Kelisha Shaw
Attorney-at-Law
Kingston,Jamaica
Summary
Candidate with industry experience in Customer Service and Law, who offers high attention to detail and strong organizational skills, with some knowledge and ability in Corporate Governance.
Overview
13
13
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Administrative Assistant to the Director
Summit Franchises Ltd.
Kingston, Jamaica
2011 - present
- Coached new employees on administrative procedures, company policies and performance standards.
- Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities and communicate instructions.
- Generated reports, drafted memos, letters and prepared presentations in Microsoft Office Suite to support business objectives and growth.
- Supported efficient meetings by organizing spaces and materials, documenting discussions and distributing meeting notes.
- Minimized company's risk exposure through careful advice on laws, business operations and strategic plans.
Legal Intern
Norman Manley Law School Legal Aid clinic
Kingston, Jamaica
2019 - 2020
- Conducted research for upcoming cases for attorneys.
- Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
- Prepared written correspondence for attorneys.
- Researched laws and regulations and delivered analysis and assessments to attorneys in the form of legal opinions.
- Assisted with client interviews and took meticulous notes for inclusion in reports.
- Drafted correspondence and disseminated materials to appropriate parties.
- Reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors.
Summer Legal Intern
Livingston, Alexander & Levy
Kingston, Jamaica
2019 - 2019
- Conducted research for upcoming cases for firm's attorneys.
- Attended depositions and court proceedings and prepared summaries on cases.
- Researched company, conveyancing, personal injury and probate laws and regulations and delivered analysis and assessments to firm's attorneys.
Administrative Assistant
Aerocon Construction Jamaica Ltd.
Kingston, Jamaica
2007 - 2008
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Performed general office duties, including answering multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Monitored Financial Auditor's work calendar and scheduled appointments, meetings and travel.
Education
Legal Education Certificate - Law
Norman Manley Law School
Kingston, Jamaica 09.2018 - 08.2020
Master of Business Administration - International Business
Florida International University
Miami, Florida 05.2017 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Laws (Hons) - Law
University Of London
London, United Kingdom 09.2013 - 07.2017
Diploma - Law
University Of London
London, United Kingdom 09.2013 - 07.2014
High School Diploma -
Port Antonio High School
Portland, Jamaica 09.2002 - 07.2007
Skills
LexisNexis
Affiliations
Private Sector Organization of Jamaica
- 2015-present
Work Availability
monday
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Refrences
Available upon request.
Quote
Every problem is a gift—without problems we would not grow.
Tony Robbins
Timeline
Legal Education Certificate - Law
Norman Manley Law School
09.2018 - 08.2020
Master of Business Administration - International Business
Florida International University
05.2017 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Laws (Hons) - Law
University Of London
09.2013 - 07.2017
Diploma - Law
University Of London
09.2013 - 07.2014
High School Diploma -
Port Antonio High School
09.2002 - 07.2007
Administrative Assistant
Aerocon Construction Jamaica Ltd.
2007 - 2008
Summer Legal Intern
Livingston, Alexander & Levy
2019 - 2019
Legal Intern
Norman Manley Law School Legal Aid clinic
2019 - 2020
Administrative Assistant to the Director
Summit Franchises Ltd.
2011 - present
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