Shahira Banu
Pasir Ris
Summary
Dynamic professional with experience in legal field. Developed strong research, organizational, and communication skills in legal environment. Skilled in managing documentation, coordinating schedules, and supporting legal teams. Seeking to transition into new field where these abilities can contribute to dynamic team.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Legal Assistant
Dawood Flour Mill & Provision Pte. Ltd.
05.2024 - Current
- Advised on intellectual property matters such as trademark registration, licensing agreements, and infringement issues
- Coordinated hotel accommodations and flight reservations
- Conducted vendor sourcing and negotiated cost-effective solutions
- Conducted legal research
- Drafted contractual agreements for prospective use by the company
- Drafted letters and email correspondences
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines and other important dates
- Handled invoicing and billing tasks
- Negotiated settlement on behalf of company with opposing party, resulting in amicable resolutions and cost savings
- Reviewed contracts thoroughly to identify potential risks or liabilities before agreements were finalized
- Reviewed correspondences and provided a summary
- Revised existing employment contracts
Legal Executive
Meritus Law LLC
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Analyzed legal documents and identified pertinent issues for clients.
- Assisted counsel in preparing for client meetings and court hearings by conducting legal research and preparing necessary documents.
- Assisted counsel in dispute resolution processes (i.e. arbitration), participating in mediation sessions as needed to facilitate productive dialogue among parties.
- Assisted counsel in developing case strategies and arguments in preparation for case presentations.
- Attended court hearings and client meetings to take notes.
- Coordinated with expert witnesses during trial preparation, ensuring testimony supported overall case strategy effectively.
- Compilation and preparation of the bundle of authorities and documents.
- Conducted thorough legal research to support case preparation and ensure favorable outcomes for clients.
- Drafted legal submissions for arbitration and court filings.
- Drafted letters and email correspondences to the opposing parties.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines and other important dates.
- Hands-on experience in navigating the e-Litigation system, ensuring seamless electronic filing and document management.
- Increased lawyer productivity by expertly managing heavy caseloads and prioritizing tasks based on urgency.
- Provided case progress updates to clients and proposed solutions to issues.
- Reviewed documents for case preparation.
Legal Executive
Oon & Bazul
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Analyzed legal documents and identified pertinent issues for clients.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Assisted counsel in preparing for client meetings and hearings by conducting legal research and preparing necessary documents.
- Assisted counsel in developing case strategies and arguments in preparation for case presentations.
- Assisted counsel in mediation sessions to facilitate productive dialogue among parties.
- Developed strategies for court proceedings and negotiations.
- Drafted legal opinions, submissions and affidavits.
- Drafted letters and email correspondences to the opposing parties.
- Hands-on experience in navigating the e-Litigation system, ensuring seamless electronic filing and document management.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Provided case progress updates to clients and proposed solutions to issues.
- Researched and analyzed legal issues and cases to provide advice to clients.
- Reviewed documents for case preparation.
- Used knowledge of legal precedents to analyze probable outcome of cases.
Trainee
Oon & Bazul
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Assisted with trial preparation through thorough research and analysis of relevant cases and statutes.
- Attended court hearings and client meetings to take notes.
- Compilation and preparation of the bundle of authorities and documents
- Completed research, compiled data, and assisted in timely reporting.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Learned new materials, processes, and programs quickly.
- Participated in on-the-job training, working closely with supervisors and coworkers and asking appropriate questions.
- Shadowed senior team members to learn all related jobs and tasks.
Paralegal
Karuppan Chettiar & Partners
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Attended court hearings and meetings to take notes.
- Assisted counsel in preparing for client meetings and court hearings by conducting legal research and preparing necessary documents.
- Assisted counsel in developing case strategies and arguments in preparation for case presentations.
- Conducted thorough legal research to support case preparation and ensure favorable outcomes for clients.
- Drafted legal opinions.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Provided case progress updates to clients and proposed solutions to issues.
- Researched and analyzed legal issues and cases to provide accurate advice to clients.
- Reviewed documents for case preparation
- Used knowledge of legal precedents to analyze probable outcome of cases.
Education
Bachelors - Law
National University of Singapore
Singapore07.2022
Diploma With Merit in Law & Management (top 10% of Graduating Cohort) - Law & Management
TEMASEK POLYTECHNIC
Singapore05.2018
'O' Level Certificate -
LOYANG SECONDARY SCHOOL
Singapore11.2014
PSLE Certificate -
WHITE SANDS PRIMARY SCHOOL
Singapore11.2010
Skills
- Teamwork
- Perseverance
- Willingness to learn
- Responsibility
- Adaptability
- Litigation Support
- Legal Research
- Document Preparation and Filing
Languages
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Tamil
Intermediate (B1)
Volunteering
Volunteer at Pasir Ris East Meet-the-People Session since 2019
- Taking down residents' concerns and conducting relevant research
- Vetting residents' cases to ensure that they are sent to the appropriate agencies for assistance
- Planning events for volunteers to bond and have fun
- Awarded the District Achievement Award 2023 in recognition of the contributions for serving the community
- Selected to participate in Live a Legacy - a co-authoring storytelling project that pairs a senior and youth to share our lived experiences in Singapore
https://www.livealegacy.sg/stories/jasling-boo-shahira-banu
Hobbies
Plays Contact Rugby for Singapore Irish Club
Contact Rugby is a team sport that demands not only physical strength but also a high degree of communication and trust among players. The sport relies on cohesive teamwork and effective coordination among team members to succeed.
Certification
Passed Part B exams
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Dawood Flour Mill & Provision Pte. Ltd.
05.2024 - Current
Legal Executive
Meritus Law LLC
01.2024 - 05.2024
Legal Executive
Oon & Bazul
08.2023 - 11.2023
Trainee
Oon & Bazul
01.2023 - 07.2023
Paralegal
Karuppan Chettiar & Partners
05.2018 - 08.2018
Bachelors - Law
National University of Singapore
Diploma With Merit in Law & Management (top 10% of Graduating Cohort) - Law & Management
TEMASEK POLYTECHNIC
'O' Level Certificate -
LOYANG SECONDARY SCHOOL
PSLE Certificate -
WHITE SANDS PRIMARY SCHOOL
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