Legal Assistant Office

Andrew Chom

****-* ************ **** ******, ON K1V 6S1

Cell: 613-***-****

Email: ******.*****@*****.***

November 27, 2019

Ref: Cover Letter

I am interested in the positions of Program Officer, Project Delivery Support or other relevant areas. I am currently a Master of Arts student in Public Ethics. I also have a joint B.A. Honours in Human rights and law (specialized in law, government and policy) and a College diploma in law clerk/legal assistant. I am currently volunteering as a legal assistant in real estate and immigration sectors. Even though I have not work in family before, my training in family law course at college will enable me to learn new tasks quickly.

Even though I have not work as a program officer before in office environment, my two years experiences as Office Manager with current volunteering position as legal assistant in real estate and immigration equipped me to adapt working in office environment. My legal studies prepared me too for time management, organization, analytical and leadership skills that as assets to working to deadlines. My leadership skills and experiences as a college law student representative for two years set me as well to play an effective role individually and as a team player.

My experience in community service as Chairperson of South Sudanese communities for five (5) years in Ottawa, Canada, is an asset to utilize effectively as a team player. Most importantly, I am knowledgeable of the essence of cultural diversity in a diverse society. My experience as a refugee from South Sudan at a young age enlightened me for working hard, perseverance, commitment, consciousness, and analytical with legal and management skills that make me confident that I possess the skills and ability to provide a solid performance. These qualities meet the interest of a diverse society and a company that serves its citizens and customers with integrity.

I am confident that these experiences and strengths qualify me a strategic thinker and practical candidate who can evaluate, implement and administer with integrity. I look forward to discuss my interest with you and be part of your team. I enclosed a resume for more details.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

Andrew Chom

Andrew Chom

1462-G Heatherington Road. Ottawa, ON K1V 6S1.

Cell: 613-***-****. ******.*****@*****.***

QUALIFICATIONS AND PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Legal

Trained software areas of DiorceMate, Conveyencer, Terraview, PC-Law and client relations and civil procedures,

Orientated in human rights, law, policy & government

Experience with cultural diversity and team leadership.

Excellent legal research with clerical skills and civil litigation and procedures.

Technical

Proficiency with computer applications in a Windows environment including the Microsoft Office Suite.

Versed in legal document production.

Personal

Demonstrated effective organizational skills and self-motivated, responsible and reliable.

Ability to work independently and also as a team player.

Multi-task player and eager to learn new tasks and adapt quickly.

Possess ability to set priorities, manage time, and work to deadlines.

Effective communication skills and detail-oriented and respectful of client confidentiality.

EMPOYMENT EXPERIENCE

2019 MD Shamim Hasan Law Office

Law Clerk/Legal Assistant

Manage files under supervision of a senior lawyer

On training on Conveyancer, Teraview and PC-Law and other clerical duties

Maintaining reception duties and phone calls and other enquiries

2016-2018 Government of Twic State, Republic of South Sudan

Officer Manager, Office of Deputy Governor.

Oversee researches and implementation office policy, rules and procedures and legislations regarding non-governmental developmental and human rights policies on state governance.

Organized office functions and oversee daily operations of the office.

Facilitated and analysed interdisciplinary team endeavours

Provided administrative, supported and supervised staffs members in implementing office process and procedures that expedite work.

Trained new employees with Microsoft word and presentation methodology

Developed and prepared daily, weekly and monthly reports for Deputy Governor.

Participated on special committees and social events or projects including security and developmental policies.

2012-2013 Kiirdit & Co. Advocates, Juba, South Sudan

•Legal Assistant

Drafted and prepared commercial contracts, sale agreements, affidavits, business letters and memorandum and registrations of companies.

Scheduled appointments and meetings of senior lawyers with clients.

Research legal issues for deposition and litigations

Assisted senior lawyers in all aspects of litigation management such as factual investigations, document preparation and other supports.

Assigned to research laws relevant to cases on trial

Interviewed clients to provide facts and case history in advance.

2011-2012 Ontario Superior Courts of Justice Ottawa, ON

•Interpreter on part time basis

Interpreted from Dinka and Arabic to English in criminal and summary cases.

2006-2008 Algonquin College, Ottawa, ON

•Law Clerk Representative

Arrange meetings with law department and represent law students in the college leadership meetings

Conduct assessments on professors and provide student inputs to college leadership forum

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

2007-2012 Chairperson, South Sudanese Community Association of Ottawa- Carleton, Ottawa, Ontario

Encouraged South Sudanese communities of Ottawa, Canada to work hand in hand through dialogue and mediation

Organized sports, picnics, camping and holiday celebrations for South Sudanese community in Ottawa

Mobilized South Sudanese community to provide social and financial support at times of emergencies and during other circumstances

EDUCATION

2019 Saint Paul University, Ottawa, ON

In progress: Master of Arts in Public Ethics

2008 –2011 Carleton University, Ottawa, ON

Joint B.A. Honours in Human Rights & Law (with concentration in law, policy and government)

2006-2008 Algonquin College, Ottawa, ON

Diploma in Law Clerk/Legal Assistant

2003-2004 G.A Wheable Adult Education Centre. London, ON, Canada

LANGUAGES/INTERESTS

Speak and write fluent English and Dinka language and peak oral Arabic

Ability and willingness to travel for work purposes

Play soccer, volleyball, and basketball

REFERENCE:

MD Shamim Hasan, Lawyer

Office: 613-***-**** Cell: 613-***-****

Saleem Khan, Health & Safety Instructor, Interior Finishing Systems Training Centre, Ottawa, ON, Canada. Office: 613-***-****, Cell: 613-***-****

Denis L’ARRIVEE, Warehouse Manager, Asbex Environmental Contractors, Ottawa, ON, Canada. Office” 613-***-**** Cell: 613-***-****

Charles Bourque, Site Supervisor, Asbex Environmental Contractors, Ottawa, ON, Canada

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