Demi Dunn
Hamilton,WKO
Summary
Dynamic legal professional with extensive experience at Public Defence Service and Crown Prosecutors, excelling in legal document preparation and client relationship management. Proven ability to maintain confidentiality while efficiently managing case files and deadlines. Exceptional communication skills enhance collaboration with clients and legal teams, ensuring seamless case progression and support.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Legal Secretary
Public Defence Service
Hamilton Central , Hamilton
06.2024 - Current
- Maintained organized files and records for case management.
- Corresponded with clients both in custody and on bail to ensure they were kept informed and assured.
- Prepared legal documents and correspondence for lawyers, court proceedings, police, and clients.
- Managed schedules and appointments for legal staff efficiently.
- Communicated with clients to relay information and updates.
- Prepared correspondence, memos, reports and other legal documents using Microsoft Word.
- Proofread documents and submitted them to lawyers for review.
- Processed and distributed invoices.
- Maintained client files (electronically and physically).
Early Childhood Teacher
Waikato Kindergarten Association
Hamilton Central , Hamilton
05.2019 - 05.2024
- Enhance the use of Te Reo Maori and the knowledge/implications of Te Tiriti o Waitangi into the tamariki I worked with.
- Designed engaging lesson plans for diverse early childhood learners.
- Facilitated play-based learning activities to promote social skills development.
- Collaborated with parents to support tamariki's learning and development goals.
- Assessed tamariki's progress through observations and developmental checklists.
- Maintained accurate records of tamariki's progress in all areas of development.
- Enforced health and safety standards throughout the facility according to licensing regulations.
- Attended workshops designed to increase knowledge of early childhood education practices.
- Established a safe, healthy and nurturing environment for the tamariki in my care.
- Collaborated with whanau to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication.
- Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age tamariki.
Legal Secretary
Crown Prosecutors
Hamilton Central , Hamilton
01.2016 - 07.2018
- Organised legal documents and files for high-level court proceedings.
- Assisted solicitors with case preparation and court filings.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive client information at all times.
- Drafted legal correspondence and memoranda for the solicitor's review.
- Assisted in trial preparation activities, such as organizing exhibits, preparing witness binders, and assembling jury instructions.
- Created spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel for record-keeping and reporting.
- Handled confidential information with discretion and integrity.
Education
University Entrance, NCEA Level 3, NCEA Level 2, NCEA Level 1 -
Waikato Diocesan School For Girls
Hamilton12-2015
Mercury Bay Area School
Whitianga, NZ12-2012
Skills
- Legal document preparation
- Case management systems
- Confidential information handling
- Microsoft Word proficiency
- Exceptional communication skills
- Deadline tracking
- Criminal law expertise
- Client relationship management
Affiliations
- Engaging in my children's sports teams as a manager and coach. I am able to develop strong relationships with whanau and the tamariki who play a role in my tamariki's lives.
- I enjoy being active with my children and dog on the weekends.
Certification
- Dale Carnegie course. I completed this four week course which enabled me to gain a diverse range of skills that I am able to apply in both my home and work life. A certificate of completetion can be provided upon request.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Legal Secretary
Public Defence Service
06.2024 - Current
Early Childhood Teacher
Waikato Kindergarten Association
05.2019 - 05.2024
Legal Secretary
Crown Prosecutors
01.2016 - 07.2018
University Entrance, NCEA Level 3, NCEA Level 2, NCEA Level 1 -
Waikato Diocesan School For Girls
Mercury Bay Area School