Cherisse Lambert LLB (HONS) LPC,LLM

• Performed complex legal research to prepare for cases.
• Interpreted recent court opinions and current legal research to remain current with developments.
• Negotiated resolutions of cases with defense attorneys and judges.
• Collaborated with co-counsel and pro bono counsel to negotiate for trials.
• Heard evidence, ruled on admissibility and made reasoned decisions supported by evidence.
• Interviewed clients and witnesses to acquire additional insight into case details.
• Maintained loyal client base by establishing trusting alliances and fair billing practices.
• Advised clients in family, employment, criminal and contractual matters.
• Instructed in High Court Matters.
• Prepared persuasive legal memoranda, motions and briefs synthesizing facts, evidence and legal authorities.
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• Built strong, trusting relationships with clients by utilizing effective communication techniques, leading to a high level of client satisfaction. Represented Commercial Vendor in regional Sale of Land on the isle of Grenada.

• Demonstrated expert knowledge and research skills in multiple areas of law, including Land Matters, Intellectual Property Law, Employment Law, Commercial law and Immigration Law.

• Provided comprehensive legal representation and counsel while maintaining a strong commitment to professionalism and ethical standards.

• Reviews and analyzes association governing documents, statutes or case law, contracts, insurance policies, and real estate documents to advise, counsel and provide legal representation to clients.

• Ability to work independent of constant monitoring, taking ownership of and responsibility for effectively monitoring and moving forward and independent matter and seeking guidance when deemed appropriate.

• Extensive organizational skills, maintain proper records of all client instructions and communications with advanced computer proficiency and understanding of leading software to maintain records.

• Formulated and issues well-founded written and verbal opinions to clients and effectively conducts negotiations to resolve matters on behalf of clients. Advises and communicates regularly with clients and other counsels or members regarding an assigned matter.

• Ability to represent parties in all courts in Trinidad and Tobago, advocacy and instructing Court of Appeal. Civil Litigation. Additional consult throughout commonwealth.

• Expert in drafting affidavits, contracts, leases and most commercial and internal documents.

• Pro-Bono cases, advisory for domestic violence clients and other nationals.

• Prepared compliance and regulatory forms for legal cases and suits.

• Used West Law, LexisNexis and Practical Law to examine secondary sources, statutory and case law and state regulations.

• Planned and scheduled high profile clients

• Produced well-researched and articulate legal briefs, pleadings and statements.

• Manage Documents and Organized Case files

• Drafted Contracts and other legal documents.

• Aided in Immigration matters, Civil Matters and Real Estate matters

• Prepared for Trials.

• Review documents for relevance; organize responsive documents for review by the attorneys for production purposes and use at upcoming depositions, hearings or trial;

• Assists with trial preparation, including creating trial notebooks, maintain and tracking exhibits, and coordinating witness schedules;

• Reviews and summarizes document, depositions, and court transcripts; creating and using substantive coding tools.

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• Developed growth plans by identifying key clients, key targets and priority service lines.
• Facilitated and managed business development plan based on market and industry research.
• Optimized profitability by developing pipeline of prospects using multiple research, referral and sales strategies.
• Collaborated with account executives to penetrate new accounts, identify potential customers and coordinate product demonstrations.
• Hired talented, trainable team members and drove new business strategies to grow revenues.
• Marketed and developed key accounts by favorably representing company at membership and community functions.
• Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
• Listened to customer needs to identify and recommend best products and services.
• Reviewed candidate applications and conducted phone interviews and screenings.

The job opportunity at NGC allowed me to effectively expand my professional skills. Although a temporary worker, a great appreciation of the industrial world was found. This included: Intense and confidential work on the company’s compliance sheet (duration of 5 weeks) Company’s Act and State Enterprise Performance Monitoring Manual, OSHA analysis,Filing documents and Correspondence Formatting

Additional Skills: formatting, Filing, Reviewing managerial submissions, networking and risk management.

• Efficiently managed executive schedules, appointments, travel arrangements, meetings, and conference calls.

• Provided administrative support for new clients, ensuring a smooth onboarding process.

• Maintained accurate financial records through meticulous bookkeeping tasks.

• Effectively communicated with insurance companies to facilitate seamless claims processing.

• Implemented efficient inventory management processes, optimizing stock levels and accuracy.

• Conducted thorough inspection of shipments and meticulously recorded item details.

• Registered and maintained client information with precision and confidentiality.

• Utilizes all corporate procurement tools and dashboards to ensure the effective implementation of procurement services.