Sophie D'Silva
Glenwood,NSW
Summary
I am a hardworking and passionate paralegal and final year law and accounting student at Macquarie University. I am motivated to continually improve and enhance my skills and knowledge to attain increased responsibility and opportunities for professional growth. I have a particular interest in personal injury and medical negligence, and extensive experience working in both family and criminal law.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Hanson & Associates
01.2023 - Current
- Conferring with clients to obtain details for affidavits and other legal documents
- Drafting legal documents based on information received from the client/s, including Initiating Applications, Responses, Financial Statements, Notice of Risk, Affidavits and Subpoenas
- Appearing on behalf of clients at mentions and directions hearings
- Completing file notes
- Maintaining and updating client files
- Drafting cost agreements
- Drafting correspondence with clients
- Assisting with practice management
- Administrative duties including scanning, filing and answering phones
Bartender
The Winston Hotel
01.2021 - 08.2023
- Preparing drinks and serving customers in a fast-paced, busy environment
- Ensuring customer satisfaction and providing responsive, professional service
- Training new employees
- Operating POS and cash registers, TAB and KENO
Cadet Accountant
Camphin Boston
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Preparing tax returns for individuals and companies
- Preparing Business Activity Statements and Instalment Activity Statements
- Facilitating financial audits for companies and super funds, working with managers to communicate recommendations or issues surrounding audits
- Experience with MYOB, BGL 360
- Liasing with the ATO to resolve various issues
Legal Officer
Michael Vassili Barristers & Solicitors
04.2019 - 12.2021
- Working closely with solicitors and the Principal to provide support and assistance, especially during client conferences and court hearings
- Drafting legal documents, including Affidavits, Case Outlines, Financial Statements and Subpoenas
- Drafting letters of advice for clients
- Conducting legal research within different areas
- Completing file notes
- Attending to collecting financial documents from clients and preparing disclosure spreadsheets for property matters
- Administrative duties including scanning, filing, answering phones and managing the office diary
- Highlight: Was selected to assist solicitors at 13-week murder trial in NSW Supreme Court in August-October 2019. Assisted when the case went to re-trial in February-April 2021.
Waitress/Bartender
Pancakes On The Rocks
05.2019 - 12.2020
Service Assistant
Coles
01.2019 - 11.2020
Waitress/Bartender
Outback Steakhouse
09.2017 - 05.2019
Education
Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Commerce -
Macquarie University
Sydney, NSW01.2024
Higher School Certificate -
Our Lady of Mercy College
Parramatta, NSW09.2017
Skills
- Proficient with both LEAP and Smokeball software
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Work, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint)
- Ability to work autonomously and take initiative
- Excellent customer service
- Effective communication skills
- Strong team player/collaborator
- Leadership
- Problem solving
- Growth mindset
Referees
Nicole Boutsalis
Business Services Manager - Camphin Boston
02 9221 7022
Emilia Perri
Senior Associate - Michael Vassili Barristers & Solicitors
0431 339 747
Daniel Lambley
Associate - Michael Vassili Barristers & Solicitors
0423 196 879
Timeline
Paralegal
Hanson & Associates
01.2023 - Current
Cadet Accountant
Camphin Boston
01.2022 - 05.2022
Bartender
The Winston Hotel
01.2021 - 08.2023
Waitress/Bartender
Pancakes On The Rocks
05.2019 - 12.2020
Legal Officer
Michael Vassili Barristers & Solicitors
04.2019 - 12.2021
Service Assistant
Coles
01.2019 - 11.2020
Waitress/Bartender
Outback Steakhouse
09.2017 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Commerce -
Macquarie University
Higher School Certificate -
Our Lady of Mercy College
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