Maryam Yousif

Law Graduate

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

About

Admitted Australian Lawyer with practical experience gained through legal placements in immigration, commercial, and wills and estates law. Experiences in legal research, drafting, client communication, file management, and supporting solicitors across a range of legal matters. Completed Bachelor of Laws at Australian Catholic University and Practical Legal Training at Leo Cussen Centre for Law. Seeking to commence and build a long term career in the legal profession.

Experience

  • Receptionist at Pascoe Vale Rd Family Clinic
    Nov 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 8 mos

  • Receptionist at Pascoe Vale Road Family Clinic
    Sep 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 10 mos

    Managing a high volume of telephone enquiries and appointment scheduling while maintaining accurate patient records. Providing professional service while maintaining strict confidentially of sensitive information. Liaising with patients, medical practitioners and external stakeholders in a fast paced healthcare environment. Adapting to a high-pressure environment with multitasking responsibilities.

  • Tohme Lawyers (2 mos)
    • Placement Student
      Nov 2025 - Dec 2025 · 2 mos

      Assisted lawyers across immigration, commercial, and wills & estates matters Drafted legal documents including powers of attorney, wills and loan agreements Communicated with clients via email and in person, confirming instructions and gathering information Supported preparation and online lodgement of visa applications, including compiling evidence Managed client files and maintained organised matter folders using Smokeball Worked collaboratively with solicitors, contributing to a positive professional environment

    • Placement Student
      Nov 2025 - Nov 2025 · 1 mo

      Supported solicitors across immigration, commercial and wills & estates matters through legal research, drafting and file management. Drafted legal documents including powers of attorney, wills and loan agreements. Communicated with clients via email and in person, confirming instructions and gathering information. Supported preparation and online lodgement of visa applications, including compiling evidence. Managed client files and maintained organised matter folders using Smokeball. Collaborated with solicitors to progress client matters while maintaining accurate and organised files.

  • VMCH (4 mos)
    • Placement Student
      Nov 2023 - Jan 2024 · 3 mos

      Supported solicitors with legal research, drafting and contract review across a range of legal matters. Attended client meetings and internal discussions. Observed a tribunal proceeding and gained valuable insight into hearing processes. Worked cross-functionally with departments to help develop case strategies and resolutions. Supported matters involving vulnerable groups, including individuals in aged care and with disabilities.

    • Placement Student
      Oct 2023 - Nov 2023 · 2 mos

      Collaborated with the legal team and assisted solicitors with various matters Drafted and reviewed contracts, prepared legal memoranda, and conducted legal research Gained practical experience within a professional legal environment Attended client meetings and internal discussions Observed a tribunal proceeding and gained valuable insight into hearing processes Worked cross-functionally with departments to help develop case strategies and resolutions Supported matters involving vulnerable groups, including individuals in aged care and with disabilities

  • Retail Sales Assistant at Accent Group Limited
    Oct 2021 - Nov 2023 · 2 yrs 2 mos