Sample Resume 1 Daniel Evans 53, Darling Crescent Pymble NSW 2073 02 9678 5355 0418 919 088 daniel.evans@students.mq.edu.au CAREER OBJECTIVE Obtaining a responsible position in legal firms where I can build on my previous experience and contribute to company growth. EDUCATION Tertiary: Bachelor of Arts/ Bachelor of Law Macquarie University (Distinction Average) • Best Writer Award for University student publication “Grapeshot” 2012 • Member of Macquarie University Law Student Society (MULS) Secondary: James Ruse Agricultural High School (UAI: 98.55) • Topped State in Extension English • Outstanding Academic Performance in 2009 • Outstanding Academic Performance in 2009 2006-Current 2005-2009 EMPLOYMENT HISTORY Legal Assistant 2011 - current KAL Avens & Co Solicitors Duties: • Researching and analysing law sources to prepare drafts of briefs or arguments for review, approval, and used by solicitors. • Reviewing and filing pleadings, petitions and other documents relevant to court actions. • Delivering or directing delivery of subpoenas to witnesses and parties to action. Achievement: Commended by senior partners on attention to detail and turnaround time. Improved 30% on previous incumbent. Research Assistant Feb 2011 – June 2011 Barrister Jeremy Davis - Collen Chambers Duties: • Conducted legal research methods and made general legal reference materials to be used. • Drafted relevant and requisite case briefs. • Mentored younger staff in the legal field. • Assisted lawyers by interviewing clients, witnesses and other related parties, assembling documentary evidence, preparing trial briefs, and arranging for trials. INTERESTS Continued to participate in debates organized by the Macquarie University Law Society. REFEREES Name: Mr. Jeremy Davis Position: Barrister at Collen Chambers Contact Details: Phone: (02) 8546 5948 E-mail: j.davis@cc.com Name: Professor. Aaron Manuel Position: Head of Law Department, Macquarie University Contact Details: Phone: (02) 9687 4512 E-mail: a.manuel@mq.edu.au Clerkship Guide 2013 13