Md. Khurshad Alam
Summary
Detail-oriented and motivated entry-level paralegal/legal assistant with strong communication, critical thinking, and active learning skills. Proficient in preparing comprehensive legal documents and conducting thorough legal research. Eager to leverage educational background and skills to assist legal teams in delivering exceptional case support. Committed to maintaining high standards of professionalism and accuracy in all tasks to ensure effective legal representation.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Public Safety Officer
Columbia University
NYC
03.2024 - Current
- Verified credentials, investigated issues, enforced safety protocols, conducted patrols, responded to emergencies, and assisted the university community to maintain a safe environment.
Security Professional, Hospital Police
NYC Health + Hospitals | Lincoln Hospital
Bronx
04.2024 - 11.2024
- Verified visitor passes/IDs, investigated unusual conditions, implemented safety measures, conducted surveillance/patrols, monitored fire hazards, responded to emergencies, documented incidents, assisted visitors/vendors/patients to maintain a secure environment.
Freelancer, Virtual Assistant, Administrative Assistant, and CRM Data Entry Specialist
Fiverr and Upwork
01.2019 - 09.2023
- Delivered high-quality work across multiple projects; Managed client communication and budgets; Provided administrative support through email management, scheduling, and coordination; Conducted online research; Maintained data integrity in CRM systems to ensure accurate client information.
Legal Assistant
Legal Care
Dhaka
04.2016 - 03.2018
- Assisted legal professionals; Conducted legal research; Drafted/filed legal documents; Interviewed clients; Collaborated with team members for efficient case management.
Administrative Assistant
Holbrook College of London
London
01.2010 - 07.2012
- Provided administrative/advisory support; Streamlined student registration; Conducted induction sessions; Maintained student records; Coordinated with external bodies; Ensured regulatory compliance.
Education
Paralegal Studies Certificate Program -
Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University
Hempstead, NYMaster of Laws (LL.M.) - Commercial Law
Northumbria Law School at University of Northumbria
Newcastle Upon Tyne, England06-2010
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) - with Honors
University of Wolverhampton Law School
Wolverhampton, England10-2006
Skills
- Data entry management
- Administrative coordination
- Case management
- Legal research and writing
- Document drafting
- Customer interaction
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Legal terminology
- Notary public services
- Real estate law expertise
- Civil litigation support
- Attention to detail
- File management
Language Skills
- English, Fluent
- Bengali, Fluent
- Hindi, Conversational
- Urdu, Conversational
Hobbies and Interests
- Watching movies
- Playing cricket
- Traveling
- Exploring social media platforms
- Learning about different cultures and people
Certification
- NYS Notary Public License
- NYS Driver's License
- Certified in First Aid, CPR, and AED (certified by the American Heart Association)
- Healthcare Law Specialization (Coursera)
- Intellectual Property Law Specialization (Coursera)
- Nuts and Bolts of U.S. Immigration Law (Coursera)
- Corporate & Commercial Law I: Contracts & Employment Law (Coursera)
- Corporate & Commercial Law II: Business Forms, Financing & Governmental Regulation (Coursera)
Timeline
Security Professional, Hospital Police
NYC Health + Hospitals | Lincoln Hospital
04.2024 - 11.2024
Public Safety Officer
Columbia University
03.2024 - Current
Freelancer, Virtual Assistant, Administrative Assistant, and CRM Data Entry Specialist
Fiverr and Upwork
01.2019 - 09.2023
Legal Assistant
Legal Care
04.2016 - 03.2018
Administrative Assistant
Holbrook College of London
01.2010 - 07.2012
Paralegal Studies Certificate Program -
Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University
Master of Laws (LL.M.) - Commercial Law
Northumbria Law School at University of Northumbria
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) - with Honors
University of Wolverhampton Law School