Debra Douglas

• Drafted court orders, affidavits, motions, divorce applications, prenuptial agreements
• Prepared and filed documents and ensured compliance with applicable laws
• Communicated with clients, court clerks, and other legal professionals to facilitate case progress.
Managed case files, tracked deadlines, and maintained organized records
Conducted legal research in family law

Drafted legal documents including leases, eviction notices, pleadings

Conducted legal research in personal injury matters, landlord-tenant disputes and other relevant areas of law

Assisted in drafting correspondence and responding to client inquiries.
Stayed updated on relevant legal procedures and requirements in multiple jurisdictions
Proficiency in LexisNexis, Westlaw, and Microsoft Office

• Assisted attorneys in drafting and reviewing legal documents including leases, eviction notices, contracts, pleadings, and affidavits
• Reviewed and summarized medical and other records and prepare summaries of relevant information.
Communicated with clients, court clerks, and other legal professionals to facilitate case progress

- Organized high-profile speakers, including cabinet ministers, for town hall meetings

- Drafted policy proposals to address key community issues

- Coordinated "Pint and Politics" a networking event to engage constituents and foster dialogue with the member of parliament

- Served as liaison between the Forum and law students nationwide, fostering communication and collaboration

- Advised the Standing Committee of the Canadian Parliament on pay equity legislation

- Published articles on the Canadian Bar Association website addressing topical issues affecting women

Interviewed witnesses and prepared detailed witness statements. Assisted in obtaining client instructions to support settlement negotiations. Prepared exhibits, evidence, and production books for trial.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and case management software
Reviewed contracts to ensure timely renewal processes were followed
Drafted various legal correspondence including undertakings and letters of consent.
Maintained efficient digital and physical legal filing systems

Assisted Canadian and European companies in obtaining local government approval for establishing businesses in the Caribbean. Drafted comprehensive risk management reports and analyzed legislation and regulatory enactments impacting company practices. Attended meetings with clients and senior government officials.

Activities and societies: McGill Debating Club McGill Political Science Student Association

Graduated with honours

Activities and societies: Student Government Liaison Officer

Graduated with honours