Legal Professional · Paralegal · Humanitarian Advocate

JosianeMaalouly

“Salus populi suprema lex esto.”

— Cicero, De Legibus  ·  “The welfare of the people shall be the supreme law.”
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01 — About

Profile

Dedicated legal professional with a strong background in client communication, document drafting, and case management. Experienced in supporting legal procedures, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies.

Demonstrates a deep commitment to confidentiality, safeguarding principles, and ethical practice in all interactions. Trilingual and proficient in Microsoft Office tools for data organization and reporting.

LocationBekaa, Lebanon
Emailjosiane.maalouly@hotmail.com

Languages

ArabicNative / Fluent
EnglishFluent — Verbal & Written
FrenchFluent

02 — Experience

Legal & Compliance

Paralegal

Current

Caritas Lebanon

March 2026 – Present
  • ◆Assisted refugees and vulnerable individuals with legal documentation and case follow-up related to legal residency, birth registration, marriage, divorce, and other civil status matters.
  • ◆Supported legal teams with case preparation, legal research, drafting official correspondence, and organizing supporting documentation.
  • ◆Conducted client intake interviews to clarify facts, collect required records, and ensure accurate case file preparation.
  • ◆Coordinated with government offices, attorneys, NGOs, and social workers to facilitate legal procedures and timely case progression.
  • ◆Delivered legal awareness sessions on residency regulations, civil documentation procedures, and access to legal services for refugee communities.
  • ◆Maintained confidential and well-structured records in compliance with legal, ethical, and organizational standards.

Key Competencies

Legal documentationRefugee assistanceLegal residency proceduresAwareness trainingCase managementStakeholder coordination

Legal Assistant

Boulos Law Firm

May 2020 – 2023
  • ◆Provided legal and administrative support in case preparation, document review, and correspondence drafting.
  • ◆Assisted in client intake, clarification of facts, and drafting case files with attention to confidentiality and accuracy.
  • ◆Coordinated with multiple stakeholders to ensure timely progress on all ongoing matters.
  • ◆Maintained structured filing systems for sensitive records in compliance with data protection standards.

Key Competencies

Legal draftingCase managementConfidentialityEthical complianceClient-centered service

03 — Education

Academic Background

01

Master's Degree in Law

Lebanese University

02

Bachelor's Degree in Law

Lebanese University

03

Lebanese Baccalaureate

École Sainte Famille

Sociology & Economics Track

04 — Expertise

Core Skills

Legal

  • Legal Research & Drafting
  • Document Review & Preparation
  • Case File Preparation & Follow-up
  • Refugee Legal Assistance
  • Civil Documentation Procedures

Compliance & Ethics

  • Safeguarding Principles
  • Confidentiality & Data Protection
  • Zero-Tolerance Compliance
  • Ethical Information Handling
  • Awareness Sessions Delivery

Client & Stakeholder

  • Client Intake & Interaction
  • Stakeholder Coordination
  • NGO & Government Liaison
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Community Engagement

Administration & Tech

  • Microsoft Word & Excel
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Data Entry & Extraction
  • Case Reporting
  • Structured Filing Systems

05 — Credentials

Training & Certifications

Training of Trainers

Improving Mental Health and Wellbeing of People in Lebanon

LAMP — Médecins du Monde (France)

Enhanced understanding of confidentiality, ethical communication, and safeguarding of vulnerable populations.

Governance and Community Action Program

Bekaa Region

Mercy Corps — Funded by the European Union in Lebanon

Developed awareness of community engagement, accountability, and inclusive governance practices.

06 — Contact

Get In Touch

Available for legal and paralegal opportunities, consulting, or collaboration. References are available upon request.