James's Resume

James

Paralegal

Male

22 y/o

Paralegal

Live in Australia

Nationality Australia

Summary

A highly motivated and adaptable undergraduate law and commerce student with two years of hands-on legal experience across litigation and administrative roles. Demonstrates strong legal research, communication, and organisational skills, with a proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced professional settings. Adept at managing sensitive information, engaging with stakeholders, and improving internal processes. Experienced in international environments through overseas study and consulting work, with a strong interest in global legal systems and commerce. Seeking an entry-level opportunity to apply existing knowledge, develop professionally, and make meaningful contributions in an internationally-oriented organisation.

Work experience

Intern Consultant
VolTra
2024.10-2025.02
(5 months)
Led a diverse team of four over two months to deliver a market entry strategy in Australia for a foreign non-profit NGO - Demonstrated leadership and initiative by managing project timelines and delegating tasks - Cross-cultural communication with clients and diverse team members - Conducted regulatory and market research to substantiate evidence-based advice
Paralegal
Ligeti Partners Lawyers
2023.10-2024.09
(a year)
Supported a team of solicitors across insurance litigation matters and worked on case files under supervision - Drafted legal correspondence, internal memos, and court documents - Drafted correspondence and advice for clients - Prepared itemised bills and drafted associated letters - Reviewing documents and preparing chronologies of key events - Organised and maintained physical and digital files, ensuring compliant record-keeping
Student Consultant
The Haven, Nepean Women's Shelter
2023.10-2023.12
(3 months)
Worked in a cross-university team of UNSW and WSU students over 3 weeks, to deliver a strategy for potential funding sources for a non-profit NGO - Delivered actionable insights and presented findings to clients through written reports and presentations - Stakeholder management through regular updates and feedback sessions with clients and mentors - Worked with a diverse team through hybrid mediums
Legal Secretary
Ligeti Partners Lawyers
2022.12-2023.10
(a year)
Provided a wide range of legal and administrative support to solicitors and clerks across different teams - Managed incoming emails and phone calls from within the firm, clients, third parties and courts - Managed and updated diarisation - Coordinated interstate logistics with office managers - Filing court documents through the NSW Court Registry, online and in-person - Leadership duties delegating and coordinating other secretaries
Student Volunteer
Kingsford Legal Centre
2023.07-2023.08
(2 months)
Worked with other volunteer lawyers to help provide legal advice to members of the local community - Conducted client interviews to later assist solicitors with legal research and advice preparation - Maintained client confidentiality and handled sensitive information with discretion and professionalism

Educational experience

University of New South Wales, Sydney
Bachelor of Commerce (International Business)
2021.02-Current
(5 years)
Bachelor of Commerce majoring in International Business Overall WAM: 75.33
University of New South Wales, Sydney
Bachelor of Laws
2021.02-Current
(5 years)
Bachelor of Laws Overall WAM: 75.33