Dylan Slepon

Experience

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  Boston Cafe

  Jul 2012 - Aug 2015

  Serveur

  Management of a restaurant and financial responsibilities without any supervision.Constant interaction with the clients.

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  Rockwills International Group

  Aug 2014 - Sept 2014

  Research assistant

  Researched content and contributed to the update of the textbook Drafting Trusts and Wills Trusts in Singapore on behalf of Mr. Lee Chiwi (Singapore).

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  Jun He Law Offices

  Jul 2015 - Aug 2015

  Stagiaire

  Litigation case analysis.Contract drafting.Research in the field of contract law and international trade.

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  WaveMetrix

  Nov 2015 - Jul 2016

  Research analyst

  Marketing research analyst to assess consumers' opinion on specific products.Use of spreadsheets and databases (Excel, Word,...).

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  E.A Law Solicitors

  Nov 2015 - May 2016

  I worked as a paralegal in this City Law firm where I maintained the clients' database, sorted out files, coordinated appointments and communication between clients and the firm. I also filled in claim forms in relation to Family Law, Immigration Law, Employment Law and Real Estate matter. Marketing intern to develop partnerships in the Asian market.Management of various social media accounts of the firm.Organisation of promotional events.Search Engine Optimisation tasks.

  • Paralegal

    Nov 2015 - May 2016

  • Stagiaire marketing

    Nov 2015 - Dec 2015
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  Lewis Silkin

  Mar 2016 - Mar 2016

  Intern

  I conducted a work placement in the Media, Brand and Technology Department of the law firm Lewis Silkin. I had the opportunity to take part in various meetings with clients, where I would shadow partners by observing which matter were to be taken into consideration in risk mitigation cases. This was an opportunity to obtain an immersive outlook in the world of media and entertainment, by rubbing meeting prestigious clients in that field. I also assisted partners by making presentations on ongoing cases, researching relevant points online for research, and compiled data to create analytical reports on Trademarks. Presentations increased my level of self-confidence and public speaking skills, while the wide range of tasks assigned to me required to manage time effectively and prioritise my work . Overall this experience substantially sharpened my sense of commercial awareness as I witnessed how legal theory applied in practice. Show less

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  Trainer Shepherd Phillips Melin Llp

  Oct 2016 - Oct 2016

  Legal Intern

  - Research of evidence and legal issues on cross-jurisdictional matter in the field of copyright litigation - Filled in directions questionnaire to enter the litigation process- Analysis of a draft music producer agreement- Comparative analysis of host agreement- Analysis of artist/manager agreement- Research in commercial litigation

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  Cubism Law

  Nov 2016 - Sept 2017

  Paralegal/Legal Assistant

  - Drafting legal documents including Client Care Letters and commercial agreements- Extensive legal research in the sector of tax and estate planning to produce reports for clients, considering current law and the prima facie consequences of Brexit- Reviewing and proof-reading commercial contracts, settlement agreements and non-disclosure agreements- Compiling documents to create and maintain client files in the internal database- Assisting solicitors in negotiations and litigation procedures- Translating documents from French to English (and vice versa) for relevant parties- Coordinating solicitors’ meetings and business trips- Constant contact with the clients Show less

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  Celsius Entertainment

  Sept 2017 - May 2018

  Media Paralegal

  I worked as a Media Legal Assistant at Celsius Entertainment (London). Celsius is a Film Sales Agency specialising in independent films and is involved with film-financing, production and rights-licensing.I reviewed different types of licences entered into with Distributors, and update the company's database accordingly to determine the availability of rights.By attending meetings and proofreading new/ongoing Distribution and Agency agreements, I have learned to appreciate the commercial and legal implications of film-financing at both pre and post-production stages. Similarly, I have obtained an understanding of the considerations taken into account when licensing different types of IP rights, in light of the parties' contractual obligations and statute. Show less

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  Joelson

  Jun 2018 - Aug 2018

  Corporate paralegal
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  Clintons

  Sept 2018 - Oct 2020

  Trainee solicitor

  I am training at Clintons, a law firm specialising in media and entertainment. I have worked in the Property, Private Client, and Litigation departments of the firm. I am currently sitting in the Commercial department, which includes our music, and TV & Cinema, theatre and digital media practices.

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  Universal Music Publishing Group

  Jan 2020 - Mar 2020

  Trainee solicitor

  In parallel with my training at Clintons, I conducted a secondment in the Legal and Business Affairs Department of Universal Music Publishing. I got to draft various types of agreements (including Exclusive Songwriter Agreements and Administration Agreements), was involved in the negotiating process, and contributed to the day-to-day business affairs of the company.

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  Universal Music Publishing Group

  Oct 2020 - now

  Legal and Business Affairs Manager