Kainat Ashraf

Senior Attorney

Khan Law Firm • Freelance

Feb 2020 - Dec 2024 • 4 yrs 10 mos

As a Legal Assistant at Khan Law Firm, I supported a team of attorneys in various legal matters by providing essential administrative and legal research support. My responsibilities included assisting with case preparation, maintaining client records, drafting legal documents, and managing correspondence between clients and the court. I contributed to case management and ensured the firm’s operations ran smoothly and efficiently. Key Responsibilities: Document Drafting & Review: Prepared legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests, contracts, and client correspondence. Legal Research: Conducted legal research on case law, statutes, and regulations relevant to ongoing cases. Summarized findings and presented them to attorneys for strategic planning. Case Management: Organized and maintained case files, ensuring that all documents were up-to-date and properly filed. Managed deadlines and tracked important case events. Client Interaction: Communicated with clients to gather information, schedule meetings, and update them on the status of their cases. Court Filings: Assisted with filing legal documents with various courts, ensuring compliance with all applicable rules and deadlines. Administrative Support: Managed attorneys’ calendars, coordinated meetings, and handled phone calls and emails, ensuring efficient communication across the firm. Confidentiality: Maintained confidentiality of all client and case-related information in line with ethical and legal standards. Skills and Qualifications: Strong knowledge of legal terminology and procedures. Proficient in legal research and using legal databases (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis). Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite and legal management software. Excellent organizational, communication, and writing skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.