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Askhat Sabyrov

Law Clerk / Paralegal
247W 30th Street, Fl.12A, New York 10001, NY

Summary

  • Responsibility and reliability
  • Strong sense of duty and task ownership
  • Attention to detail and perseverance
  • Ability to process and analyze large volumes of information
  • Results-oriented mindset
  • Initiative and proactive approach
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Team player with a respectful and tactful attitude
  • High stress tolerance and emotional resilience
  • Decisiveness in critical situations
  • Solid organizational and leadership abilities


Dynamic legal professional with extensive experience at Yerezhepova Law P.C. and a proven track record in legal writing and client communication. Expert in litigation support, having streamlined case processes and enhanced client relations. Adept at legal research, contributing to successful outcomes in complex cases while fostering teamwork and collaboration.

Paralegal motivated to continually improve and extend personal skills and knowledge to attain increased responsibility and opportunities for professional growth.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages

Work History

Paralegal

Yerezhepova Law P.C.
05.2024 - Current
  • Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
  • Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
  • Streamlined communication between clients and legal staff by managing client inquiries promptly and professionally.
  • Facilitated timely and accurate billing by recording billable hours, expenses, and other relevant information in the firm''s billing system.
  • Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
  • Assisted in preparation of settlement proposals and agreements to help attorneys negotiate settlement in best interest of client.
  • Contributed to firm-client relationship building through professional interactions with clients during meetings or phone calls, conveying empathy while maintaining confidentiality.
  • Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
  • Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
  • Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
  • Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.
  • Summarized depositions, legal documents and other material to provide attorney with relevant material for cases.
  • Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
  • Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
  • Improved document organization by implementing a comprehensive file management system for easy access to essential case materials.

Attorney at Law

Bar Association
05.2021 - 04.2024
  • Represented clients in criminal and civil court proceedings, including complex litigation and appeals.
  • Drafted legal opinions, defense strategies, procedural motions, and settlement agreements.
  • Conducted in-depth legal research and case analysis to ensure strong defense and client advocacy.
  • Provided legal consultation to individuals and businesses on matters of criminal liability, contract disputes, and property rights.
  • Negotiated with law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, and opposing counsel to protect clients’ rights and achieve favorable outcomes.
  • Defended clients in criminal cases related to economic offenses, including fraud, embezzlement, and misuse of public funds.
  • Represented businesses and individuals in arbitration proceedings involving contractual disputes, debt recovery, and commercial litigation.
  • Advised clients on legal strategies in complex family law cases, including divorce, custody, and division of property.
  • Prepared and submitted motions, legal memoranda, and appellate briefs in both criminal and civil courts.
  • Negotiated settlements and plea agreements with investigators, prosecutors, and opposing counsel to achieve optimal outcomes for clients.

Deputy Head of the Investigative Department

Investigative Department
04.2020 - 04.2021
  • Provided overall leadership and supervision of the department.
  • Conducted criminal investigations in the field of economic and fuel-energy sector crimes.
  • Identified root causes and conditions contributing to criminal activity; prepared official reports and legal findings.
  • Participated in court proceedings, including asset seizure and property-related cases.

Senior Investigator

Investigative Department
12.2016 - 03.2020
  • Managed a team of junior investigators, fostering professional growth and enhancing overall team performance.
  • Evaluated existing investigative protocols for areas of improvement and implemented necessary changes accordingly.
  • Testified in court proceedings as an expert witness, providing credible testimony that influenced case outcomes.
  • Planned and supervised surveillance operations.
  • Led investigations into complex criminal cases involving illegal drug trafficking, property-related offenses, and crimes in the energy sector.
  • Conducted criminal case proceedings, evidence collection, and suspect interrogation in accordance with procedural law.
  • Identified systemic causes and conditions contributing to criminal activity; prepared legal submissions and recommendations to prevent recidivism.
  • Participated in court proceedings, including filing motions for asset seizure and property injunctions.

Investigator

Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia
09.2008 - 11.2016
  • Collected, analyzed and interpreted information, documentation, and physical evidence associated with investigations.
  • Assisted in the development of investigative strategies, resulting in more efficient case resolutions.
  • Documented findings and prepared detailed reports.
  • Maintain a professional tone.
  • Conducted investigations into white-collar and economic crimes, including tax-related offenses and property fraud.
  • Identified and documented systemic causes and enabling conditions of criminal activities; prepared official legal representations.
  • Engaged in court proceedings concerning legal restraint measures on assets and properties involved in criminal cases.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Law

Tyumen Law Institute
Russia (Tyumen)
05.2001 -

Skills

Legal writing

Legal research

Document filing

Litigation support

Client communication

Document preparation

Civil law

Legal analysis

Attorney support

Office administration

Administrative support

Document drafting

Software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook/Email clients

Case Management Systems

Interests

Criminal Law

Fitness & Endurance Sports

Ethical Leadership and Justice

Personal Development

Timeline

Paralegal

Yerezhepova Law P.C.
05.2024 - Current

Attorney at Law

Bar Association
05.2021 - 04.2024

Deputy Head of the Investigative Department

Investigative Department
04.2020 - 04.2021

Senior Investigator

Investigative Department
12.2016 - 03.2020

Investigator

Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia
09.2008 - 11.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Law

Tyumen Law Institute
05.2001 -

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