Charlotte Crystal Netto
Kuala Lumpur,Malaysia
Summary
Legal professional with 5 years of working experience in law firms. Admitted to the Malaysian Bar in February 2024. Experienced Associate with exceptional planning and prioritization abilities for responsive, accurate support in a team. Focused on achieving optimal client outcomes by managing expectations and pursuing continuous professional development.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work history
Associate
Zaid Ibrahim Suflan TH & Liew
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
03.2024 - 12.2025
- Assisted in a broad range of commercial litigation matters, including contract disputes, debt recovery, insolvency and shareholder disagreements.
- Managed over 50 files independently within the 1st year of practice.
- Independently conduct personal injury litigation in the lower courts across Malaysia, gaining hands-on experience in case management, client handling, and court advocacy.
- Drafted pleadings, submissions, legal opinions, and attend case managements, hearings, and trials.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with prompt and accurate responses.
- Actively involved in legal research, strategising claims and defences, and liaising with clients and opposing counsel.
- Handled telephonic communications, enhanced external relations.
- Presented findings at company meetings ensuring everyone was kept informed about departmental updates.
Pupil
Peters Chambers
Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted in a range of civil litigation matters, including land disputes, contentious probate, divorce, contractual claims, defamation, and shareholder disputes.
- Drafted witness statements, court documents, cause papers, and legal correspondence; ensured timely and compliant filing with courts.
- Conducted case managements, liaised with court officers, clients, and opposing counsel, and managed procedural compliance.
- Participated in trial preparation, including compilation of Bundles of Documents, Authorities, and preparation of EIC, cross-examination, and re-examination questions.
- Gained practical courtroom exposure and demonstrated a strong understanding of litigation strategy, document handling, and procedural rules.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
Paralegal
Peters Chambers
Petaling Jaya
09.2021 - 02.2023
- Conducted comprehensive legal research to support litigation strategy and strengthen case arguments.
- Prepared trial documents, including submissions and witness statements, ensuring accuracy and relevance to case issues.
- Maintained clear and professional communication with clients to provide updates and gather instructions.
- Managed the firm's e-filing system and organized litigation files to ensure efficient case management and procedural compliance.
- Assisted in trial preparation and provided in-court support during hearings, including managing documents and note-taking.
- Transcribed CRT recordings of trials and hearings to ensure accurate and complete records of proceedings.
Intern
Chee & Associates
Cheras
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Drafted clear and professional correspondence for effective client communication and updates on case progress.
- Maintained organized file management and chronology, ensuring easy retrieval and accurate case tracking.
- Prepared and filed cause papers for non-contentious estate matters, including applications for grant of probate and letters of administration.
Education
Masters Of Law - LL.M
12.2025 -
Certificate of Legal Practice -
Secured a 3rd Class passing result.
Bachelor of Laws -
09.2017 - 07.2019
Secured Second Class Upper Honours (2:1) based entirely on strong final-year academic performance.
Judicial Shadowing Programme -
Selected to represent final-year class in a judicial shadowing program, gaining first-hand exposure to tribunal proceedings, judicial reasoning, and courtroom conduct.
Skills
- Team Collaboration & Independence
- Attention to Detail
- Court advocacy
Able to work independently on assigned files and collaboratively
with seniors, solicitors, and court personnel
Ensured all materials were thoroughly reviewed, accurately
referenced, and effectively integrated into the overall litigation
strategy and courtroom presentation
Able to conduct interlocutory hearings and Trials in lower Courts
- Client Communication
- Adaptability & Willingness to Learn
Strive to deliver the best possible outcome by combining legal
expertise with a client-centric approach, while managing
expectations realistically and professionally
Adaptable and eager to take on new challenges, with a strong
commitment to continuous learning and personal growth
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
Malay
Proficient (C2)
Malayalam
Elementary
Tamil
Elementary
Accomplishments
- Selected as national titleholder representing Malaysia on a global platform.
- Organized several fundraising and advocacy initiatives in support of MMICare, an NGO dedicated to aiding underprivileged children in Malaysia.
- Conferred Miss Community Ambassador for raising the highest amount of funds in a 72-hour period, demonstrating leadership, mobilization, and community influence.
Miss Malaysian Indian Global 2025
Timeline
VERITAS UNIVERSITY - Masters Of Law, LL.M
12.2025 -
Associate - Zaid Ibrahim Suflan TH & Liew
03.2024 - 12.2025
Pupil - Peters Chambers
03.2023 - 12.2023
Paralegal - Peters Chambers
09.2021 - 02.2023
Intern - Chee & Associates
09.2020 - 12.2020
University of Essex - Bachelor of Laws,
09.2017 - 07.2019
Legal Profession Qualifying Board - Certificate of Legal Practice,
Employment Tribunal East London - Judicial Shadowing Programme,