Paralegal - Penmans Solicitors LLP - Coventry, UK
(2024-06)
- Assist solicitors on civil litigation and criminal defence matters
- Draft legal documents, correspondence, attendance notes, and briefs to counsel
- Attend court hearings and police station voluntary interviews under supervision
- Manage caseloads and monitor court deadlines and procedural requirements
- Liaise professionally with clients, counsel, courts, and third parties
- Prepare court bundles and supporting documentation
- Conduct legal research to support ongoing matters
- Assist with billing and file management in compliance with office procedures
- Maintain regular communication with clients via telephone, email, and written correspondence
- Independently managed aspects of active files while ensuring compliance with court deadlines and procedural requirements
Legal Assistant - Penmans Solicitors LLP - Coventry, UK
(2023-02 - 2024-06)
- Supported fee earners on civil litigation, personal injury, and clinical negligence matters
- Drafted correspondence, attendance notes, and legal documentation
- Managed dictation and administrative support tasks
- Scheduled meetings with clients, experts, and counsel
- Prepared court bundles and organised case files
- Conducted legal research and assisted with case preparation
- Maintained accurate and compliant file management systems
- Assisted with billing and client communications
Legal Administrator - Momenta Group Global - Remote
(2022-09 - 2022-10)
- Supported pre-litigation processes through legal administrative tasks
- Assessed incoming claims and reviewed documentation for compliance
- Prepared Letters Before Action and related correspondence
- Reviewed FCA documentation relating to hire purchase and PCP claims
- Communicated with clients regarding After The Event insurance policies and procedural documentation
Admin Assistant / Adviser - The Roma Project - Coventry, UK
(2021-01 - 2022-09)
- Provided face-to-face and telephone support to clients regarding welfare, immigration, and administrative matters
- Assisted clients with Universal Credit, Council Tax Support, and EUSS applications
- Liaised with solicitors, social workers, local authorities, and the Home Office
- Maintained client records and managed appointments using AdvicePro
- Translated legal and administrative documents between English, Romanian, and Spanish
- Assisted vulnerable clients in understanding legal procedures and official processes
- Managed invoices and financial records using QuickBooks
Volunteer - The Roma Project - Coventry, UK
(2020-10 - 2020-12)
- Supported members of the Romanian and Roma community with EUSS and benefits-related queries
- Assisted clients with Home Office and administrative matters