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Ashneel A. Nand

Manukau City,Mangere East

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking and reliable Legal Practitioner with strong ability in problem solving. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal Solicitor

Kohli & Singh Suva Lawyers
Suva , 77 Cumming Street, Suva
09.2018 - Current
  • Monitored changes in legislation that may affect existing or future cases.
  • Developed strong relationships with colleagues within the firm as well as external contacts such as barristers and solicitors from other firms.
  • Convinced clients to purchase products or services by following persuasive script.
  • Provided guidance on ethical issues pertaining to legal practice.
  • Assisted junior members of staff with developing their skills related to legal practice.
  • Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations regarding the practice of law.
  • Participated in professional development activities such as seminars, conferences or training courses.
  • Conducted research into relevant case law and legislation to support client cases.
  • Advised clients on strategies for resolving disputes without resorting to court action where possible.
  • Reviewed legal documents and provided advice on the interpretation of laws.
  • Prepared for hearings by gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, researching precedents.
  • Provided legal advice to clients in a range of areas such as Contract, Tort, Wills, Estate Matters, criminal and family law
  • Resolved clients concerns and promptly answered inquiries to maintain satisfaction.
  • Appeared in court on behalf of clients to present evidence and arguments for their case.
  • Negotiated settlements between parties involved in disputes or litigation.
  • Attended meetings with clients to discuss their needs and advise them on their options under the law.
  • Drafted contracts, pleadings, wills and other legal documents.
  • Informed clients about the progress of their cases while providing regular updates.
  • Used in-depth knowledge of legal precedents to analyze probable outcomes of cases.
  • Interviewed clients and witnesses to acquire additional insight into case details.
  • Represented clients in magistrate, high, court of appeal and supreme courts at hearings, trials, arbitrations, mediations and other proceedings.
  • Negotiated and drafted settlement agreements to resolve litigated cases.
  • Reviewed legal materials for compliance to correct issues.
  • Prepared affidavits of records or statements of fact for use in court proceedings.
  • Conducted research to support legal arguments and prepared briefs for court hearings.
  • Managed document production processes during discovery phases of litigation.
  • Collaborated with experts such as medical professionals or financial advisors in order to gain additional evidence for litigation cases.
  • Advised clients regarding legal matters, business transactions and claim liability.
  • Drafted complaints, motions, interrogatories, subpoenas, responses to discovery requests and other litigation documents.
  • Maintained loyal client base by establishing trusting alliances and fair billing practices.

Education

Post Graduate Diploma In Legal Practice -

University of The South Pacific
Laucala Campus, Suva
12-2012

Bachelor of Laws

University of The South Pacific
Laucala Campus, Suva
09-2012

Skills

  • Document Preparation
  • Paperwork Coordination
  • Negotiation
  • Safety Practices
  • Attention to Detail

Timeline

Principal Solicitor

Kohli & Singh Suva Lawyers
09.2018 - Current

Post Graduate Diploma In Legal Practice -

University of The South Pacific

Bachelor of Laws

University of The South Pacific

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