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SABA ABDELKADIR

Phoenix,AZ

Summary

Diligent and detail-oriented law professional with a strong passion for legal research and writing. Eager to apply exceptional analytical skills and legal knowledge to support attorneys in providing top-notch legal services to clients. Commitment to excellence extends to professional demeanor. Highly professional, client-focused, and excel in building strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. Working with accuracy and efficiency under pressure, confidently handle changing and conflicting priorities. Proven track record demonstrates the abilities to contribute to defining a company's direction, achieving goals, and optimizing core business operations. Led by ambition, to seek a challenging career with an ambitious and esteemed company that offers genuine opportunities for growth and progression.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Corporate Paralegal

Quality solicitors
12.2018 - 05.2023
  • Provided essential support to attorneys specializing in employment law matters
  • Conducted legal research, prepared legal documents, and assisted in case management.
  • Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
  • Implemented a new filing system, resulting in a 25% reduction in document retrieval time.
  • Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
  • Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
  • Monitored changes in laws, regulations and other legal matters to keep firm compliant with requirements.
  • Researched and analyzed legal issues and cases to provide accurate advice to clients.
  • Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.

Care giver and household manager

N/A
11.2017 - 12.2018
  • During my career, I took a planned maternity leave to prioritize and embrace the responsibilities of parenthood
  • This time off allowed me to be present and raise two beautiful children and fully immerse myself in the joys and challenges of becoming a parent while also fostering essential caregiving skills
  • Throughout my maternity leave, I remained committed to professional growth, engaging in continuous learning opportunities and staying up-to-date with industry trends
  • I re-entered the workforce with renewed dedication, a fresh perspective, and the valuable transferable skills I acquired during my time as a caregiver
  • My experience as a parent has further strengthened my ability to excel in multitasking, time management, and problem-solving, all of which I am eager to apply in a professional setting to contribute positively to any organization.

Legal Financial Specialist

HCB Solicitors
08.2015 - 10.2017
  • Efficiently handling legal documents, conducting thorough research, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws
  • Furnished requested financial data and reports to auditors, regulators and investors and prepared analysis to support risk management.
  • Developed queries and performed analysis to optimize business intelligence.
  • Coordinated and scheduled meetings with clients and opposing counsel, maintaining a 95% on-time meeting rate.
  • Collaborated closely with legal teams, maintain strict confidentiality, and contribute to the smooth functioning of legal operations
  • Provided members with optimum sales and service experience to enhance member affinity to company.
  • Collaborated with other departments to enforce data accuracy and enhance productivity.
  • Utilized techniques for increasing data entry speed.
  • Executed financial assurance audits and implemented new control points and metrics to support business changes.

Legal Assistant

McGarvey’s immigration, Asylum
03.2014 - 07.2015
  • Supported staff solicitors by performing clerical and administrative tasks requiring knowledge of legal terms, documents, and procedures
  • Assisted with trial proceedings, collected evidence, prepared documents, and facilitated communication with clients.
  • Prepared affidavits, waivers, translations and asylum requests for ongoing cases.
  • Maintained immigration attorneys' schedules to enable timely client service delivery and promote firm's income growth.
  • Analyzed client documentation and history to determine eligibility for immigration-related benefits.
  • Corresponded with current and prospective clients to obtain information and enable effective case development.
  • Drove continuous improvement in day-to-day process and transformation initiatives that resulted in impactful evolution.

Education

LLB - Law

Swansea University
Wales, UK

St David’s Catholic College
Cardiff, UK

Cathays High School
Cardiff, UK

Skills

  • TECHNICAL SKILLS
  • Legal Research: Proficiency in using legal research databases and tools, such as
  • Westlaw, LexisNexis, or Bloomberg Law, to access statutes, regulations, case law, and legal commentary
  • Document Management: Familiarity with document management systems and software to organize, store, and retrieve legal documents, ensuring easy access and efficient workflow
  • Case Management Software: Experience with case management software, like Clio, MyCase, or PracticePanther, to manage and track case information, deadlines, and client communications
  • Microsoft Office Suite: Proficiency in Microsoft Word for drafting legal documents, Microsoft Excel for organizing data, and Microsoft PowerPoint for creating presentations
  • Legal Writing: Strong writing skills to prepare legal documents, including memoranda, briefs, motions, and legal correspondence, adhering to legal writing conventions
  • E-Filing:
  • Knowledge of electronic filing systems used in various courts, allowing to electronically submit legal documents in compliance with court rules
  • Court Research: Ability to navigate court websites and databases to obtain information on court dockets, filings, and case status updates
  • Citation Management: Understanding of legal citation formats, such as Bluebook or APA, to correctly cite legal sources in written documents
  • Data Analysis: Basic data analysis skills, such as using Excel to analyze and interpret data relevant to legal cases or research
  • OCR Technology: Familiarity with Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology to convert scanned documents into editable and searchable text
  • Virtual Meeting Platforms: Proficiency in using virtual meeting platforms like Zoom or Microsoft Teams for remote client meetings or virtual court appearances
  • Document Comparison Tools: Knowledge of document comparison software like Adobe Acrobat Pro or Microsoft Word's track changes feature to compare different versions of legal documents
  • Spreadsheets and Database Management: Basic knowledge of spreadsheets and database management systems for organizing and analyzing large datasets relevant to legal cases
  • Video Conferencing: Proficiency in conducting video conferences for remote depositions or client consultations
  • Tech Savviness: Willingness to learn and adapt to new legal technologies and software, as the legal industry continually evolves with technological advancements

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Dutch
Full Professional

Timeline

Corporate Paralegal

Quality solicitors
12.2018 - 05.2023

Care giver and household manager

N/A
11.2017 - 12.2018

Legal Financial Specialist

HCB Solicitors
08.2015 - 10.2017

Legal Assistant

McGarvey’s immigration, Asylum
03.2014 - 07.2015

LLB - Law

Swansea University

St David’s Catholic College

Cathays High School

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