Mona Petrosian

An accomplished student and aspiring lawyer, with a passion for international human rights. A business owner with seven years of immersive experience in customer service and team leadership. Being multilingual with language proficiency in English, Farsi, Arabic, and French amplifies my ability to communicate effectively across diverse cultural and linguistic landscapes; a skill vital for legal professionals operating in an increasingly globalized world.

Beyond linguistic versatility, my aptitude for strategic planning, problem-solving, and decision-making has been built through practical experience in managing business operations and navigating complex challenges. In addition, I have cultivated a reputation for articulacy, forward-thinking, and an unwavering commitment to excellence which will make meaningful contributions to the legal profession.

Legal Assistant - Shaleem John Gill Professional Corporation - Toronto

(2024-02)

• Conducted legal research and analysis on a variety of topics including criminal law
• Participated in client meetings and court hearings, gaining insight into legal proceedings
• Assisted in court dealings for plea deals and bail hearings and attended in-person court dates at the Ontario Court of Justice
• Gained experience in and attended case management sat date court, peace bonds, first appearance court date disclosure review
• Reviewed disclosure, factum, and charter notices with the council

Nonprofit Entrepreneurship Program - Lashes&Co. United. - Vaughan

(2022-09)

Established a nonprofit segment within the business to focus specifically on creating opportunities for new migrants and refugees. 8-week program that taught low-income, immigrants, and refugees financial literacy, career coaching, and mental health resources, and would train them along with giving them all the tools/supplies that they needed to establish their own beauty business.

• Helped over 60+ women establish themselves and assimilate into Canadian culture
• 62 participants as of 2024 have completed the program and are fully trained and qualified entrepreneurs
• 30 of the participants are now educators & teaching other students how to establish a successful business

Owner & Educator - Everything Beauty Salon & Training Academy - Vaughan

(2021-05)

Founded and established a successful salon catering to a diverse clientele. Developed and executed business strategies to ensure profitability and sustainability. Oversaw daily operations, including staff management, client relations, and inventory control.

Implemented effective marketing and promotional campaigns to attract new clients and retain existing ones. Managed salon finances. Cultivated a positive and collaborative work environment to motivate and empower staff.

Lead educator in planning and delivering instructional lessons and demonstrations. Provided hands-on training to students in business management, providing certifications on a variety of beauty services, and online and in-person courses. Thorough online marketing training.

Over 500+ graduates and 6 figures in profit.

• Trained a total of 562 students who are now salon owners, and educators, and have successful 6 figure brands
• Was recognized and awarded as Top 10 educator in the GTA
• 3 other employees with schedules fully booked two months in advance achieving $150,000+ in revenue the first year of opening

Business Owner-Brand - Lashes&Co. - Vaughan

(2017-09)

Launched and cultivated a thriving beauty business via Instagram, attracting a loyal client base and generating substantial revenue to open a storefront in the heart of Vaughan. Specialize in providing high-quality lash extension products through our e-commerce website servicing technicians worldwide. Developed and implemented effective social media marketing strategies to promote service, engage followers, and drive sales. Maintained a strong online presence with over 20 thousand followers.

• Lectured at several conferences within Canada and the US about the importance of entrepreneurship
• Increased profits by 82% during COVID-19 by launching an E-commerce website and online training academy with over 200+ students

Real Estate Assistant - Ghazal Baniasadi Real Estate - Toronto

(2023-01 - 2024-01)

Provided administrative support to real estate agents and brokers, including managing calendars, scheduling appointments, and coordinating property showings. Prepare and distribute listing materials, purchase agreements, and closing documents.

• Contributed to the full sales cycle from preparation to the closing of over 40+ sales and purchases
• Utilized a multi-channel approach including 60 dials 15 emails and 5 social media outreaches to generate new clients and build strong customer relationships

Legal Assistant - Law Offices of Ray Dinari - California

(2021-09 - 2023-09)

Provided administrative support to the legal team at the firm. Drafted and proofread legal documents, including contracts, briefs, and correspondence. Conduct legal research using online databases and assist attorneys in preparing for hearings and trials.

• Increased efficiency by 50% by upgrading the website to allow online bookings for client meetings generating 20+ new appointments within the first week
• Increased the number of prospective clients by 25% with sophisticated marketing strategies and strong customer relation skills

LL.M. - Osgoode Hall School of Law (2026-09 - 2027-09)

LL.B. - Honors - Accelerated - University of Law (2022-09)

Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy - Ryerson University (2017-09 - 2021-05)