Stephanie Douglas
Ballarat,Australia
Summary
Passionate Lawyer with a drive to provide high quality legal advocacy. Thorough understanding of Family Violence and Criminal Matters. Previous experience in representing high volumes of matters in Court.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Violence Lawyer
Ballarat & Grampians Community Legal Service
07.2023 - Current
- Advised clients on variety of legal matters, including Family Violence Intervention Orders, Criminal matters, Family Law and Fines/Infringements
- Appeared in the Ballarat Magistrates Courts and surrounding regional Courts
- Assisted up to 10 clients per day as Duty Lawyer
- Negotiated with opposing parties legal representation to obtain the best outcomes for clients
- Maintained updated and organised files
- Built positive relationships with local stakeholders within the legal profession
Deceased Estates Manager
Yanner Mann Dobson
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Autonomously managed up to 50 deceased estate files
- Assisted in drafting Wills and Power of Attorney documents
- Distributed assets of deceased estates in accordance with trust instruments
Receptionist/Legal Assistant
Docherty Legal
09.2021 - 03.2023
- Corresponded with clients at direction of solicitors
- Assisted clients with enquiries and provided administrative support
- Assisted solicitors in keeping up to date paper and electronic files
- Applied for Victorian Legal Aid funding on behalf on clients
Education
Graduate Diploma - Legal Practice
College of Law
Victoria 07.2023
Bachelors - Law
Latrobe University
Bendigo 02.2023
References
Toni Thomas - Former Principal Lawyer
- 0404 854 736
Samantha Pennell- Police Lawyer
- 0447 826 591
Timeline
Family Violence Lawyer
Ballarat & Grampians Community Legal Service
07.2023 - Current
Deceased Estates Manager
Yanner Mann Dobson
04.2023 - 07.2023
Receptionist/Legal Assistant
Docherty Legal
09.2021 - 03.2023
Graduate Diploma - Legal Practice
College of Law
Bachelors - Law
Latrobe University
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