Asilika Wise
Auckland,AUK
Summary
Dynamic solicitor with a proven track record at the Inland Revenue Department, excelling in dispute resolution, civil litigation and legal research and analysis. Adept at building relationships and delivering tailored advice. Also, consistently achieving positive case outcomes while mentoring colleagues and enhancing organizational success through effective communication and strong negotiation skills.
I have a strong background in providing comprehensive legal advice and navigating complex legal frameworks, drafting precise legal documents, and analysis involving statutory interpretation. I am known for fostering collaborative team environments and encourage diversity and inclusion at work and delivering results under evolving conditions. I am skilled in legal research, client advocacy, and case management, with reputation for reliability and adaptability.
I am a knowledgeable Solicitor with background in revenue law, accounting and banking principles, management skills as well as Indigenous People's laws. I have been providing sound legal advice and representation and have a proven track record of resolving complex legal issues and achieving positive outcomes with demonstrated expertise in legal research and drafting, along with strong negotiation and communication skills.
I am experienced with interpreting and applying legal statutes and policies and utilise strategic thinking to develop compelling legal arguments and negotiate settlements. I also have strong courtroom advocacy.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, I have a willingness to learn, and have excellent communication skills. I am also ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
I am proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. I am well known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. I am committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
1
1
Dispute resolution
1
1
Management skills
1
1
Freelance writer
Work History
Solicitor
Inland Revenue Department
08.2021 - 03.2025
- Built strong relationships with internal case officers and stakeholders, offering tailored advice and guidance throughout each stage of the dispute and/or legal proceedings.
- Participated in continuing legal education programs to stay current on industry trends and maintain expertise in specialized practice areas.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by promptly addressing inquiries from both internal and external stakeholders.
- Mentored Investigators, collections officers and newly appointed solicitors, enhancing their professional growth and contributing to the organisations success.
- Scrutinized evidence thoroughly, identifying weaknesses in opposing counsel''s claims to strengthen strategies.
- Conducted thorough research to ensure accurate interpretation of laws and regulations in support of client cases.
- Collaborated with fellow solicitors and those in other departments to develop innovative strategies for complex cases, increasing the likelihood of positive results.
- Contributed to business development efforts by participating in networking events and maintaining a high level of client satisfaction.
- Assisted internal customers in understanding requirements and criteria ensuring compliance and mitigating potential risks.
- Contributed to the firm''s overall success by maintaining a high rate of quality advice and consistently achieving positive case outcomes.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by promptly addressing inquiries.
- Drafted well-structured legal opinions that addressed the issue presented while adhering to established legal standards.
- Supported and have been part of a interviews and facilitated conference meetings dispute in efforts between disputing parties, fostering resolution without costly litigation procedures.
- Identify and made suggestions to assist with streamlining internal processes to improve overall advice, policies and productivity.
- Developed persuasive arguments for court hearings, resulting in favorable outcomes for the majority of cases handled.
- Scrutinized evidence thoroughly, identifying weaknesses in opposing counsel''s claims to strengthen client defense strategies.
- Collaborated with fellow solicitors to develop innovative strategies for complex cases, increasing the likelihood of positive results.
- Stayed current on the legislation and policies and accurately updated case officers.
Tax Counsel
Inland Revenue Department - Tax Counsel Office
10.2020 - 08.2021
- Contributed to the development of firm policies and procedures, fostering a positive workplace culture and high ethical standards.
- Participated in continuing education courses to stay current on relevant laws and regulations within the industry.
- Managed a diverse caseload while maintaining excellent attention to detail and prioritizing tasks effectively under tight deadlines.
- Conducted extensive legal research to support to provide accurate advice to clients.
- Researched and interpreted laws, rulings and regulations to advise clients on business and legal transactions.
- Conducted legal research and conferred with colleagues with subject matter expertise to develop strategies and arguments in preparation for adjudication reports as well as internal advice.
- Communicated with clients and collected information to research cases and prepare the above.
- Evaluated potential risks associated with new business ventures or transactions, providing guidance on mitigating factors.
Solicitor
Inland Revenue Department
04.2015 - 10.2020
- Built strong relationships with clients, offering tailored advice and guidance throughout legal proceedings.
- Participated in continuing legal education programs to stay current on industry trends and maintain expertise in specialized practice areas.
