Rishard Mohammed Email & Phone Number

Toronto, On, Ca

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Currently practicing under In-House Counsel Charles' Supervision on matters Family law, Civil and Commercial litigation including personal injury law, Immigration law, Criminal Defence, Corporate Law, Wills and Estate, Prenuptial and Separation Agreements, Real Estate Law and providing Legal Advice.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Mombasa, Kenya

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

-Not only am I dealing with employment law and procurement dispute matters concerning Neptune Security Services, I also dealt with all the legal matters concerning Neptune's subsidiary companies such as Land MAX Realty Inc realtors and Citiland Express Inc - Private Mortgages Services-Communicating with clients to learn about their legal needs and concerns and providing them with legal advice.-Thoughtful analysis of available legal options to the Board of Directors, plus their clients and possible outcomes and risks-Developing strategies to resolve cases favorably and cost-effectively for clients using ethical solutions to legal matters.-Forging ongoing business relationships with existing and new clients within the Corporation.-Developing arguments and representing clients in civil legal proceedings under supervision.-Preparing legal court documents, such as statement of claims, application and motion records, response to an Application under s.34 of the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario, Affidavit of Documents, Discovery Plans, respective back pages, mediation briefs and settlement proposals.-Handling of all aspects of the litigation file carriage and manage a variety of other file management tasks and work.-Staying informed about current legislation relevant to the Law Office of Charles Ocran- the Inhouse counsel’s area of practice.-Ability to work both independently and within a team-oriented environment;Ability to take initiative as required;Proficiency in docketing and legal accounting;Ability to work independently.Adaptability and attention to detail / accurate proof reading skills.Strong critical thinking, interpersonal, public speaking skills.Ability to negotiate, research, and communicate verbally and in writing effectively.Preparing legal correspondence such as: Notices of Action, Statements of Claim, Statements of Defence, Notices of Application, Affidavits, Motion Records, Pleadings, Factums, and Mediation Briefs.Excellent written skills

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

1St Floor, Room C4, Mwalimu House, Mombasa Road, Nairobi, Kenya

Dealing with matters outside the Canadian jurisdiction in industries such as Real estate and Immigration for now.

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

Crown Law Office, Criminal Division 720 Bay Street

• Interpreting and applying relevant statutes, rules and regulations to prepare screening and disclosure materials and answer telephone and counter inquiries• Applying knowledge of legal terminology and producing factum and other legal documents• Utilizing my excellent organization and planning skills to meet strict deadlines while working under pressure with minimal supervision• Utilizing my excellent written communication skills in order to use appropriate legal terminology in preparing legal documents (i.e. Initial Letters to Crown, letters of acknowledgement, covering letters, Legal Memos on Filing Appeal Books and creating reports)• Applying eloquent oral communication skills to promote good public relations with all levels of government, including internal Branch staff and court administration officials• Demonstrating judgment and discretion to deal tactfully and effectively with Ministry staff, Crown Counsel, legal professionals and the general public• Proficiently utilizing the word processing software (i.e. Word, Windows, Outlook Excel, E-mail) to prepare correspondence and a variety of legal documents• Updating relevant correspondence and documentations in the Inmates software application• Officially representing the Office of the Chief Justice in any organised Ministry’s Symposiums that I get to be invited to participate

