Johanna Park
Hamilton,WKO
Summary
Legally trained professional with extensive experience in client relations, problem-solving, and team collaboration. Demonstrates strong organisational, analytical, and communication skills developed through managing legal work, governance roles and household responsibilities. Aiming to leverage legal expertise as a Legal Support Coordinator to enhance team success and organisational efficiency.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Chairperson
Woodstock School BOT
, Hamilton
09.2016 - Current
- Three Board terms, the last two as Chairperson.
- Organized and chaired board meetings to ensure all agenda items were discussed in a timely manner.
- Gathered information from various sources, including staff members, stakeholders, and other organizations, to inform board decision-making processes.
- Facilitated discussions between board members on issues of importance and relevance.
- Provided leadership guidance to ensure that strategic objectives were met in a timely fashion.
- Conducted regular reviews of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and laws.
- Recruitment of teaching staff and new leadership team.
- Presided over disciplinary proceedings involving board members or employees when necessary.
- Acted as a representative for the organization at public events or fundraisers.
- Thoughtfully contributed to committee plans and strategic decision making.
Parent
Park Whanau
, Hamilton
11.2007 - Current
- Being everything to everyone, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
Senior Solicitor
Tompkins Wake
Hamilton
05.2005 - 05.2007
- Advised clients in relation to property transactions, trust and estate planning, and other personal property matters.
- Drafted, negotiated and reviewed contracts, agreements and other documents related to commercial transactions.
- Conducted research into applicable laws and regulations to ensure compliance with all relevant statutes.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of changes in legislation that could affect client's rights or obligations.
- Collaborated with colleagues from other departments within the firm to coordinate efforts towards achieving successful outcomes for clients.
Solicitor
Steindle Williams
Ponsonby, Auckland
03.2003 - 05.2005
- Commercial property advice to commercial development clients, including managing three large apartment developments in central Auckland, from land acquisition, to financing, sales agreements, Body Corporate establishment and settlements.
- Wealth and estate planning advice
- Drafted contracts, trust documentation, wills and other legal documents.
Education
LLB/BA -
Victoria University of Wellington
Wellington, NZ01-1996
University A Bursary -
Waikato Diocesan School
Hamilton01-1991
Skills
- Legal research and writing
- Analytical thinking
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Professionalism
- Strategic planning
- Creative and critical thinking
Affiliations
- Fitness and adventure racing
- Family and kids sports
- Travel
- Reading and music
- Pottery
Timeline
Chairperson
Woodstock School BOT
09.2016 - Current
Parent
Park Whanau
11.2007 - Current
Senior Solicitor
Tompkins Wake
05.2005 - 05.2007
Solicitor
Steindle Williams
03.2003 - 05.2005
LLB/BA -
Victoria University of Wellington
University A Bursary -
Waikato Diocesan School
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