Hi, I’m
Shahina Jannath
Advocate,writer
Malappuram,KL
Work Preference
Timeline
Lawyer
District court
03.2003 - Current
Work History
District court
Lawyer
03.2003 - Current
Job overview
- Represented clients in court hearings and in negotiations with other parties.
- Explained available courses of action and possible repercussions of cases to clients.
- Drafted motions, petitions and waivers.
- Communicated with clients and collected information to research cases and prepare settlement offers.
- Negotiated settlements with opposing counsel.
- Developed strategies for court proceedings and negotiations.
- Analyzed legal documents and identified pertinent issues for clients.
- Prepared and filed pleadings, motions and other legal documents in court proceedings.
- Researched and wrote contracts, agreements and proposals.
- Championed a positive work environment within the firm, fostering collaboration among colleagues and promoting a strong culture of teamwork and mutual support.
- Mentored junior associates on effective legal writing techniques and courtroom presentation skills, fostering professional growth within the firm.
- Studied Constitution, statutes and ordinances of quasi-judicial bodies to determine ramifications for cases.
- Prepared and drafted wills, deeds and patent applications.
- Improved client satisfaction with timely communication and thorough explanations of complex legal concepts.
- Conducted legal research to support case preparation and strategy development.
- Assisted in drafting legal documents and contracts under supervision.
- Collaborated with senior attorneys to understand court procedures and litigation processes.
- Organized case files and maintained accurate records for ongoing matters.
- Attended client meetings, taking detailed notes to inform case strategy.
- Reviewed case law and statutes to ensure compliance with current regulations.
- Developed familiarity with legal software tools for document management and case tracking.
Skills
- Legal research
- Legal analysis
- Legal drafting
- Mediation
- Legal advisory
- Family law
- Technological proficiency
- Legal document preparation
- Legal writing
- Legal research and review
- Efficient researcher
- Investigation skills
- Document filing
- Case analysis
- Court procedures
- Criminal defense
- Client representation and advisement
- Courtroom procedures
- Legal case management
- Decision-making
- Litigation experience
- Microsoft office and docusign
- Critical thinking
- Case law and outcome analysis
- Family and juvenile law
- Organizational skills
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Active listening
- Team collaboration
Overview
23
years of professional experience
Summary
Qualified [Desired Position] with robust legal background and proven track record of successful case management and client representation. Experience in drafting legal documents, negotiating settlements, and providing comprehensive legal advice. Demonstrated ability to conduct thorough legal research and apply analytical skills to complex cases.