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Lina Kobayashi
4th Year LLB Student
Durban
Summary
As a final-year LLB student, I am highly motivated to leverage my skills and multicultural background to excel in the legal field. With a passion for critical thinking and problem-solving, I am excited about the prospect of working on innovative legal solutions that can positively impact clients. Having grown up in Japan and spent the last 16 years in South Africa, I possess a unique perspective that allows me to approach legal issues with both a global and local mindset. I am a diligent and thoughtful team member who thrives on engaging in analytical discussions about complex legal topics. I am confident that my skills and experience make me an excellent candidate for a career in law.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Language
Work History
Japanese English Translator and Interpreter
Freelance
01.2020 - 01.2022
– Translated and proofread documents for clients in the education, automotive, manga and real estate industries.
– Provided oral interpretations for clients in the tourism industry.
Language Instructor and Tutor
Kotobuki Trading CC
Hillcrest
03.2018 - Current
– Taught Japanese to South African adults as part of a corporate training programme.
– Tutored primary and high school students to assist with high school subjects including English, History and Accounting.
Administrative Assistant
Kotobuki Trading CC
Hillcrest
01.2018 - Current
– Processed invoices and tracked expenses using Excel.
– Improved document organization and management.
– Assisted in drafting and editing contracts, including employment contracts, lease agreements and AODs.
– Provided assistance in drafting a data protection policy.
– Assisted in a court order application in which an order was successfully granted.
Education
Bachelor of Laws -
University of KwaZulu
Durban 02.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Social Science - Legal Studies & Psychology
University of KwaZulu
Durban 02.2019 - 12.2021
National Senior Certificate -
Waterfall College
Waterfall 01.2015 - 12.2016
Skills
Legal Writingundefined
Accomplishments
Dean’s list for four semesters
Certificate of Merit in Family Law, Criminal Law and Property Law
Awarded two merit scholarships by UKZN for academic excellence
Interests
Gym
Timeline
Bachelor of Laws -
University of KwaZulu
02.2022 - Current
Japanese English Translator and Interpreter
Freelance
01.2020 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Social Science - Legal Studies & Psychology
University of KwaZulu
02.2019 - 12.2021
Language Instructor and Tutor
Kotobuki Trading CC
03.2018 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Kotobuki Trading CC
01.2018 - Current
National Senior Certificate -
Waterfall College
01.2015 - 12.2016
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