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Daniel Crawford

Daniel Crawford

Auckland

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer Firefighter

Fire Emergency New Zealand
04.2022 - Current

I take action in emergency situations alongside my work and study.

  • Respond to a broad spectrum of emergency call-outs, including administering CPR, executing search-and-rescue operations in severe weather, and fighting both structural and rural vegetation fires.
  • Coordinate fire attack with aerial firefighting units while serving as ground crew to ensure safe and efficient incident management.
  • Perform traffic management and conduct medical assessments following vehicle collisions, prioritizing public safety and effective triage.
  • Foster effective communication and teamwork by collaborating with fellow firefighters during emergencies and participating in regular training drills.
  • Educate the public—and court-ordered participants—on safer driving practices to reduce risk and prevent repeat offenses.

Law Clerk

Smith and Partners Lawyers
03.2021 - Current

I have progressed from part-time deed scanning to graduate-level solicitor responsibilities.

  • Draft and review commercial contracts, agreements, and resolutions—both from scratch and using established precedents.
  • Prepare legal research memoranda on niche issues to guide litigation and commercial teams.
  • Supported legal team by conducting research, drafting briefs, gathering information and interpreting legal documents.
  • Writing initial letters of advice by consolidating the research of solicitors and myself.
  • Communicate directly with clients via email, ensuring prompt and thorough responses.
  • Manage reception inquiries by answering client questions and delegating to the appropriate staff.
  • Developed a reputation for professionalism and reliability, frequently entrusted with sensitive information and high-stakes assignments.

Retail Worker

Bunnings Warehouse
10.2020 - Current

Tools expert trained team member:

  • Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options after questioning the customer to establish their needs.
  • Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
  • Maintained a clean and organized sales floor, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.

Rotarian

Rotary District 9910
05.2021 - 05.2023

Volunteered as the youngest Rotarian in New Zealand performing constant charity works alongside professionals:

  • Elected public image chair for Rotary Waitākere, managed the social media and videography of the club (2021).
  • Elected treasurer for Rotary Waitākere, drafted and submitted annual financial statements with accountant approval. Managed a significant portfolio for the Incorporated Society account (2022-2023).

Education

LLB/BCom(Accounting) -

University of Auckland
Auckland, NZ
11-2025

NCEA Level Three - Excellence Endorsed -

Massey High School
12-2020

Skills

  • Legal research
  • Organization
  • Legal documentation
  • Ethics and professionalism

Interests

Outdoor:

  • Tramping
  • Fishing
  • Gym

Indoor:

  • Leisure reading
  • Dungeons and Dragons

Timeline

Volunteer Firefighter

Fire Emergency New Zealand
04.2022 - Current

Rotarian

Rotary District 9910
05.2021 - 05.2023

Law Clerk

Smith and Partners Lawyers
03.2021 - Current

Retail Worker

Bunnings Warehouse
10.2020 - Current

LLB/BCom(Accounting) -

University of Auckland

NCEA Level Three - Excellence Endorsed -

Massey High School
Daniel Crawford