VIOLA ADIYO
Pimpama,QLD
Summary
A multilingual law and criminology graduate pursuing professional experience in banking and investment law, aiming to augment knowledge and competence in public and private international law. Adaptable and driven, possessing a robust work ethic and a strong determination to excel in both collaborative and independent settings. Focused on achieving results and demonstrating initiative, with a dedication to professional development and extensive experience in communication, legal analysis, research, drafting, and maintaining confidentiality in sensitive matters.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Solomons Legal
Brisbane, QLD
08.2022 - 10.2023
- Reviewed and commented on various commercial law and banking and finance agreements
- Prepared briefs for counsel for loan agreements court proceeding
- Conducted research on relevant laws, judgments, and wrote legal articles on them
- Assisted in the preparation of three successful court proceedings (two Fairwork underpayment related and 1 contract dispute related)
- Provided administrative support such as answering phones or scheduling appointments
- Managed and reviewed employment, NDA and joint venture agreements
- Investigated a potential copyright infringement for a business in Southport, Gold Coast.
STUDENT MENTOR / Student Services
Griffith University, Brisbane
Gold Coast, QLD
02.2014 - 11.2018
- Four years' experience as a student mentor for Student Services' Outreach and University Transition Programs such as (Uni-Reach, Unikey, True Colours Career Workshop and Launch into Life)
- Supported students during transition into university life and residences with guidance and direction
- Familiarised students with university life, expectation and university pathways options
- Counseled students directly on course choices, schedules and study habits
- Provided program-specific information to students for them to make an informed decision about their post high-school options
- Served as an inspiring role model to high school and primary school students
- Encouraged students to carefully set goals and take an active role in their career development and related academic decisions based on personal strengths and goals.
LEGAL SUPPORT OFFICER
Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, QLD
Brisbane, QLD
06.2018 - 07.2018
- Prepared thorough, accurate and well-edited court sittings reports, documents for cases and client communication as well as contact with Police and correctional Services
- Gathered and organized pre-trial discovery, records, and evidence, including witness interviews
- Instructed Crown prosecutors on sentencing, breach hearing and bail
- Revised documents and coordinated court documentation for timely filings
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers
- Prioritised and organised tasks to efficiently accomplish goals and meet deadlines.
INTERN
American Leadership Dialogue Conference
Gold Coast, QLD
07.2017 - 08.2017
- Cleaned and organized various conference rooms, venues, workshops, materials and supplies for daily running of the conference
- Greeted conference personnel, provided information and directed to appropriate conference venues
- Adhered to strict security and confidentiality protocols to protect congressmen, congresswomen, members of parliament, senators, lawyers and other business stakeholders
- Facilitated and co-facilitated mic/question time during the conference
- Accepted instruction from management regarding individual and group tasks
- Participated in weekly staff meetings on day to day running of the conference
- Leveraged, Word, PowerPoint and Excel to prepare running sheets, sittings and presentations flyers for conference
- Answered continuous phone calls each day and took messages or transferred to the appropriate personnel.
LAW INTERN / Good Counsel Services Inc
New York City, New York
01.2017 - 04.2017
- Researched and reviewed asylum cases and countries reports
- Drafted and produced well-researched and articulate legal briefs, memorandums, affidavits and client letters
- Prepared documents to be submitted to U.S Citizenship and Immigration Services, including Freedom of Information request and appeal while meeting strict deadlines
- Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and documented information
- Reviewed clients' contracts (start-up businesses and entrepreneurs)
- Engaged and communicated with various clients and staff in an office setting
- Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable case information.
LAW INTERN / Innocence Project
Griffith University
Gold Coast, QLD
06.2015 - 11.2015
- Diligently performed Pro bono work, reviewing high profile murder and rape wrongful conviction cases in Australia
- Researched and prepared evidence brief and procedural history of cases
- Analyzed legal case information and proofread material for errors
- Read and summarised prosecution's evidence in chief and defence cross-examination
- Attended and actively participated in weekly Innocence Project case meetings
- Drafted correspondence to relevant departments, applicants and applicant's counsel
- Worked independently and in a team to meet daily and weekly deadlines and achieve objectives for the Innocence Project
- Created organised inventory for legal cases and documentation.
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
Dr Edwin Bikundo, School of Criminology and Criminal Justice
Brisbane, QLD
10.2013 - 02.2014
- Research topic: ‘Reparation for Violation on the Law for the Use of Force and ‘Reparation for Violations on the Law of War'
- Sourced literature (international case law, UN Treaties and UN Security Council Resolutions) determined relevance and liaised with the lead researcher to communicate my findings.
Education
<ul><li>John Breuer Pride</li></ul> -
03.2025
Bachelor of Laws And Bachelor of Criminology And Criminal - Justice
Griffith University
09.2018
Griffith University
01.2018
Griffith Law School
01.2017
Woodridge State High School
01.2017
International Litigation and Arbitration -
01.2016
Aid for the Blind. managed Op Shop -
01.2015
<ul><li>Exchange Program</li></ul> -
La Salle University
01.2015
Restorative Justice Practitioner Certificate -
Represented Griffith Law School
01.2014
Sponsored to attend -
Griffith University
01.2014
Mental Health First Aid Certificate -
01.2014
Exchange Program -
Griffith University, Michigan State University
01.2014
High School Diploma -
Yeronga State High School
11.2010
Skills
- Well established oral and written communication skills
- Superb analytical and legal research skills
- Effective teamwork and ability to work independently
- Ability to meet deadline and work under pressure
- Relationship building and rapport
References
REFERENCES
Available upon request.
Timeline
Paralegal
Solomons Legal
08.2022 - 10.2023
LEGAL SUPPORT OFFICER
Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, QLD
06.2018 - 07.2018
INTERN
American Leadership Dialogue Conference
07.2017 - 08.2017
LAW INTERN / Good Counsel Services Inc
01.2017 - 04.2017
LAW INTERN / Innocence Project
Griffith University
06.2015 - 11.2015
STUDENT MENTOR / Student Services
Griffith University, Brisbane
02.2014 - 11.2018
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
Dr Edwin Bikundo, School of Criminology and Criminal Justice
10.2013 - 02.2014
<ul><li>John Breuer Pride</li></ul> -
Bachelor of Laws And Bachelor of Criminology And Criminal - Justice
Griffith University
Griffith University
Griffith Law School
Woodridge State High School
International Litigation and Arbitration -
Aid for the Blind. managed Op Shop -
<ul><li>Exchange Program</li></ul> -
La Salle University
Restorative Justice Practitioner Certificate -
Represented Griffith Law School
Sponsored to attend -
Griffith University
Mental Health First Aid Certificate -
Exchange Program -
Griffith University, Michigan State University
High School Diploma -
Yeronga State High School
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