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PHUNG ZHU YEN, GRACE

PHUNG ZHU YEN, GRACE

Salary Partner
Petaling Jaya

Summary

To develop my career in a reputable organization with integrity and with an opportunity for personal and professional development. To apply what I learned in academic and experience in life. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Effective law professional with proven track record of successfully representing clients in court, developing legal strategies and drafting and negotiating contracts. Well-versed in principles of family law, civil litigation and criminal law. Works independently and collaboratively as part of team.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages

Work History

Legal Associate

Messrs Michael Choo & Partners
06.2022 - Current
  • Increased client satisfaction by providing timely and accurate legal research on various topics.
  • Improved client communication by developing clear and concise status reports on ongoing legal matters.
  • Drafted and finalized contracts and other legal documents for clients.
  • Developed compliance best practices for company.
  • Communicated with clients and collected information to research cases and prepare settlement offers.
  • Prepared and filed pleadings, motions and other legal documents in court proceedings.
  • Reviewed and analyzed pertinent state and federal laws and legal precedents.
  • Advised clients on regulatory requirements related to their businesses, helping them avoid potential liabilities.
  • Analyzed legal documents and identified pertinent issues for clients.
  • Explained available courses of action and possible repercussions of cases to clients.
  • Researched, wrote and filed motions, writs and briefs for each case.
  • Represented clients in court hearings and in negotiations with other parties.
  • Negotiated favorable settlements in various disputes, saving clients from costly litigation expenses.
  • Assisted senior attorneys in preparing for trial, contributing to successful outcomes in numerous cases.
  • Negotiated settlements with opposing counsel.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

Legal Associate

Messrs Colin Victor & Co.
01.2020 - Current
  • Vast exposure in all civil litigation matters mainly construction
  • Attended all case management and hearings including arbitration
  • Liaised and corresponded with clients, opposing solicitors and court officers on all civil matters
  • Assisted Senior Associate and Counsel with Trial and Appeal Matters [Reported Case: Garden Bay Sdn Bhd v Sime Darby Property Bhd [2021] 2 MLJ 218]
  • Prepared and drafted all legal cause papers and written submissions
  • Drafted Tenancy Agreements and Will
  • Peruse and vet through legal correspondence, contracts and agreements
  • Legal research
  • Attended land enquires
  • Filing of all cause papers.

Paralegal

Messrs Colin Victor & Co.
11.2019 - 12.2019
  • Vast exposure in all civil litigation matters mainly construction
  • Attended all case management and hearings including arbitration
  • Liaised and corresponded with clients, opposing solicitors and court officers on all civil matters
  • Assisted Senior Associate and Counsel with Trial and Appeal Matters [Reported Case: Garden Bay Sdn Bhd v Sime Darby Property Bhd [2021] 2 MLJ 218]
  • Prepared and drafted all legal cause papers and written submissions
  • Drafted Tenancy Agreements and Will
  • Peruse and vet through legal correspondence, contracts and agreements
  • Legal research
  • Attended land enquires
  • Filing of all cause papers.

Pupil in Chamber

Messrs Azhar & Wong
07.2018 - 04.2019
  • Vast exposure in legal proceedings such as garnishee and bankruptcy
  • Attended case management/hearing for non-contentious matters and public auctions
  • Assisted senior legal associates with post-auction matters, garnishee, bankruptcy and public auctions
  • Assisted legal associates with general litigation matters
  • Prepared and drafted cause papers such as affidavits, writ and statement of claim
  • Legal Research.

Intern

HSBC Malaysia
11.2016 - 01.2017
  • Daily recording of data and answering calls
  • Prepared letters and filing of documents
  • Assisted senior colleague in regards to commercial banking and meetings
  • Keep checks on accounts.

Skills

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Personal Information

  • Age: 30
  • Date of Birth: 10/13/94
  • Gender: Female
  • Marital Status: Single

Education

  • Certificate of Legal Practice, 2017, Brickfields Asia College
  • Bachelors of Laws (Hons), 2015, University of Liverpool
  • Foundation Certificate (A levels) - University of New South Wales, 2012, KDU University College
  • Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia, 2011, SMK Kelana Jaya

Involvement

  • Legal Aid Duty (Batch 98)
  • Malaysian Trades Union Congress (MTUC)
  • Attended and able to participate in the meetings with Guangxi Federation of Trade Unions from People’s Republic of China
  • Attended to walk-in clients regarding their complaints
  • Provided legal advice in regards to employment matters.
  • Assisted in drafting legal letters to relevant authorities

Miscellaneous - Reference

Available upon request

Timeline

Legal Associate

Messrs Michael Choo & Partners
06.2022 - Current

Legal Associate

Messrs Colin Victor & Co.
01.2020 - Current

Paralegal

Messrs Colin Victor & Co.
11.2019 - 12.2019

Pupil in Chamber

Messrs Azhar & Wong
07.2018 - 04.2019

Intern

HSBC Malaysia
11.2016 - 01.2017

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