Charmaine Lim

Experience

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  TSMP Law Corporation

  Jan 2012 - Jan 2012

  Legal Intern (Civil Litigation)
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  Mamak Pty Ltd

  Aug 2012 - Dec 2015

  Waitress

  - Customer Service: Provided exceptional customer service in a fast-paced restaurant, ensuring a positive dining experience for patrons- Employee Supervision and Training: Supervised and trained new employees, contributing to a cohesive and efficient team- Cash Handling: Took charge of cashier duties, skillfully managing transactions involving amounts up to AU$5,000 with precision and accountability- Menu Knowledge: Demonstrated a comprehensive understanding of the menu, providing recommendations and answering customer queries- Upselling and Specials: Utilized upselling techniques to suggest additional items or specials, enhancing the overall dining experience and increasing revenue Show less

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  Ministry of Social and Family Development, Singapore (MSF)

  Dec 2012 - Jan 2013

  Intern (Child Protection and Developmental Psychology)
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  Home Team Behavioural Sciences Centre

  Jan 2014 - Feb 2014

  Research Intern (Crime, Investigation and Forensic Psychology)
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  CKL Brands Limited

  Jan 2016 - Jul 2016

  Legal Assistant/Researcher (Intellectual Property Law)

  - International Trademark Filing: Supervised and coordinated trademark filing processes in the European Union, Hong Kong, and Pakistan, adhering to respective regulations and requirements- Trademark Research: Conducted comprehensive national and international trademark research to support legal decision-making- Trademark Renewals and Revocations: Authored detailed reports for international trademark renewals and revocations, ensuring compliance and protection of trademarks- Trademark Dispute Negotiation: Successfully negotiated international trademark disputes, safeguarding the company's trademark rights- Blog Management: Managed and curated content for the company's blog on trademark law, providing valuable insights to the audience Show less

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  K Prasad & Co

  Feb 2016 - Mar 2016

  Legal Intern

  - Legal Research: Conducted in-depth legal research to support attorneys in case preparation and strategy- Drafting Legal Documents: Assisted in drafting various legal documents, such as briefs, memos, contracts, and pleadings- Courtroom Support: Accompanied attorneys to court proceedings, hearings, and trials to observe and assist as needed- Administrative Tasks: Assisted with administrative duties, including filing, data entry, and managing case records

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  Legal Aid Bureau

  Jun 2017 - Jul 2017

  Legal Intern (Family Law/Criminal Law)

  - Legal Presentation: Delivered presentations on child protection and child abuse from a legal perspective to the Director of LAB, showcasing expertise in the subject matter- Case Evaluation and Opinion: Evaluated the merits of various cases and generated insightful opinion pieces to support legal decision-making- Court Document Drafting: Prepared court documents for the Singapore Family Justice Courts and Syariah Courts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal procedures- Mediation Support: Assisted Associate Lawyers in mediation sessions by preparing necessary materials and providing support during the sessions Show less

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  Lee & Lee

  Jul 2017 - Aug 2017

  Legal Intern (Intellectual Property Law/Land Law)

  - Legal Research: Researched and prepared legal memorandums on damages for medical negligence,client privileges and arbitration procedures- Drafting Legal Documents: Assisted in drafting an employment contract for an international firm and prepared documents for en-bloc sales in Singapore- Legal Support: Provided general support to legal professionals and staff as needed, contributing to the smooth functioning of the law office

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  Quahe Woo & Palmer LLC

  Dec 2017 - Dec 2017

  Legal Intern (General Litigation)

  - Legal Research: Conducted in-depth legal research to support case preparation and strategy- Drafting Legal Documents: Assisted in drafting various legal documents, such as briefs, memos, contracts, and pleadings- Administrative Tasks: Assisted with administrative duties, including filing, data entry, and managing case records

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  Justice Without Borders

  Jan 2018 - Dec 2018

  Senior Legal Fellow

  - Case Management: Skillfully managed a portfolio of labor exploitation cases, ensuring effective handling and resolution- Legal Writing and Research: Authored and reviewed the organization's Practitioner's Manual and other Strategic Legal Research pieces, showcasing expertise in legal writing and research- Community Outreach: Successfully organized workshops and seminars on labor exploitation and human trafficking for law firms, lawyers, and partner organizations, promoting awareness and knowledge sharing- Fundraising and Partnership: Proactively engaged in fundraising efforts (including planning fundraisers and managing the guest lists), securing vital resources to support the organization's initiatives Show less

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  EXIT CO

  Apr 2018 - now

  Co-Founder/Admin & HR Executive

  EXIT is a fashion retail platform that showcases exclusive streetwear labels from around the globe. Our primary focus is on limited edition hype streetwear, and we take great pride in offering a trustworthy authentication service and excellent post-purchase support to ensure customer satisfaction. Recognizing the need for streetwear staples, we took matters into our own hands and introduced EXIT LABS, our in-house brand. The sole purpose of EXIT LABS is to craft streetwear essentials that are not only fashion-forward but also designed for everyday wear, emphasizing the perfect fit and style.- Financial Management: Handled payroll and bookkeeping for staff efficiently, ensuring accurate financial records- E-commerce Operations: Managed the company's e-commerce site and external sales platforms, driving online sales growth- Social Media Marketing: Developed and executed effective social media strategies, increasing brand awareness- Sales Operations: Implemented effective sales strategies, leading to increased revenue- Event Planning and Collaboration: Orchestrated successful company events and product launches through strategic partnerships- Business Development: Identified new opportunities and markets, contributing to business expansion.- Customer Relationship Management: Cultivated strong customer relationships, resulting in enhanced loyalty- Team Collaboration and Leadership: Fostered a productive work environment, providing guidance and support to team members Show less

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  Gloria James-Civetta & Co.

  Jan 2020 - Aug 2020

  Trainee Lawyer

  - Legal Drafting: Prepared court documents and submissions for Family Law, Criminal Law, and general litigation cases- Mediation Support: Assisted clients and prepared necessary documentation for mediations- Client Relations: Addressed firm inquiries from existing and prospective clients, ensuring prompt and professional responses- Content Creation: Produced engaging blog articles on Family Law and Criminal Law topics for the firm's websites- Continuing Professional Development (CPD): Delivered presentations on various Family Law topics as part of the firm's CPD Programme Show less