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
Legal Research and Review
Contract drafting
Lexis-Nexis
Alternative dispute resolution
Legal Case Management
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