Tam Kumail
Mulgrave,Australia
Summary
Professional with top skills in communication, critical thinking and active learning. Helps cases with professionally prepared legal documents and thorough research.
A Graduate Law Student pursuing flexible part-time employment while completing a second degree in Political Science (2026).
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Rights Paralegal
Asylum Seekers' Resource Centre (ASRC)
Melbourne , VIC
07.2024 - Current
- Legal Document Preparation: Complete forms such as visa applications, Freedom of Information (FOI) requests, and authorisation forms.
- Correspondence: Draft letters and emails to clients, government departments, and legal professionals.
- Document Management: Review, organize, and file legal documents and case files for easy access.
- Administrative Support: Answer phone calls, manage calendars, and schedule appointments, ensuring smooth day-to-day organisation operations.
Paralegal Intern
Ajak & Associates
Melbourne , VIC
07.2024 - Current
- Review court documents and prepare summaries of relevant legal points
- Organise client files
- Prepare memoranda on complex legal issues and research state laws
- Attend hearings with the supervising lawyer
Library Service Officer
Greater Dandenong Libraries
12.2021 - Current
- Assist patrons with administrative requests such as form filling, online government services, computer usage, and research
- Work dynamically as part of a team while liaising with team leaders about prioritised tasks
- Big Summer Read Staff Award 2023 - for joining the highest number of children for the state-wide reading challenge
Legal Assistant intern
West Justice Community Legal Centres
04.2023 - 08.2023
- Managed and organised files, ensuring accuracy and accessibility of legal documents
- Conducted comprehensive legal research, gathered facts, and retrieved information to support case preparation
- Drafted and formatted correspondence for legal professionals, maintaining professionalism and attention to detail
- Communicated with clients to gather necessary information and provide updates on case progress
- Analysed and summarized complex legal documents, facilitating efficient case management
- Conducted rigorous fact-checking to verify the accuracy and reliability of information
Junior Manager
Afghan Rahimi Restaurant
07.2019 - 03.2022
- Managed and trained new staffs
- Ensure high standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene
- Took bookings and managed phone calls for customer requests
- Managed emails from suppliers and customers
- Took part in preparation and cooking of the meals
- Organised special functions and promotional activities
Education
Bachelor of Law /Art - Political Science, Aboriginal History
Victoria University
Melbourne, VIC02-2026
Skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Strong attention to detail, and accuracy in documentation
- Proficient in using AdvoLogix and Smokeball
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Adaptability and openness to new ideas, and priorities
- Efficient legal research proficiency
- Fluent in Dari/Persian
- Working with Children's Check Card
- Driver's License
- Critical Thinking
- Handling Pressure
- Leadership skills
- Problem solving
- Microsoft Office Suite
- LexisNexis and Westlaw
Languages
Persian
Full Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Human Rights Paralegal
Asylum Seekers' Resource Centre (ASRC)
07.2024 - Current
Paralegal Intern
Ajak & Associates
07.2024 - Current
Legal Assistant intern
West Justice Community Legal Centres
04.2023 - 08.2023
Library Service Officer
Greater Dandenong Libraries
12.2021 - Current
Junior Manager
Afghan Rahimi Restaurant
07.2019 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Law /Art - Political Science, Aboriginal History
Victoria University