Debra Douglas

• Drafted court orders, affidavits, motions, divorce applications, and financial statements
• Prepared and filed documents and ensured compliance with applicable laws
• Maintained proactive and professional communication with clients during standard business hours (9 AM – 6 PM)

• Drafted litigation documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, settlement agreements, and affidavits

Organized and managed complex litigation files, ensuring all documentation is accurate and current

• Lead meetings with the firm’s clients a variety of cases

Proficiency in legal software (LexisNexis, Westlaw, Clio and P.C. Law)

Communicated professionally with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and court staff.

Maintained deadlines, manage calendars, and handle scheduling for attorneys.

• Analyzed case details and evidence, including police reports, medical reports, previously filed pleadings, and applicable laws

- 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 attorneys for hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials, including exhibit lists and witness coordination

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