Brandon Ragoonanan Email & Phone Number

Port Of Spain, Port Of Spain Corporation, Tt

Port Of Spain, Trinidad And Tobago

As a Senior Protection Assistant at UNHCR, I apply International and Domestic Law alongside UN/UNHCR policies to various matters of concern. My responsibilities include drafting reports, routine correspondence, updating databases, etc. I provide functional support for protection-related programs in collaboration with implementation and operational partners. Additionally, I assist in implementing participatory approaches, conducting interviews, monitoring, reporting, and submitting assessments. I also select Persons of Concern for preliminary interviews to gather information for the protection determination process and support assessments on durable solutions such as voluntary repatriation, local integration, and resettlement.

Port Of Spain, Trinidad And Tobago

Trinidad And Tobago

I accompanied senior attorneys to client meetings, as well as Court hearings in the High Court, Court of Appeal, and Industrial Court. My responsibilities included assisting with legal research, drafting Legal Opinions, and preparing various documents such as submissions, applications, and letters for clients. Additionally, I drafted documents like Opinions on Liability and Opinions on Quantum for clients.

As a teacher of CAPE Law Unit 1 and Unit 2, I simplify complex legal concepts for Sixth Form students and help them improve their legal writing and analytical skills. I also grade internal assessments to assess the students' research and analytical abilities.

Trinidad And Tobago

As a financial advisor, I conduct financial assessments for clients, develop financial plans based on their goals and financial status, and provide advice on investment opportunities. I assist clients with retirement planning, create budgets, and manage debt while offering guidance on tax planning and tax-efficient strategies. Additionally, I monitor clients' financial accounts, provide regular updates, and recommend insurance products to protect their financial wellbeing. My role also includes advising on estate planning and wealth transfer, staying updated on financial markets and trends, and building and maintaining client relationships. I educate clients on financial literacy and money management skills, assist in buying and selling financial instruments, evaluate clients' risk tolerance, recommend appropriate investment strategies, and collaborate with other professionals, such as accountants and lawyers, for comprehensive financial planning. Furthermore, I regularly attended monthly training sessions to stay current with industry developments, trained other staff members, assisted the company in project planning and implementation, and contributed to designing new financial products.

Trinidad And Tobago

• Public Defender's DepartmentI attended trials at the Magistrates' Court and trials and case management conferences in the High Court and Court of Appeal, provided assistance to senior attorneys by drafting file summaries, bail applications, sentencing submissions, and legal opinions. I also accompanied senior attorneys to prison visits, submitted legal opinions, conducted legal research, and received training in oral and written advocacy, prison visit procedure, and police station visit procedure.• Civil Advisory DepartmentI assisted senior attorneys with legal aid assessments, drafted various legal documents, and participated in trial preparation at the High Court. I also assisted in interviewing walk-in clients and provided legal advice on issues related to family matters, land disputes, probate, negligence, defamation, and breach of contract.

Trinidad And Tobago

I reported frequent briefs to superiors, maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, organised in-store stocks and inventory, delivered excellent customer service, and managed daily financial transactions. I displayed skills in multitasking and handling various responsibilities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and efficiency.

Legal Education Certificate, Law

Activities and Societies: • First place winner in the annual M. Hamel-Smith Appellate Mooting Competition. • First place winner.

Bachelor Of Laws, Law, Honours

Activities and Societies: Deputy Trustee, Law Society