Angel Ezeani

Acted as a first point of contact for clients via telephone and email, handling sensitive family law matters professionally. Drafted client care letters outlining the instructions by solicitors and advice provided. Maintained accurate data entry records for open and closed matters using Excel spreadsheets.

Paralegal at Emily Joel Solicitors (2025-11 – Present)

• Acted as a first point of contact for clients via telephone and email, handling sensitive family law matters professionally.
• Drafted client care letters outlining the instructions by solicitors and advice provided.
• Maintained accurate data entry records for open and closed matters using Excel spreadsheets.
• Managed appointment scheduling and client follow-ups in relation to legal aid compliance documentation.
• Assisted with client correspondence and preparing documentation for court.
• Organised and prepared hard copy files for compliance, including printing, indexing, and ensuring client identification and due diligence documentation were properly filed.
• Contacted Chambers to formally instruct Counsel and coordinate availability for upcoming hearings.
• Completed legal aid application training and applied for legal aid on behalf of clients.

SEN Learning Support Assistant at Walthamstow School for Girls (2025-09 – 2025-11)

• Applied problem-solving strategies to manage challenging situations, balancing empathy and patience during student support sessions.
• Provided feedback to teachers on student progress and challenges to support student learning and engagement.
• Complied and updated student support logs, ensuring documentation was organised and accessible for teachers and the SENCO.
• Recorded and updated data for SIMS and Excel, ensuring accurate notes and student profiles while maintaining confidentiality.
• Assisted in the preparation and adaption of learning materials to meet diverse student needs.

Work Shadowing and Mentoring Internship at HM Courts and Tribunals Service (2024-11 – 2024-11)

• Liaised with legal advisers and criminal defence lawyers to gain practical insights into the magistrate court process.
• Produced detailed case notes from 10+ hearings daily, supporting legal advisers with record keeping.
• Observed plea hearings, bail and remand applications, and youth court proceedings over a three-day placement at Medway Magistrates' Court.
• Attended solicitor–client conferences in custody cells, developing an understanding of defence strategy and client care obligations.

Judge Marshall at Canterbury Crown Court (2024-05 – 2024-05)

• Successfully marshalled in the civil division of Canterbury Crown Court for Judge Furness.
• Participated in chambers discussions with the Judge, deepening my understanding of how case law, procedural rules, and legal principles are applied in practice.
• Produced accurate and structured notes of small claims cases, strengthening attention to detail and legal research skills transferable to case management.

Legal Volunteer at UKC Law Clinic (2024-01 – 2024-05)

• Drafted clear and concise notes on client telephone meetings for solicitors, demonstrating my attention to detail and professional communication.
• Worked efficiently within a team to resolve client concerns, sharing knowledge from research and legislations to improve the delivery of service and complete group tasks.
• Collaborated with colleagues to prepare for client interviews, identifying legal issues and ensuring accurate documentation of client concerns.
• Answered telephone calls from clients professionally whilst documenting their concerns and ensuring timely follow up.
• Scheduled client interviews and ensured accurate documentation of case details.
• Completed data entry of client information, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality in all cases at the law clinic.

Waitress at Barebones Restaurant (2024-08 – 2025-06)

• Enhanced customer experience by tailoring recommendations to individual preferences, increasing overall customer satisfaction.
• Worked under pressure in a fast-paced open kitchen restaurant, while ensuring that customers meals were presented with care.
• Communicated effectively with kitchen staff and management to ensure prompt customer service.

Tuckers Solicitors Volunteer Student Clerk at Canterbury Crown Court (2023-06 – 2025-07)

• Attended Canterbury and Maidstone Crown Courts, gaining firsthand exposure to the dynamics of courtroom procedures, legal arguments, and the functioning of the criminal justice system.
• Demonstrated strong organisational skills by managing large volumes of case documents efficiently.
• Created and maintained well-organised case files to facilitate seamless access to information.
• Drafted attendance notes following each court day for solicitors, ensuring clear communication of court instructions.
• Participated in client conferences with barristers and solicitors to observe case discussions and strategy.

Internship Participant at Advocacy Week (2022-07 – 2022-07)

• Competitively selected for a summer program dedicated to enhancing employability skills.
• Developed confidence in professional articulation and legal reasoning in a legal setting.
• Participated in examination-in-chief and cross-examination exercises, applying advocacy techniques to analyse evidence and question witnesses effectively.

Integrated Master of Law LLB and Advanced Legal Practice (Hons) in Law – University of Kent (2021 – 2025)

A-Levels in Law, English Literature, History – Drapers Academy (2014 – 2021)

GCSE in General Education – Drapers Academy (2021)