of legislative changes affecting ongoing cases and judicial procedures.
Education
Master of International Law
Griffith University
QLDAttorney At Law
Sri Lanka Law College
Sri Lanka10-2018
Bachelor of Law
Colombo University, Faculty of Law
Colombo, Sri Lanka09-2018
Certificate Course of Forensic Science
Bar Association of Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka01-2017
General Certificate of Advanced Level
Sujatha Vidyalaya
Matara, Sri Lanka12-2013
Skills
- Strong problem solver
- Schedule & calendar planning
- Legal drafting
- Microsoft office
- File organization
- Calendar management
- Client support
Timeline
Executive Assistant
Halfpennys Lawyers
08.2024 - Current
Law Clerk
KBA Legal Pty Ltd
09.2022 - 08.2024
Administrative Officer
KBA Global Pty Ltd
09.2022 - 08.2024
Notary Public
Self Employed Services
11.2020 - 04.2022
Commissioner for Oaths
Self Employed Services
09.2020 - 04.2022
Lawyer
Supreme Court of Sri Lanka
02.2020 - 04.2022
Apprentice Lawyer
Pinidiya Attorneys
12.2019 - 02.2020
Internship as a Lawyer
Legal Aid Commission
09.2017 - 12.2017
Legal Research Assistant
Judges Institue , Sri Lanka
01.2017 - 04.2017
Master of International Law
Griffith University
Attorney At Law
Sri Lanka Law College
Bachelor of Law
Colombo University, Faculty of Law
Certificate Course of Forensic Science
Bar Association of Sri Lanka
General Certificate of Advanced Level
Sujatha Vidyalaya