Mass Tsang LLP
April 2026 - presentCriminal Defence Summer Student
• Appeared regularly before Justices of the Peace and judges in criminal courts across Ontario, including frequent appearances in Brampton and Toronto, and additional matters in Newmarket, Kitchener, Guelph, Orangeville, and other jurisdictions, addressing remands, adjournments, plea dates, trial dates, resolution dates, and case-management matters.
• Carried daily courtroom, litigation-support, and file-management responsibilities in a fast-paced criminal defence practice, advancing matters efficiently, communicating instructions accurately, and keeping counsel informed of developments across multiple jurisdictions.
• Engaged regularly with Crown counsel, court staff, clients, and defence counsel to coordinate appearances, schedule judicial pre-trial conferences and trial dates, address procedural issues, support resolution discussions, and move criminal matters toward fair and efficient outcomes.
• Reviewed substantial criminal disclosure, including police reports, occurrence summaries, body-worn camera footage, station footage, surveillance video, 911 calls, and investigative materials, identifying legally significant facts, evidentiary concerns, inconsistencies, procedural issues, and potential Charter breaches.
• Prepared files for pleas, trials, judicial pre-trials, and case-management appearances by organizing disclosure, tracking key materials, preparing file notes and disclosure summaries, and ensuring counsel had the information required to proceed effectively.
• Assisted with Charter applications, plea-related documents, virtual appearance requests, client instructions, and criminal law research on evidentiary, procedural, sentencing, and Charter-related issues, producing research relied on by counsel in court.
Balraj Hayer Law Firm, Barrister & Solicitor
April 2025 - September 2025Legal Assistant
• Supported a high-volume real estate and immigration practice through conflict checks, file coordination, document review, and deadline tracking across dozens of active files.
• Reviewed title searches, municipal records, registration materials, and closing documents, flagging issues for lawyer review and preparing registration packages for electronic land registry submissions.
• Communicated with clients, realtors, lenders, and third parties to gather documents, clarify timelines, and support timely file completion.
Starbucks
June 2021 - August 2024Barista
• Recognized as “Partner of the Quarter” for delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining brand standards during high-volume peak periods.
• Served a diverse customer base with speed, accuracy, and genuine care, building lasting rapport and developing the interpersonal judgment to read tone, de-escalate tension, and connect with people across every walk of life.
McDonalds
June 2019 - January 2021Crew Member
• Delivered professional customer service and resolved customer concerns during high-volume periods, maintaining quality standards and composure under pressure.
Nimbus
December 2018 - December 2019Tutor
• Delivered one-on-one tutoring, translating complex material into clear, structured explanations tailored to each student. Helped students achieve measurable academic improvement, including GPA increases above 3.5.
Canadian Property Stars
June 2017 - September 2017Marketing/Landscaper
• Performed door-to-door marketing and driveway sealing services, securing $1500+ in individual sales while coaching new employees on customer engagement.