1000 Finch Ave West, 61 Queens St, 391 University Ave, 362 University Ave, Etc

•Assisting the witnesses, Defence Counsels, Crowns, Judges, Court staff and the public before, during and after the court proceedings at 2201 Finch Ave, 1911 Eglinton Ave, 60 Queens St, 1000 Finch Ave west and 444 Yonge street Court houses•completing pre-court, in-court, and post-court work, including preparing the courtroom, recording endorsements and exhibits, and ensuring that courtroom protocol are followed at all times• Performing legal clerical work with a high degree of accuracy and speed. For example noting add on information's on the docket while simultaneously annotating court proceeding. • Processing documentation filed in court (example: copies of exhibits, case law) •Preparing and maintaining courtroom for proceedings.• Responding to inquiries and providing instruction to clients via telephone, in person or via correspondence (example: email) relating to the recording of proceedings •Completing admin work such as filing court document to appropriate court rooms. i.e. guaranteeing civil matters were transferred to Superior court and criminal/ family matters to Ontario Court of Justice •Preparing and typing Superior court and Ontario court judges’ orders and endorsements, ensuring they were perfectly typed and completely verbatim. Also in charge of ensuring the correct parties were delivered these orders and or endorsements.•Certifications completed so far under the Ontario public Service Include : a) IASR Module 1: Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation (IASR) in the OPS b) IASR Module 2: IASR information and Communications Standards (e-Learning) c) IASR Module 3: IASR Employment Standards (e-learning) d) SafeSmart for Employees (e-learning ) e) Working Together - OHRC and the AODA (Video) f) Respectful Workplace Policy and the WDHP Program: Digital Awareness Module g) Respectful Workplace Policy and WDHP Program: Digital Awareness Module h) ADO- OPS- Access Forward

700 Bay St, Toronto

The LDC provides a forum for members to discuss learning, development and training requirements, and to make recommendations to RMT on the future direction of training initiatives in the region and the COA. The committee focuses on larger operational training initiatives for the region and not an individual or personal learning, development and training. The scope of the committee includes, but will not be limited to, the following:• Develop a regional plan on training initiatives and learning opportunities in the region and COA for approval by RMT• Support and oversee the implementation of the regional training plan• Review and respond to feedback to support the continuous training and development initiatives in the region and COA• Act as a forum to analyze, review and implement the division’s learning and development initiatives for the region and COA• Keep staff at court locations appraised of all opportunities and initiatives implemented by the LDC

120 Matheson Blvd E., Mississauga On

• Drafting real estate transaction for closing documents, Teraview documents and mortgage financing documents while organizing and tracking active and closed files• Preparing more than 10 sales, mortgage and purchase reports per day while communicating with adjusters, clients and sending out Settlement Proposals • Conducting 30 minute free consultation client intake sessions with in regards to real estate (purchase, sale and mortgage transactions) and criminal and civil law by handling both summary and indictable offences trail process and appeals by obtaining relevant information needed to start a claim such as clients signed authorizations especially in request to Access personal claims, OHIP number, and the claims History Information)• Preparing, revising and drafting legal documents as instructed by the lawyer such as Plaintiff’s Statement of Claims, Statement of Account, Invitation Letters, Minute books, Legal Memos, Notice to Act in Person, Condominium Purchase or sale Retainer Agreements, Residential Purchase or sale Retainer Agreements, Commercial Property Purchase or sale Retainer agreements, Notice of Applications, Application Records, Factums, Book of Authorities, Demand letters, Confirmation of Application, Adjournment letters, Retainers, Statutory Declarations etc• Maintaining and updating due date lists, calendars, personal reminders of deadlines, to do lists, and pleadings using the Wunderlist, Google Calendar, Microsoft Office and Amicus Attorney• Managing and updating the law firm's social media marketing platforms such as the firm’s website, Facebook & Instagram• Attending court to file trial documents and Notices of Appeal• Performing other administrative duties such as creating physical and computer files, scanning, photocopying, printing, answering incoming calls, faxing, arranging board rooms, filing, updating computer records , email correspondence, setting up the boardroom, banking payouts cheques and certifying deposit slips etc

Toronto, Canada Area

• Responsible for assisting in the management of the Real estate department which included installing, and training a legal assistant on various tabs of the do process conveyancer software program • Assisted the marketing manager of the law firm by discussing modern marketing ideas to attract more clients for both the real estate and personal injury departments in the accordance with the recent changes to the Professional Codes of Conduct• Conducted legal research on the relevant provisions that exempt Lawyers and other professionals dealing, trading and administering mortgages• Attended the Conveyancer advanced and masters webinar sessions at the expense of the Law firm.• Coordinated with lawyers in regards to title search on Teranet plus the various generated correspondence • Prepared, revised and drafted legal documents as instructed by the lawyers such as Plaintiff’s Statement of Claims, Statement of Account, Legal Memos, Notice to Act in Person, Condominium Purchase or sale Retainer Agreements, Residential Purchase or sale Retainer Agreements, Commercial Property Purchase or sale Retainer agreements, Notice of Applications, Application Records, Factums, Book of Authorities, Confirmation of Application• Maintained and updated due date lists, calendars and personal reminders of deadlines, to-do lists, and pleadings using the Wunderlist, Google Calendar, Microsoft Office and Amicus Attorney• Performed other administrative duties

