Shenon Kumar

Trials

Acted as junior counsel for a high-profile South Auckland case that was in the news. This was a six-week trial for Attempted Murder at the Auckland High Court. Our client was charged with being Accessory After the Fact to Attempted Murder. Other barristers who appeared for the co-offenders include barrister Murray Gibson, barrister Ian Tucker, barrister Peter Kaye and others.

Acted as junior counsel for attempted sexual violation at the Auckland District Court. We had a successful outcome for our client, who had three young children.

Responsibilities

Have supported in case research by incorporating specialist knowledge to improve case understanding and outcomes. Attended client meetings to prepare brief of evidence and other court documents. Researched and analysed probable case outcomes using legal databases and knowledge of legal precedents.

Assessed evidence to help senior counsel prepare and present cases in court. Interviewed clients and witnesses to corroborate case evidence.

Appeared for opposed bail hearings, sentence indications, sentencing, and other administrative appearances. Conducted background research and preparatory work to present client cases in Court.

Katie Hogan specialises in Proceeds of Crime. Assisted in disclosure review, research, and letters of advice to clients. Under the Criminal Proceeds Act, the Commissioner has the power to compulsorily examine the client. Have attended and supported clients during these compulsory examinations at the North Shore Police Station. These examinations can take hours.

My eleven years of client experience allows me to successfully and confidently conduct one-on-one meetings with clients. I have also visited prisons and court cells to communicate with and assist defendants. I have met clients at the office to prepare brief of evidence, affidavits, and other court documents.

Interpreting the law, rulings, and regulations for clients in a logical and understandable manner is essential. My multilingual skills and excellent communication skills will help deliver exceptional service to the client in a manner that best suits them.

Through continuous self-development, I have stayed current on the law, processes, and procedures to offer relevant assistance. I have also improved efficiency and productivity by acquiring new skills by taking on new courses.

• Excellent communication skills and problem-solving skills
• Upgraded skills and knowledge through regular training
• Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
• Experienced at training staff.
• Managed a high volume of incoming calls from a multi-line telephone system and documented messages.
• Completed duties to deliver on targets with accuracy and efficiency.
• Met Key Performance Indicators to drive better performance.
• Increased revenue by upselling and recommending products.
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
• Effective at time management, was studying for a Bachelor of Law while working 24-30 hours.