Sophie Abbott
Summary
- Dedicated, recently graduated Law Student with a conscientious nature, a strong respect for deadlines, and advanced legal research skills.
- Skilled in strategic analysis and policy development, with a keen understanding of high-level policy analysis and practical strategy implementation.
- Adept at oral and written communication, with the capability to effectively interact with professionals, government organizations, and individuals facing complex social issues.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Adobe, and both Microsoft and Mac operating systems.
- Demonstrates a strong work ethic, adaptability. Well-presented, confident, reliable, honest, fast learner, punctual, and enthusiastic.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Secretary and Clerk
Sykes-Bidstrup Barristers and Solicitors
01.2022 - 08.2023
- Opening/Closing Files
- Experience creating briefs
- Maintaining Files
- Experience Filing documents on the court portal
- Legal research
- Organising appointments and managing telephone and email accounts
- Proficient knowledge and experience with LEAP
- Drafting and revising emails, letters, and other written documents
- Experience Drafting Wills and EPA's
- Administrative Legal duties
Bartender
The Adelaide Club
01.2020 - 01.2022
Supervisor
Golden Boy Restaurant, Botanic Bar Hotel and Africola
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Confirming bookings and overseeing operations for a restaurant seating over 350 guests an evening
- Overseeing a team of over 20 staff
- Strong knowledge of wine and spirits
- Knowledge of POS system
Restaurant Manager
Oxford Hotel
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Assisting on menu creation
- Functions / events director
- Responsible person badge
- Managing a team of 25 staff
- Ordering and purchasing of wine and alcohol
- Overseeing operations of the entire restaurant
Bar Tender
The Kings Head Hotel
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Experience in all forms of running bar and restaurant shifts
- Working within a fine dining setting
- Comprehensive knowledge of South Australian Beer and Wine
- Experience with kegs and tap beer
- Holds a current RSA
- Experience in conflict resolution
- Experience in hosting large functions
Second in Charge
General Admission Entertainment
01.2014 - 01.2018
- For a large bar in a busy setting
- Experience managing dozens of workers
- Understanding of dealing successfully with large groups of people
- Experience in alcohol and food vending in large festivals
Food and Beverage Attendant
The Stamford Plaza
01.2016 - 01.2017
Admin Assistant
Renew Adelaide
01.2012 - 09.2012
Media Assistant
Sheffield Documentary Festival
01.2010
Common Ground, NGO Housing Company
01.2010 - 01.2011
Cocktail Bar Tender
Lotus Lounge
01.2009 - 01.2011
Education
Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice -
University of Adelaide
2023
Bachelor of Laws - Graduate -
University of Adelaide
2023
Masters of International Studies -
University of South Australia
2012
Bachelor of International Studies - undefined
University of Adelaide
2009
Skills
- Legal Research
- Social Perceptiveness
- Familiarity with Civil Procedure
- File Reviewing
- Online Research
- Office Administration
- Client Interviews
- Familiarity with Family Law procedure
- Court Filings
- Case Management
- Subpoena Service
- Legal Precedent
- Assisting Lawyers
- Brief Writing
References
Gene Sykes Bidstrup - Solicitor at Sykes Bidstrup
- Phone number available upon request
Benjamin Conrads – General Manager of the Adelaide Club
- Phone number available upon request
Timeline
Legal Secretary and Clerk
Sykes-Bidstrup Barristers and Solicitors
01.2022 - 08.2023
Bartender
The Adelaide Club
01.2020 - 01.2022
Supervisor
Golden Boy Restaurant, Botanic Bar Hotel and Africola
01.2018 - 01.2020
Restaurant Manager
Oxford Hotel
01.2017 - 01.2018
Food and Beverage Attendant
The Stamford Plaza
01.2016 - 01.2017
Bar Tender
The Kings Head Hotel
01.2014 - 01.2016
Second in Charge
General Admission Entertainment
01.2014 - 01.2018
Admin Assistant
Renew Adelaide
01.2012 - 09.2012
Media Assistant
Sheffield Documentary Festival
01.2010
Common Ground, NGO Housing Company
01.2010 - 01.2011
Cocktail Bar Tender
Lotus Lounge
01.2009 - 01.2011
Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice -
University of Adelaide
Bachelor of Laws - Graduate -
University of Adelaide
Masters of International Studies -
University of South Australia
Bachelor of International Studies - undefined
University of Adelaide
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