Resume
Ruth Hennessy
Curriculum Vitae : Ruth Hennessy
Address : 55 Coppinger Glade,
Blackrock,
Co. Dubin,
Ireland.
Education and Qualifications
Currently studying to pass the New York Bar Examination 2011.
2007 - 2010: Bachelor of Civil Law degree, University College Dublin. Grade Point Average : 3.56
Leaving Certificate Results: 540 Points. All subjects were taken at higher level.
Work Experience:
Relevant Legal Experience:
Denis I Finn Solicitors - Transition Year Work Experience:
My duties included general clerical work as well as client contact and the opportunity to attend various meetings with clients and counsel.
Mason Hayes + Curran - October 2008-April 2009:
I participated in a major marketing project for the above firm. Duties included transferring important legal date into various systems as well as conducting research on behalf of the firm.
O Rourke Reid - December 2009 - January 2010:
My duties included general administrative and secretarial work. I also worked largely with the Commercial Property Department, where I was responsible for scheduling deeds, preparing Briefs for Counsel reviewing legal files and issuing follow up correspondence, copying and typing. I performed similar duties for the Private Client department.
Ivor Fitzpatrick + Company - March 2010 :
I worked in the Litigation Department during my Easter holidays. Duties were similar to those outlined above. I was also involved in meetings with clients and counsel, and general administrative tasks.
Other Experience:
I am currently employed as a nanny and part time babysitter for a number of different families. Due to the high level of demand in this particular field, I have organized a team of people who work for the various families in need of sitters. We have many families on our rota and these are increasing all the time! Other experience includes part time work in both high street stores and cosmetics houses. I was awarded a high level of responsibility in these establishments, and duties included cash handling as well as the motivation of other team members. I also worked for Permanent TSB Bank where specific responsibilities included dealing with the local solicitors firms.
Achievements:
I received an academic achievement award in my first Semester at UCD, as well as an overall academic achievement for my 6 years in secondary school, along with the History award and various drama festival prizes-including Best Play for my own composition.
Interests:
UCD Law Society:
I am an active member of the UCD Law Society. In my final year I was asked to become a committee member, my particular job being to organise the annual law ball as well as general event management. My duties included negotiating with various venues and individuals, securing sponsorship, and physically preparing the venues themselves.
Debating:
I have participated in "In House" debating on behalf of the UCD Law Society. I also debated throughout my school years and participated in Mace Style debates both in UCD and in Trinity, Irish Times Debates and the Siroptimist Public Speaking Competition.
Charity:
I am an active participant in charitable events. I organised a fashion show in the Four Seasons Hotel in 2005, 6 months after the disaster occurred, raising 16000e. I am also involved in the UCD Volunteer Overseas Programme-the proceeds of the annual Law Ball will be donated to this organisation in order to fund ongoing relief in Haiti.
Address : 55 Coppinger Glade,
Blackrock,
Co. Dubin,
Ireland.
Education and Qualifications
Currently studying to pass the New York Bar Examination 2011.
2007 - 2010: Bachelor of Civil Law degree, University College Dublin. Grade Point Average : 3.56
Leaving Certificate Results: 540 Points. All subjects were taken at higher level.
Work Experience:
Relevant Legal Experience:
Denis I Finn Solicitors - Transition Year Work Experience:
My duties included general clerical work as well as client contact and the opportunity to attend various meetings with clients and counsel.
Mason Hayes + Curran - October 2008-April 2009:
I participated in a major marketing project for the above firm. Duties included transferring important legal date into various systems as well as conducting research on behalf of the firm.
O Rourke Reid - December 2009 - January 2010:
My duties included general administrative and secretarial work. I also worked largely with the Commercial Property Department, where I was responsible for scheduling deeds, preparing Briefs for Counsel reviewing legal files and issuing follow up correspondence, copying and typing. I performed similar duties for the Private Client department.
Ivor Fitzpatrick + Company - March 2010 :
I worked in the Litigation Department during my Easter holidays. Duties were similar to those outlined above. I was also involved in meetings with clients and counsel, and general administrative tasks.
Other Experience:
I am currently employed as a nanny and part time babysitter for a number of different families. Due to the high level of demand in this particular field, I have organized a team of people who work for the various families in need of sitters. We have many families on our rota and these are increasing all the time! Other experience includes part time work in both high street stores and cosmetics houses. I was awarded a high level of responsibility in these establishments, and duties included cash handling as well as the motivation of other team members. I also worked for Permanent TSB Bank where specific responsibilities included dealing with the local solicitors firms.
Achievements:
I received an academic achievement award in my first Semester at UCD, as well as an overall academic achievement for my 6 years in secondary school, along with the History award and various drama festival prizes-including Best Play for my own composition.
Interests:
UCD Law Society:
I am an active member of the UCD Law Society. In my final year I was asked to become a committee member, my particular job being to organise the annual law ball as well as general event management. My duties included negotiating with various venues and individuals, securing sponsorship, and physically preparing the venues themselves.
Debating:
I have participated in "In House" debating on behalf of the UCD Law Society. I also debated throughout my school years and participated in Mace Style debates both in UCD and in Trinity, Irish Times Debates and the Siroptimist Public Speaking Competition.
Charity:
I am an active participant in charitable events. I organised a fashion show in the Four Seasons Hotel in 2005, 6 months after the disaster occurred, raising 16000e. I am also involved in the UCD Volunteer Overseas Programme-the proceeds of the annual Law Ball will be donated to this organisation in order to fund ongoing relief in Haiti.