Amy McMahon
Dublin
Summary
I'm a dedicated individual with a strong foundation in legal research and compliance, adept at document preparation and legal documentation drafting. Exceptionally proficient in case management with advanced capabilities in digitalising case files. I have five years of customer service experience, which enhances my ability to quickly understand my clients' needs.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Legal Executive
David F. McMahon & Co. Solicitors
Dublin
2024.10 - Current
- Ensure accurate filing of stamp duty returns via Revenue, taking full responsibility for financial compliance on all property transactions.
- Manage commercial lease returns, independently reviewing and inputting lease data to ensure precise reporting in commercial lease returns.
- Act as the legal representative for the firm, providing sole court representation in proceedings.
- Responsible for the registration of all property purchases, ensuring accurate Land Registry entry and addressing any follow up queries from the registry to finalise each application.
- Manage the opening of each client matter, handling all initial file setup and documentation.
- Created and manage an online archive system for client matters, significantly improving file organisation and access.
- Ensure our clients complete ID verification and AML forms to fully comply with GDPR and regulatory standards.
- Ensure compliance with undertakings.
Legal Intern
Digicel
Kingston, Jamaica
2023.06 - 2023.08
- Reviewed legal documents for compliance, resulting in the Legal Disclosure Matrix encompassing all Digicel markets in accordance with Jamaica’s Data Protection Act (2020).
- Reviewed and summarised legal reports and contract termination clauses to support compliance and risk assessment.
- Facilitated company wide engagement initiatives to enhance community outreach and engagement with stakeholders.
- Collaborated with Digicel Foundations to support local communities by providing necessary resources, fostering connections, and deepening our understanding of our customers' needs.
Legal Intern
Beauchamps LLP
Dublin, Ireland
2022.09 - 2023.05
- Provided administrative support involving file management.
- Coordinated with individual law firms on behalf of a major financial institution's closure, ensuring all legal undertakings were fulfilled, mortgage transfers executed, and first registered charges put in the new financial institution's name.
- Processed and submitted copy instrument request applications via the Landdirect platform.
- Gained knowledge of regulations and policies in Property law and Litigation.
- Prepared Booklets of Motions, Notices, Pleadings, and Affidavits for ongoing cases to support case progression.
- Conducted legal research and drafted summaries of findings.
Legal Intern
McCann Fitzgerald
Dublin, Ireland
2022.06 - 2022.07
- Legal analysis and research of adverse possession.
- Provided comprehensive administrative support to the solicitors' office, including managing schedules, handling administrative tasks, and ensuring smooth office operations
Education
Bachelor of Civil Law -
Dublin City University
County Dublin 2020.10 - 2024.05
Advanced/Higher Certificate in QQI Level 6 in Leadership and community -
National College of Ireland
Galway, County Galway 2018.05 - 2019.05
Leaving certificate -
Mercy College
Dublin 2014.09 - 2020.06
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Interpersonal communication skills
- Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Legal research and compliance
- Document preparation
- Conflict Resolution
- Case Management
- Proficient in Microsoft
- Legal documentation drafting
- Case file digitalisation
- Multitasking capability
Volunteer Work
Dublin Homeless Awareness Volunteer
2018 to 2020
• Fundraiser planning and execution
• Annual Sleepout organisation
• Media management
• Partnership development
• Community advocacy and engagement
• Raising awareness
Sphere 17 volunteer
2019
- Planned and facilitated creative workshops, including pottery and painting sessions, for disadvantaged children in Dublin 17.
- Organised and supervised interactive activities and icebreaker games to encourage social interaction.
- Provided informative talks on various educational topics, aimed at inspiring and empowering children to pursue their goals.
- Offered guidance on academic choices and future opportunities.
DCUAccess Secondary School Talks
2024
- Delivered talks to DEAR secondary school students, encouraging them to reach their full potential regardless of their background and inspiring them to pursue higher education.
- Presented my personal academic journey, highlighting the challenges and successes, to motivate students and demonstrate that success is achievable.
- Provided detailed information about Dublin City University (DCU) courses, with a focus on the law program.
- Offered practical advice on study tools, time management techniques, and resources available to help students succeed in their academic pursuits.
Certification
- Academic Award - Dublin City University
- Gaisce - The President's Award
- Emergency practical First Aid Certified - Irish Red Cross
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Legal Executive
David F. McMahon & Co. Solicitors
2024.10 - Current
Legal Intern
Digicel
2023.06 - 2023.08
Legal Intern
Beauchamps LLP
2022.09 - 2023.05
Legal Intern
McCann Fitzgerald
2022.06 - 2022.07
Bachelor of Civil Law -
Dublin City University
2020.10 - 2024.05
Advanced/Higher Certificate in QQI Level 6 in Leadership and community -
National College of Ireland
2018.05 - 2019.05
Leaving certificate -
Mercy College
2014.09 - 2020.06