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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Serena Yoon

Serena Yoon

London

Summary

Aspiring Fintech and commercial lawyer with analytical mindset and outstanding organizational skills. Exceptional attention to detail, thrives in fast-paced environments, and produces excellent results with passion. Currently pursuing LLB Bachelor of Laws at LSE. Eager to broaden personal and professional knowledge at Columbia Law School.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Student Union Committee Roles

LSE
09.2022 - Current
  • Speakers Officer for the LSE Law Summit 2024 - committee member of the LSESU Law Society's inaugural 'Law Summit' set to take place in March 2024.
  • Head of Socials for the LSESU Animal Society - produced high-quality social content, ensuring alignment with brand voice and messaging.
  • Opinion Writer for the "Beaver" - researched and wrote technical articles on academic culture for the Beaver, a student newspaper.
  • Member of the LSESU Amnesty International Society - regularly debated on international human rights issues with respected peers.
  • Member of the LSESU Korean Society - promoted my culture through engaging social events and informative workshops.

Pathfinder Candidate

Linklaters
04.2023 - 09.2023
  • Enhanced legal research efficiency by utilizing advanced search techniques and legal databases.
  • Completed documentation with meticulous precision and accuracy, providing dependable, efficient legal administrative support.
  • Collaborated with fellow interns on group projects, fostering a positive team environment and enhancing productivity.

Legal Intern

Allen & Overy
07.2023 - 08.2023
  • Identified and researched possible business development reflecting regulatory change of offshore wind and renewable energy in South Korea.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing thorough legal research and drafting comprehensive memos.

High School Committee Positions

Island School
01.2021 - 05.2022
  • Founder of 'Law Club' - created the first ever 'Law Club' at my alma mater, structuring legal information to help increase awareness and understanding. Trained junior students on debating and mooting skills.
  • Head of Creative Design for 'Samsara' - a business created with a group of peers to help fund charities across Hong Kong, making an entry into the Junior Achievements Competition.
  • Volunteer at 'ChickenSoup Foundation' - I volunteered as an English and Math tutor at Chicken Soup Foundation, an investment-approach-based charity operating in Hong Kong. I worked with underprivileged students after school to improve their English language skills.

Legal Intern

Baker McKenzie
08.2021 - 08.2021
  • Effectively 'read around' the law by providing creative solutions to what set-off rights are available when a third party is involved in a cross-jurisdictional case involving HSBC.
  • Drafted and reviewed contracts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant laws.

Criminal Law Research Assistant

City University of Hong Kong
01.2020 - 07.2021
  • Designed presentations summarizing research findings on the principle of 'Punishment' as viewed differently in various jurisdictions.
  • Enhanced research quality by meticulously collecting and analyzing data from various sources.
  • Conducted literature reviews to support hypothesis development and identify gaps in existing knowledge.

Education

LLB Bachelor of Laws -

London School of Economics And Political Science
London, England
06.2025

High School Diploma -

Island School
Hong Kong
06.2022

Skills

  • Legal research
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Calm under pressure
  • Quick learner
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Adaptability
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Attention to Detail

Languages

English, Korean
First Language
Chinese (Mandarin)
Advanced
C1
Japanese
Upper Intermediate
B2
French
Elementary
A2

Accomplishments

Samsung Solve for Tomorrow - 3rd Place - developed innovative and commercially valuable solutions in relation to air pollution.

Awarded by Samsung Electronics

John Ying Wah Gibson Essay Award - 1st place - commended for essay written about the interdependency of politics and environmental law.

Awarded by the ESF Trust

HKAYP - Bronze Standard

Awarded by the The Hong Kong Award for Young People

Certification

Exploring Law and Political Philosophy

Issued by The University of Hong Kong

IEA Award in Applied ICT Standard Level

Issued by ASDAN

Chairman's Award for Excellence

Issued by English Schools Foundation

Timeline

Legal Intern

Allen & Overy
07.2023 - 08.2023

Pathfinder Candidate

Linklaters
04.2023 - 09.2023

Student Union Committee Roles

LSE
09.2022 - Current

Legal Intern

Baker McKenzie
08.2021 - 08.2021

High School Committee Positions

Island School
01.2021 - 05.2022

Criminal Law Research Assistant

City University of Hong Kong
01.2020 - 07.2021

LLB Bachelor of Laws -

London School of Economics And Political Science

High School Diploma -

Island School

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