Stephanie Ebanks
Summary
Experienced legal professional with extensive knowledge of litigation processes, judicial procedures, and legal terminology. Adept at brief drafting, case analysis, and ensuring compliance with legal codes. Proficient in legal writing and skilled in using Microsoft Excel to support case management and documentation. Committed to advancing a career in law by leveraging core competencies to achieve successful outcomes in complex legal matters.
Immersed in legal sector with career focus on articled clerkship. Capable of enhancing company's legal processes through comprehensive understanding and application of legal principles. Specialised in contract law and commercial litigation, bringing comprehensive knowledge and focus to benefit future employer.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Article Clerk
Bedell Cristin Cayman Partnership
06.2024 - Current
- Managed large volume of phone calls whilst providing excellent customer service.
- Drafted correspondence and other formal documents on behalf of supervising solicitor.
- Ensured compliance with all legal standards by meticulous document review.
- Assisted senior solicitors in court sessions.
- Conducted extensive research on complex legal matters for case preparation.
Paralegal
Bedell Cristin Cayman Partnership
04.2023 - 06.2024
- Drafted and reviewed legal documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Prepared court filings, maintaining punctuality in submission deadlines.
- Provided general support during trials, assisting solicitors as required.
- Coordinated meetings between solicitors and clients for effective discussion.
- Assisted senior solicitors by conducting extensive legal research.
- Organised client files, ensuring easy access to vital information.
Work Experience - Litigation
Maples and Calder
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted senior staff in data analysis tasks to inform strategic decisions.
- Fostered positive relationships with clients for enhanced business reputation.
- Streamlined filing system, enhancing office efficiency.
- Ensured timely project completion for customer satisfaction.
Legal Secretary
Maples and Calder
02.2022 - 04.2023
- Updated knowledge continuously on legal regulations and developments to maintain professionalism.
- Managed confidential information with utmost discretion, ensuring privacy and compliance.
- Improved client relationships with professional communication skills.
- Executed general secretarial tasks such as photocopying or scanning, maintaining a well-functioning office space.
- Billed clients and processed payments to maintain balanced accounts.
Corporate Assistant - Structured Finance
MaplesFS
08.2019 - 02.2022
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Legal Project Assistant
CARA
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Improved stakeholder relationships with consistent and clear correspondence.
- Assisted in preparing comprehensive reports, providing valuable insights to the management.
- Created comprehensive project plans to meet deadlines efficiently.
- Executed administrative tasks, resulting in smoother project operations.
Office Administrator
MaplesFS
04.2019 - 08.2019
- Handled correspondence, providing timely responses to all enquiries.
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, adhering strictly to confidentiality protocols at all times.
- Organised travel arrangements, facilitating stress-free business trips for staff members.
- Managed daily scheduling to facilitate organised operations.
- Monitored and proactively replenished office supply inventory for seamless operations.
- Reviewed existing procedures and systems for inefficiencies and recommended actionable initiatives for improvement.
Customer Service Agent and Flight Dispatcher
Cayman Airways Ltd.
02.2014 - 02.2019
- Conducted outbound calls, improved brand awareness among potential customers.
- Streamlined communication channels for more efficient response times from the team.
- Increased repeat business through exceptional customer service skills.
- Trained new hires on company policies and procedures, facilitated smoother onboarding process.
- Delivered consistently excellent customer service to guarantee positive company experiences.
- Shared informational brochures and details about policies to help guests make decisions.
- Ensured timely departures by coordinating with pilots, ground crew and air traffic control.
- Consistently met on-time departure targets, liaising effectively with operation teams and third-party suppliers.
- Monitored flight and duty times, coordinated schedules and recorded changes in master schedule.
Legal Assistant
Richard H. Barton Attorney-at-law
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Coordinated meetings, enhancing team collaboration and productivity.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of legislation changes relevant to practice area.
- Achieved efficient case management by meticulously organising legal documents.
- Responded promptly to client queries, ensuring superior customer service.
- Provided comprehensive support to solicitors during trial preparations.
- Assisted counsel in preparing witnesses for deposition, ensuring thorough readiness .
- Supported solicitors by arranging court dates and appointment schedules .
Tutor
Extended After School Program
08.2013 - 02.2014
- Collaborated with parents and teachers, aligning tutoring approaches with school curriculum.
- Assisted students in essay writing and report structuring skills, improving overall grades.
- Maintained records of each student's progress, identifying areas needing further improvement.
- Simplified complex topics using practical examples and analogies in teaching approach.
Intern
Customs
08.2013 - 02.2014
- Assisted senior staff in data analysis tasks to inform strategic decisions.
- Facilitated smooth operations within the department through organised file management and data entry tasks.
- Ensured timely project completion for customer satisfaction.
- Contributed towards successful product launch through dedicated market research.
Education
GCSEs -
Layman E. Scott High School
11.2012 - 06.2013
Bachelor of Laws - Law
Liverpool University/ Truman Bodden Law School
09.2018 - 06.2022
Professional Practice Course - Law
Oxford Brookes University
09.2022 - 06.2023
Certificate of Achievement - AML Foundations
ACAMS
06.2015 - 08.2015
Skills
- Litigation process familiarity
- Knowledge of legal terminology
- Brief drafting
- Judicial procedures knowledge
- Case analysis
- Legal code compliance
- Legal writing
- Microsoft Excel
Affiliations
- Health and Fitness
- Giving back to the community
Timeline
Article Clerk
Bedell Cristin Cayman Partnership
06.2024 - Current
Work Experience - Litigation
Maples and Calder
06.2023 - 08.2023
Paralegal
Bedell Cristin Cayman Partnership
04.2023 - 06.2024
Professional Practice Course - Law
Oxford Brookes University
09.2022 - 06.2023
Legal Secretary
Maples and Calder
02.2022 - 04.2023
Corporate Assistant - Structured Finance
MaplesFS
08.2019 - 02.2022
Legal Project Assistant
CARA
06.2019 - 08.2019
Office Administrator
MaplesFS
04.2019 - 08.2019
Legal Assistant
Richard H. Barton Attorney-at-law
09.2018 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Laws - Law
Liverpool University/ Truman Bodden Law School
09.2018 - 06.2022
Certificate of Achievement - AML Foundations
ACAMS
06.2015 - 08.2015
Customer Service Agent and Flight Dispatcher
Cayman Airways Ltd.
02.2014 - 02.2019
Tutor
Extended After School Program
08.2013 - 02.2014
Intern
Customs
08.2013 - 02.2014
GCSEs -
Layman E. Scott High School
11.2012 - 06.2013
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