Object: Legal Assistant (offer number: 20-0438P)
To whom it may concern,
I am currently a third-year student at O’Sullivan College of Montreal where I am completing a Diploma of Collegial Studies in Paralegal Technology. As part of my program of studies, and in order to obtain my diploma, I must complete a five hundred twenty-five (525) hour internship under the college’s supervision, in the legal field from January 11th 2021 to April 23rd 2021. It is with great pleasure and interest that I send you my application for a potential internship. I learned about your establishment through some research and after visiting your website, I am confident that the training provided by you would be greatly beneficial to me both professionally and as a learning experience.
I am an applied, organized, motivated and resourceful person. I enjoy working on team projects, but I also have the ability to work independently. During my work experience, I have developed many skills that include professional communication and customer service skills. Additionally, I am able to work under pressure all while managing workload and prioritizing tasks. I am confident that my interest, passion and motivation will make a difference while allowing me to gain valuable experience. I hope that my application will hold your attention and that you will agree to an interview at a time that suits you.
Please accept the enclosed resume, I thank you for your time and consideration. Sincerely,
Prada Vincelli
Prada Vincelli
438. 874. 0142
adi0fu@r.postjobfree.com
Prada Vincelli 438-***-****
Prada Vincelli
10681 Saint-Michel boulevard,
Montreal, Quebec H1H 5H5
adi0fu@r.postjobfree.com
Languages written and spoken: English and French
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a paralegal internship.
STRENGTHS AND APTITUDES
• Organizational skills
• Fast learner and ability to adapt quickly
• Ability to multitask
• Autonomous
• Self-motivated
• Responsible
• Strong work ethic
• Detail oriented
RELEVENT SKILLS
Software knowledge: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet Explorer Legal research databases: SOQUIJ, CANLII, CAIJ, La Reference, LexisNexis EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
DEC Paralegal Technology 2021
O’Sullivan College of Montreal
Relevant Courses
• Civil Law I-V
• Criminal Law
• Corporate & Commercial Law
• Legal Research
• Drafting of Legal Procedures
• Titles Search
Secondary School Diploma 2018
Collège Laval
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
Sales Associate & Fulfilment – Hudson’s Bay Company 2018- present
• Advise customers and determined their needs
• Resolve various customer’s complaints
• Participate in inventory procedures
• Receive, pick, pack, label and ship products
• Maintain shipping and receiving logs
• Maintain workspace cleanliness and organization
Prada Vincelli 438-***-****
VOLUNTEER WORK
Cashier, Caisse étudiante du Collège Laval 2017 & 2018
• Frontline customer service
• Operated a cash register
• Opening and balancing the cash register
Coupe MCL, Collège Laval 2017 & 2018
• Welcome the participants
• Direct spectators to the stands
• Clean the gyms
• Assist supervisors when needed
Open House, Collège Laval 2016 & 2018
• Welcome future students
• Inform visitors
• Performed guided tours for families
Course Familial, Collège Laval 2017
• Keep participant food stations organised
• Redirect and guide participants
48h de vélo, Make a Wish Foundation 2017
• Welcome the cyclists
• Meal preparation
• Keep the food counters stocked
Soirée Post-universitaire, Collège Laval 2017
• Welcome the representatives from various Cégeps
• Aid in the set-up of representative’s kiosk
CETIFICATIONS
• CPR & AED (2016), First aid (2018), PADI Open Water Diver (2018) INTERESTS & ACTIVITIES
• Travelling, hiking in nature, music, skiing