164 Eglinton Avenue East

• Conducted computerized generated legal researched relating to different areas of Family Law, Citizenship, Immigration Real Estate and Criminal law by utilizing Canlii, West law and Lexis Nexis which Streamlined and expedited the research process thus avoided costly mistakes by validating my work while reduced wasted time looking for pertinent content• Acquired proficiency in the use of Tera view, Conveyancer and divorce mate software systems in conducting Real Estate transactions and family law related research.• Prepared, revised and edited of correspondence and legal documents including probate applications, Wills, Powers of Attorney on health and property, Trusts, passing of accounts, other court forms and reporting documentation.• Entered client information into proprietary database, paying attention to details to ensure accuracy• Prepared, drafted, accredited and reviewed relevant legal documents such as reference letters, support letters, instruction letters, and similar legal documents• Created and managed the firm’s social media platforms ensuring easy access and user friendliness• Coordinated meetings, scheduled rooms, arranged catering and audio-visual equipment as necessary• Prepared immigration forms for the full range of Philippines Temporary and Permanent matters

Business Development And Community Services Department

• Provided a detailed weekly and monthly priority lists, reports, and updates to the team and to the Supervisor.• Conducted data analysis to identify errors and clean data to ensure data credibility and reliability.• Implemented an efficient system by utilizing Quick Wizard which assisted in conducting the data analysis consequently making the complex tasks less tedious.• Worked collaboratively and motivated team members to manage clients issues and organise events which always turned out to be a success.• Analysed past work volume and staffing patterns to provide accurate forecasts and ensure service goals are met• Performed extensive research on the top 100 GTA employers through the internet and identified invitees for the job fair by examining past participants

Scarborough Centre For Employment Accessibility

• Responded to inquiries requiring knowledge of licensing and permits in line with the Self Employment Development Program• Assessed and updated the Ontario Works Funding/Invoices Info• Managed all aspects of the Entry to Food Processing Program including reviewed applications with respect to eligibility and conducting outbound calls to potential employers• Assisted clients updating and managing their resumes for future employment within the city• Researched and reviewed the newly published “Advanced Marketing skills For Job Developers” manual with assistance of Community Supervisor• Implemented an efficient system by utilizing Quick Wizard which assisted in conducting the data analysis consequently making the complex tasks less tedious

Headquarters, Kipevu, Mombasa

• Assisted the Senior Legal Counsel in researching and handling of civil and criminal litigation, International Trade Law, Commercial law and Contract law• Conducted Legal research and opinion writing on criminal and public law practice as well as legislative analysis• Analysed procurement and administrative policies for the government entity clients• Input data and information into internal databases pertaining to rights, restrictions and other provisions contained in licence agreements, with a particular focus on bilateral contracts

Mombasa, Kenya

• Handled a busy phone system, while functioning as the primary liaison to customers and ensured a consistently positive customer experience.• Created and managed the company’s social media platforms ensuring easy access and user friendliness.• Helped drive a 10% increase in customer satisfaction (as measured by a customer survey in 2009).• Created automated daily stats report that reduced inaccuracies and provided management with an important decision-making tool.• Quickly became a trusted assistant to the company president, executive staff and office manager and earned a reputation for maintaining a positive attitude and producing high-quality work.

Internationally Trained Lawyer - Graduate Certificate, Programs For Foreign Lawyers

Bachelor Of Laws (Llb) Hons., Law, Second Class Honors.

Activities and Societies: Elected as: 1.Class Representative, 2.Faculty Representative under the Students Organization of Nairobi.