Eshal Waris

• Enrolled advocate of the lower courts since July 2021
• Regularly proceed with cases in the lower court
• Expertise in drafting legislative documents comprising petitions, suits, notices, opinions, agreements, etc.
• In-depth knowledge of the Civil Procedure Code, Criminal Procedure Code, Tax law, Property law and Family law.
• Presented key evidence and exhibits during civil trials.
• Advised clients on legal matters such property and conveyancing, rent, leases, family laws, succession, inheritance, trusts and estates, insurance, labour etc
• Researched, wrote and filed motions, writs and briefs for each case.
• Questioned and cross-examined witnesses throughout course of trials.
• Interviewed witnesses and gathered public record research relevant to each case.
• Assisted attorneys with case organization and administrative tasks.
• Collaborated with lead attorney to recommend effective strategies for variety of civil cases.
• Met with clients to discuss upcoming depositions and arbitrations.
• Analyzed probable outcomes of cases using knowledge of legal precedents.
• Explained available courses of action and possible repercussions of cases to clients.
• Formulated trial techniques specifically pertaining to each case.
• Interpreted laws, rulings and regulations for individuals and businesses.
• Apprised clients of potential risks and costs associated with each course of action.
• Communicated with clients and collected information to research cases and prepare settlement offers.

• Coordinated with other law firms and corporate leadership to identify training and development opportunities to improve drafting of legal documents and optimize performance.
• Managed legal accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality and extreme discretion.
• Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
• Demonstrated command of current and emerging legal developments and provided practical training, communication and advice to stakeholders.
• Assessed claims filed against or on behalf of company and worked with outside counsel and management to define and implement strategy.
• Examined, researched and interpreted laws related to corporate law industry. Established and managed legal entities to support and implement development projects for emerging companies.
• Managed quality assurance program, including on-site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys.
• Adhered to social distancing protocols and wore mask or face shield at all times.
• Developed team communications and information for meetings.
• Negotiated with opposing groups or individuals to reach resolutions, avoid litigation and accomplish goals of clients.
• Analyzed and applied legal principles and performed legal research to support litigation strategy.
• Advised clients to settle cases in lieu of protracted litigation.
• Counseled staff on complex legal issues and provided guidance towards resolution.

• In 2016 I interned at Abbasi and company, advocates and solicitors from 28th July to 16th of November and then was promoted as an legal associate. The firm specialized in taxation and corporate law and i had the honor of working with Mr. Kafeel Ahmed Abbasi, Deputy Attorney General . Here I immensely developed my critical thinking skills as a taxation lawyer which was very technical.
• I had the opportunity to shadow my seniors lawyers to both the High court and district court.
• Drafted legislation documents and did research, including making several presentations on different provisions of acts pertinent to the case we were given and the rulings on of the senior courts of Pakistan on similar issues.
• Delivered expert clerical support by efficiently handling wide range of routine and special requirements.
• Sorted and organized materials such as physical files, tracking spreadsheets and reports and case dates.
• Organized company files and created support system to decrease workload and increase productivity of fellow law clerics.
• Managed caseload of several clients, including individuals, couples and family and tax division cases.
• Enhanced collaboration between team members by preparing meeting materials and taking clear notes to distribute to senior lawyers.
• Administered audits to verify data involving assets, income and liabilities.
• Attended hearings as representative of corporate entities and firm clients.

• Learnt to review case files and took part in client meetings, assisting several lawyers and was mainly responsible for legal research.
• During the tenure of my internship at this firm i acquainted myself with Civil procedure code, the contract act and the sindh chief court rules.
• I sat through multiple Skype meetings of the firm with its foreign clients and was a part of an out of court settlement.
• Word-processed documents by editing, proofreading and scanning legal documents daily.
• Participated in cross-functional team-building activities.
• Built rapport with clients to facilitate trusting relationship and provide setting conducive to growth.
• Collaborated in professional team to solve legal issues, leading to successful case.
• Upheld office schedule and calendar to coordinate workflow and meetings.
• Conducted research for upcoming cases for firm's several attorneys.
• Reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors.
• Took part in meetings both internal and at clients' locations.
• Gained valuable insight into regulations and policies associated with corporate and litigation law.

I went to Turkey, to teach children, though AIESEC. a United Nations Economic and Social development body. It was a NGO. I spent three months teaching underprivileged

Turkish children, as i am very fond of working with NGOs to contribute to the global community. Before this, i have only worked in my own home country, Pakistan. This

experience helped me a lot in building my interactive skills and was a platform for me to

meet and learn from people from all over the world who came as interns, like myself.

• Developed campaigns to increase public awareness of company and engage customers.
• Built media kits in support of specific strategic initiatives.
• Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
• Searched at library and in scholarly databases to locate necessary information for research projects.
• Communicated effectively with management and instructors and openly accepted critiques and suggestions for areas of improvement.
• Delivered expert clerical support by efficiently handling wide range of routine and special requirements.
• Enhanced collaboration between team members by preparing meeting materials and taking clear notes to distribute to stakeholders.
• Planned, prepared and participated in weekly meetings and events.
• Performed administrative duties, including [Task].
• Followed all policies, regulations, dress codes and schedules.
• Assessed cognitive abilities and physical and emotional needs of clients to determine appropriate interventions.
• Visited individuals in homes and attended group meetings to provide information on agency services, requirements and procedures.
• Designed assessment plan for students with specific needs to streamline IEP or behavioral plan processes.
• Interviewed individuals and families to assess needs and provide informational resources.
• Organized activities for birth parents and in-home support counselors.
• Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
• Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care.
• Facilitated students' discussions of classroom topics, helping each explore concepts and expand horizons.
• Collaborated with colleagues to design learning outcomes and thoughtfully address individual student needs.
• Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
• Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
• Maintained classroom for students by restocking supplies, cleaning up spills and organizing stations.
• Helped cultivate learning-focused and welcoming atmosphere for students of all cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Reviewed students' classroom assignments, homework and tests to evaluate knowledge of subject material and assign grades.
• Observed classes to identify opportunities to back up teacher or help students.
• Developed activities to help students delve into lessons and obtain hands-on experience.
• Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities.

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• Part of Nixor Hospital which is an entity that works under Nixor College which caters the needs of underprivileged people and provide them with healthcare.
• Member of an all year pharmacy and in the summer which operated a free of cost summer clinic for people
• Worked with professional doctors and treated over 500 patients.
• Member of a blood drive, where we donated blood to several hospitals in Pakistan.
• Hosted camps in several underdeveloped rural areas in Karachi.
• Part of a carnival to raise money for our cause and all the proceeds went to charity and the Nixor hospital clinic.
• Other than this, I was also an integral member of the Nixor Debate team and attended and won numerous regional debate competitions
• I have also taken part with another organization called Humara Ghar, of my college which built schools for for the underprivileged children.
• Was the team leader in the annual Raft Regatta sports event in my college, where I undertook the responsibly of my team which comprised of 30 people.