LATOYA JACKSON
Summary
Attorney with over twelve years of experience in organizational support and executive-level business operations. Skilled in drafting and improving policies and procedures to adapt to evolving organizational needs. Demonstrated success in advocacy and negotiation, with a strong track record of representing clients effectively in court and negotiations. Proficient in analytical research and report writing, consistently achieving favorable outcomes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Attorney at Law
Private Practice
Princes Town
10.2020 - Current
- Advised clients on legal rights and obligations in various matters.
- Drafted legal documents, including contracts and pleadings for court cases.
- Conducted thorough legal research to support case strategies and arguments.
- Represented clients in negotiations and court proceedings effectively.
- Managed case files and maintained accurate documentation for client records.
- Engaged with clients to gather information and assess their legal needs.
- Counseled individuals on estate planning matters such as wills and trusts.
- Assisted pro bono clients in navigating the legal system without access to financial resources.
- Prepared written reports summarizing research findings or legal opinions.
- Researched case law to develop legal arguments for cases.
- Provided expert advice to clients about their rights under the law.
- Represented clients in court proceedings such as hearings, trials, mediations, arbitrations, and depositions.
- Analyzed legal documents such as contracts and wills for accuracy and completeness.
- Argued clearly, logically and persuasively in written and oral form.
Administrative/IT Assistant
Contour Global Trinity Power Limited
08.2016 - 09.2023
- Responsible for the company’s medical plan administration.
- Maintain all employees’ time records electronically and prepare monthly manpower report and annual cash out at year-end and as required; check timesheets; prepare shift and call out rosters.
- Participate in the budget preparation process with respect to administrative and computer related expenses.
- Maintain confidential purchasing files including vendor quotations, purchase orders and vendor correspondence.
- Safeguard and secure all company data, documents, tapes, information, and assets assigned to or controlled by this position. Responsible for recording of fixed assets on purchasing software.
- Render assistance to the accounting function via coordination of import/export process and final costing of foreign purchases in a timely manner inclusive of all shipping related activities.
Executive Assistant
Copyright Music Organisation of Trinidad and Tobago
04.2013 - 07.2016
- Handle all HR related matter with COTT’s External HR consultant.
- Make all arrangements for overseas trips for the CEO and/or Board members.
- Assist in the planning of the annual COTT Award Show.
- Develop Training Schedule for staff.
- Plan and schedule Board and all other Committee meetings.
- Track Employee attendance and generate quarterly report for respective managers.
Administrative Assistant
PCS Nitrogen Limited
06.2010 - 12.2012
- Process Overtime payment for payroll using Micro pay Software.
- Make Travel arrangements for employees.
- Generate Overtime Justification reports.
- Manage Department Manager’s schedule.
- Generate requisitions for stock requests.
- Generate On Call Roster for Technicians.
Executive Assistant – temp
Carib Brewery Limited
01.2009 - 12.2009
- Manage CEO ‘s Diary.
- Make travel arrangements for CEO.
- Take minutes at department meetings.
- Liaise with external vendors of Carib Brewery.
- Manage all incoming and outgoing correspondence for the CEO’s office.
- Schedule webcasts and video conference with regional branches of CBL.
Administrative Assistant
Cipriani College of Labour and Cooperative Studies
05.2008 - 09.2009
- Assist with gathering data and content for the College website.
- Prepare Memos and Letters for the IT Manager.
- Send out correspondence on behalf of the IT Department.
- Source Hardware and Software for the College.
- Track complaints received by the IT department and provided feedback to college staff.
- Take minutes at Department and Accreditation Sub-committee meetings.
Administrative Assistant
Hydrotech Ltd - bpTT Galeota
02.2005 - 06.2008
- Prepare Purchase Requisitions and Purchase orders using SAP.
- Collate KPI (Key Performance Indicator) data received from vendors and present information.
- Verify Helicopter disparity sheet with Vendor invoice.
- Assist with helicopter Allocation reports.
- Prepare Presentations for Management meetings.
- Generate weekly and monthly department reports.
Education
ATTORNEY AT LAW -
01.2023
Legal Practice Certificate -
STAFFORDSHIRE UNIVERSITY
ENGLAND01.2019
L.L.B -
UNIVERSITY OF LONDON INSTITUTE OF LAW AND ACADEMIC STUDIES
01.2017
M.B.A - Leadership Entrepreneurship and Innovation
ANGLIA RUSKIN UNIVERSITY
ENGLAND01.2012
B.A. - Marketing Management
ANGLIA RUSKIN UNIVERSITY
ENGLAND01.2011
Skills
- Advocacy and negotiation
- Analytical research
- Report writing
- Multitasking and management
- Verbal and written communication
- Meeting documentation
Timeline
Attorney at Law
Private Practice
10.2020 - Current
Administrative/IT Assistant
Contour Global Trinity Power Limited
08.2016 - 09.2023
Executive Assistant
Copyright Music Organisation of Trinidad and Tobago
04.2013 - 07.2016
Administrative Assistant
PCS Nitrogen Limited
06.2010 - 12.2012
Executive Assistant – temp
Carib Brewery Limited
01.2009 - 12.2009
Administrative Assistant
Cipriani College of Labour and Cooperative Studies
05.2008 - 09.2009
Administrative Assistant
Hydrotech Ltd - bpTT Galeota
02.2005 - 06.2008
ATTORNEY AT LAW -
Legal Practice Certificate -
STAFFORDSHIRE UNIVERSITY
L.L.B -
UNIVERSITY OF LONDON INSTITUTE OF LAW AND ACADEMIC STUDIES
M.B.A - Leadership Entrepreneurship and Innovation
ANGLIA RUSKIN UNIVERSITY
B.A. - Marketing Management
ANGLIA RUSKIN UNIVERSITY