Dariush Dogmetchi

LLM International Finance Law graduate from King's College London, awarded Distinction, with client-facing legal experience across university legal clinics and City law firm placements. Experienced in legal research, drafting, client interviewing and case preparation, including a maritime arbitration case note published internally at a leading shipping law practice, alongside management experience in an FCA-regulated commercial environment. Seeking to build a long-term career in legal practice and progress towards qualification as a solicitor.

Legal Clinic Advisor at King's College London Legal Clinic (2025-10 – 2026-07)

• Advised clients on immigration and refugee law matters under solicitor supervision within a multidisciplinary pro bono clinic team.
• Conducted client interviews, identified key legal issues and produced attendance notes, correspondence and supporting case documentation.
• Researched UK immigration, asylum and human rights law using legal databases and prepared case files and evidence for supervising lawyers.

Legal Placement at Campbell Johnston Clark (CJC) (2025-08 – 2025-08)

• Supported lawyers on live maritime disputes involving charterparty terms and cargo claims, including case preparation and attendance at chambers.
• Researched recent maritime judgments and authored a case note analysing their legal and commercial implications, published in the firm's internal newsletter.
• Drafted five case summaries and observed arbitration preparation involving shipowners, charterers and insurers.

Vacation Scheme at Behbahani & Co Solicitors (2025-08 – 2025-09)

• Supported four active corporate immigration matters, including work for a Dubai based business establishing UK operations.
• Researched UK business immigration routes, sponsor compliance and Home Office requirements to support case strategy.
• Assisted with Skilled Worker visa application materials and supporting documentation, checking evidence against Home Office requirements.

Legal Assistant at City Community Legal Advice Centre (CityCLAC) (2024-10 – 2025-05)

• Assisted disabled and elderly clients with Personal Independence Payment applications, identifying relevant evidence relating to daily living and mobility criteria.
• Conducted client interviews, handled sensitive personal information and helped prepare supporting documentation for benefit applications.

Assistant Store Leader (previously Retail Sales Advisor) at Virgin Media O2 (2025-01 – Present)

• Promoted within 12 months to support leadership of a team of 10+ in an FCA-regulated operation generating over £7m in annual revenue, managing escalations while maintaining commercial and compliance standards.

Master of Laws (LLM) in International Finance Law (Specialism Pathway) – King's College London (2025-09 – 2026-06)

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) in Graduate Entry – City, University of London (2023-09 – 2025-06)

Bachelor of Arts (BA) in History – Queen Mary University of London (2020-09 – 2023-06)