- Managed a diverse caseload, resulting in successful legal representation for various Insolvency matters.
- Achieved favorable outcomes f by effectively managing litigation cases and also providing comprehensive legal advice.
- Developed persuasive arguments for court hearings, resulting in favorable judgments for the majority of cases handled.
- Negotiated advantageous settlements on behalf of clients, minimizing risk and exposure during litigation processes.
Technical Advisor
Inland Revenue Department
09.2003 - 04.2014
- Served as primary point of contact for triaging technical issues.
- Enforced use of prescribed technical procedures, designing monitoring protocols to confirm compliance with guidelines.
- Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams, ensuring optimal integration of new technologies and systems.
- Mentored junior team members, fostering professional development opportunities aimed at enhancing skill sets and knowledge base.
- Contributed technical oversight to assist team project fulfillment.
- Developed effective strategies for risk mitigation, proactively identifying potential problems before they escalated into costly setbacks.
- Reduced downtime and improved productivity with proactive troubleshooting and timely resolution of technical issues.
- Liaised with other departments to minimize network interruptions and possible downtimes.
Support Team Lead
Bank of New Zealand
03.1997 - 03.2000
- Reduced response times for client inquiries by optimizing team workflows and communication channels.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address systemic issues affecting overall customer experience.
- Managed workload distribution effectively, ensuring timely resolution of tickets while maintaining a balanced workload for all team members.
- Spearheaded the adoption of new technologies and tools to optimize support operations, increasing efficiency, and reducing response times.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by implementing effective support strategies and streamlining processes.
- Coached team members on best practices in customer service, leading to consistently positive customer reviews and ratings.
- Created a culture of accountability within the support team, encouraging ownership over tasks while driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Continuously raised the bar on performance standards by providing effective coaching sessions addressing individual needs based on comprehensive performance evaluations.
- Boosted team performance by setting clear expectations, providing ongoing feedback, and conducting regular evaluations.
- Resolved escalated customer issues with empathy and professionalism, maintaining high levels of client satisfaction.
- Implemented quality assurance measures to ensure consistent delivery of exceptional customer service across the team.
- Established a collaborative work environment by fostering open communication and promoting teamwork among support staff.
- Developed strong relationships with key stakeholders to align support team objectives with broader company goals, fostering a unified approach to customer service excellence.
- Responded to customer inquiries and resolved complaints to establish trust and increase satisfaction.
- Monitored system performance to identify potential issues.
Education
Master of Taxation Studies - Law
University of Auckland
Auckland, NZ09-2020
Skills
- Strong negotiation skills
- Effective communication
- Legal document preparation
- Case management expertise
- Legal research expertise
- Problem-solving capacity
- Environmental law awareness
- Commercial awareness
- Criminal law
- Tax law
- Bankruptcy law expertise
- Dispute resolution techniques
- Goal oriented
- Document preparation
- Follow-up skills
- Building rapport
- Customer education
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Relationship building
- Conflict resolution
- Public speaking
- Employment law
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Reliability
- Active listening
- Customer relationship management
- Safety practices
- Record keeping
- Time management abilities
Accomplishments
- Achieved great results on several matters through effectively writing and completing a thoroughly researched legal onion to appearing on the matter in Court.
- Supervised team of around ten staff members while working for Bank of New Zealand.
- Researched and prepared a tax avoidance matter which was labeled as a commercial transaction. This resulted in the matter being ruled for the Commissioner in the Taxation Review Authority and resulted in a successful settlement.
Certification
- Admitted as Barrister and Solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand.
- Member of the New Zealand Institute of Management.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Fijian
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Professional Working
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Software
Spreadsheets
Power point
Excel
Database
Affiliations
- Auckland Fiji Club Foundation
- NZLS
Quote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Timeline
Solicitor
Inland Revenue Department
08.2021 - 03.2025
Tax Counsel
Inland Revenue Department - Tax Counsel Office
10.2020 - 08.2021
Solicitor
Inland Revenue Department
04.2015 - 10.2020
Technical Advisor
Inland Revenue Department
09.2003 - 04.2014
Support Team Lead
Bank of New Zealand
03.1997 - 03.2000
Master of Taxation Studies - Law
University of Auckland
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