Raelin Sophie Foo
Singapore,Singapore
Summary
Driven professional with knack for analytical thinking and persuasive communication. Possesses strong research capabilities and excellent interpersonal skills, ensuring thorough preparation and effective client interactions. Committed to delivering impactful legal solutions that uphold justice and client interests.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Dispute Resolution Intern
Drew and Napier
Singapore, Singapore
2025.02 - 2025.03
- Sat in on client meetings and gained exposure to the dispute resolution process within a leading law firm.
- Observed and assisted in case research, preparing legal documents, and reviewing evidence.
- Learned about various dispute resolution methods, including arbitration, mediation, and litigation.
- Assisted in drafting legal memos, rebutting the defence, and supporting lawyers in case preparation.
- Developed skills in legal research, analysis, and critical thinking while working on ongoing cases.
Freshfields UK Commercial Law Job Simulation
Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer
Singapore, Singapore
2025.02 - 2025.02
- Completed a job simulation involving legal analysis for Freshfields
- Analysed documents and case law to determine if client was potentially libel under Bribery Act 2010
- Recommended settlement terms based on analysis of evidence
- Pitched Freshfields services to potential clients
Clifford Chance SABRE Internship on Forage
Clifford Chance
Singapore, Singapore
2025.03 - 2025.03
- Completed a job simulation on advising clients on a full spectrum of financial products
- Responded to a client's questions on the regulatory framework of "buy-now-pay-later" loans
- Informed a client of risk factors by considering current issues and macro events in the context of transactions
- Prepared a pitch to demonstrate the firm's expertise and capabilities
Clifford Chance's Community & Pro Bono on Forage
Clifford Chance
Singapore, Singapore
2025.01 - 2025.02
- Reviewed UNGP's and researched possible human rights risks, used legal research an drafting to provide directions to clients in sports industry
- Conducted research to examine refusal of states that retain the death penalty to return deceased bodies to families
- Prepared a memorandum setting out the factual background to claims covering the legal, political, social, cultural and religious background for any referred clients
Work Shadowing Downstream Energy
Chubb CGM
London, Tower Hamlets
2025.01 - 2025.01
- Conducted thorough research on prospective clients' financial standing, ensuring sound underwriting decisions.
- Developed risk mitigation strategies in response to complex business scenarios.
- Analysed risk exposures and determined underwriting conditions for policy issuance.
- Analysed a NDA and made necessary changes in order to maintain the firms interests.
Kennedys Commercial Law Job Simulation on Forage
Kennedys Law Firm
London, England
2025.01 - 2025.01
- Wrote a witness statement for a defendant in a road traffic accident
- Created slides displaying the similarities between Kennedys and an insurance company, illustrating Kennedys global reach, practice areas and expertise, and culture and values, in order for Kennedy to be chosen to be on the insurance companies panel.
- Used a letter of claim in order to call the defendant to discuss the claimant, highlighting how the claim would progress, and what was required of the defendant.
- Researched the effect force majeure may have had on an agreement between two parties, and advice our client on their legal position
- Completed a job simulation involving commercial law and litigated claims for Kennedy's legal team
- Reviewed and analyzed communication documents, contracts, and force majeure clauses in various commercial claims
- Provided clear and effective communication in addressing legal claims
Construction painter and decorator
Schools for Schools
Nepal, Sagarmatha
2023.09 - 2023.09
- Painted and lay bricks to build toilets for the underprivileged children
- Measured and carefully applied materials to minimise wastage.
- Prepared surfaces for painting, ensuring long-lasting finish.
Kitchen assistant
Seaworld Resorts Gold Coast
Brisbane, Gold Coast
2023.05 - 2023.05
- Adhered to health and safety regulations with careful handling of food and equipment.
- Rotated stock to keep ingredients fresh.
- Followed safety procedures whilst using kitchen equipment to prevent accidents on duty.
- Used kitchen equipment as instructed and to safety protocols.
Education
International Baccalaureate -
Australian International School
Singapore 2023.01 - 2024.11
IGCSE -
Australian International School
Singapore 2021.01 - 2022.11
Skills
- Bilingual proficiency (English and Chinese)
- Critical thinking and analysis
- Relationship-building, Teamwork
- Driven and dedicated
- Negotiation skills
- Communication
- Time efficiency
Affiliations
- Reading Books
- Going to the gym
- Tennis
Timeline
Clifford Chance SABRE Internship on Forage
Clifford Chance
2025.03 - 2025.03
Dispute Resolution Intern
Drew and Napier
2025.02 - 2025.03
Freshfields UK Commercial Law Job Simulation
Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer
2025.02 - 2025.02
Work Shadowing Downstream Energy
Chubb CGM
2025.01 - 2025.01
Kennedys Commercial Law Job Simulation on Forage
Kennedys Law Firm
2025.01 - 2025.01
Clifford Chance's Community & Pro Bono on Forage
Clifford Chance
2025.01 - 2025.02
Construction painter and decorator
Schools for Schools
2023.09 - 2023.09
Kitchen assistant
Seaworld Resorts Gold Coast
2023.05 - 2023.05
International Baccalaureate -
Australian International School
2023.01 - 2024.11
IGCSE -
Australian International School
2021.01 - 2022.11