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.
