Ira Chandershekar

Experience

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  Diaz Law Barristers and Solicitors

  Sept 2018 - Mar 2019

  Lawyer's Assistant

  My role at this law firm required me to complete a basic level of legal work; as such, this experience has acquainted me with the dynamic and ever-changing environment of a firm. During my time at Diaz Law, I observed and worked alongside lawyers representing real-estate and corporate cases. My tasks ranged from drafting legal documents on real-estate cases, such as a Purchase of Sale Agreement, to completing reception work at the front desk.

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  Advocates of Tomorrow Inc

  Apr 2019 - Jan 2020

  Director Of Communications

  Our organization strives to help high school students make important connections that will expose them to the industry, grow their professional network, and help build their overall confidence in making connections with others. Students will have the opportunity to connect with our industry guest speakers one-on-one and will be guided by experienced post-secondary students in preparation for the mock trial. Our annual conference is also an excellent opportunity for attendees to meet other like-minded students.As Director of Communications, I am responsible for garnering conference attendees, recruiting future A.O.T. members and attending networking events. My position at this organization has given me the opportunity to hone in on my passion for law and politics; thus, the goal of Advocates of Tomorrow is to inspire today's youth by introducing them to the world of law. Show less

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  Markham Mayor's Youth Council

  Aug 2019 - Jun 2020

  Member
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  Canadian Law Review (CLR)

  Sept 2021 - Nov 2022

  This fellowship offers students a unique opportunity to learn about peer review and receive hands-on support from law school editors. Fellows are paired with editors (J.D. students) to guide them in composing a submission of an article or essay for peer-review and publication. In addition to meeting law school students and exceptional legal professionals from all over Canada, fellows gain access to exclusive legal writing workshops led by legal professionals and top law students and networking events. Show less

  • Junior Research Fellow

    Sept 2022 - Nov 2022

  • Newsletter Co-ordinator

    Sept 2021 - Aug 2022
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  Pre-Law Shadowers

  Jan 2022 - Sept 2022

  Research Associate

  Pre-Law Shadowers is a student-led organization dedicated to providing pre-law students across universities in Canada with virtual shadowing opportunities. Our goal is to help young students engage and learn more about the legal careers they plan to pursue. We have created a great space where students can network with each other, thus creating lasting friendships and a welcoming community. Students can further network with legal professionals in the field varying from lawyers, paralegals, law clerks, judges and current law students, in order to learn more about the futures they aspire to build for themselves. Show less

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  University of Toronto Association of Political Science Students

  Jan 2022 - Sept 2023

  - Published a journal that features the work of undergraduate students-Designed the entire journal format (45 pages)- Managing the production of content for the annual journal- Selecting essays to be featured for publication- Hiring and selecting candidates to work as associate editors- Managing a team of 5-6 editors- Selecting the theme of the journal- Conducting a final round of edits, checking citations, and ensuring all journal articles are factually correct - Editing student submissions for the undergraduate journal - Creating submission prompts about pertinent political topics- Brainstorming and pitching potential journal themes for the upcoming year- Working directly under the current Editor-in-Chief- Completing the final, additional rounds of editing before curating the journal- Assessing citations and accurate information within each essay The Association of Political Science Students is the course union for all students enrolled in political science at the University of Toronto. We meet with faculty and staff in the political science department and represent the students in meetings of the Arts & Science Students Union (ASSU). POLIS is the University of Toronto’s Undergraduate Journal of Political Science published annually by the Association of Political Science Students.

  • Editor-In-Chief

    Jun 2022 - Sept 2023

  • Managing Editor

    Mar 2022 - Jun 2022

  • Associate Editor

    Jan 2022 - Mar 2022
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  University of Toronto Pre-Law Society

  Apr 2022 - May 2024

  The University of Toronto Pre-Law Society is a student-administrated, campus-recognized organization committed to providing students with information concerning law school, legal careers, and other related resources. Whether you are unsure about entering the legal field or dead set upon it, or looking for legal-related experience, we invite you to join our community and gain access to these resources by signing up for membership and taking part in our events.

  • Mentorship Director

    May 2023 - May 2024

  • American Mock Trial Competitor

    Sept 2022 - May 2024

  • Communications Director

    Apr 2022 - May 2023
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  University of Toronto Women’s Student Association

  Aug 2022 - Mar 2023

  Operations Manager

  The University of Toronto Women's Association (UTWA) seeks to unite self-identifying women across all programs by offering a range of equal opportunity events, workshops, and mentorship. At the core of UTWA is their mission to educate women and allies alike on how to navigate the professional world as a self-identifying woman.

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  University of Toronto

  Sept 2023 - May 2024

  Program Assistant

  The Program Assistants at the Global Classroom for Democracy Innovation (GDCI) support two distinct 5-week intensives of the project - one in Fall 2023, and one in Winter 2024. In addition to working with 3 internationally-based faculty members, this position works directly with the core organizing team (with members from Toronto, Vancouver, Cape Town, and Dar es Salaam) to support the program development, implementation, assessment, and reiteration for each intensive, which may include logistical support, outreach and communications support through social media, evaluation support through feedback forms and surveys, report writing, etc. Show less

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  Affinity Mortgage Solutions Inc.

  Apr 2024 - now

  Legal Assistant

  ● Liaised with attorneys representing the lender to close a $7 million commercial refinancing deal● Tracked and filed documents, such as the Notice of Assessment and Certificate of Insurance● Coordinated and scheduled meetings, appointments, and conference calls between clients, attorneys● Managed and organized electronic and physical case files, and ensured confidentiality throug andcompliance with regulatory standards● Assisted in the preparation of mortgage loan applications and facilitated communication between theborrower and lender Show less