Gagandeep Kohli

Detail-oriented Paralegal with over 10 years' experience supporting lawyers across immigration, litigation, family and conveyancing matters. Highly proficient in legal research, case management and drafting complex legal documentation within fast-paced environments. Strong record of maintaining regulatory compliance, managing sensitive client matters and delivering high-quality work under pressure.

SQE2 Study Break at Barbri Legal Education (2025-04 – Present)

Dedicated full-time preparation for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE2), focusing on practical legal skills including advocacy, interviewing & attendance notes, drafting, legal writing, research and case & matter analysis.

Corporate Governance Paralegal at London Square Development (2024-12 – 2025-04)

• Provided dual support across legal and corporate governance functions.
• Maintained statutory records and ensured Companies House compliance for multiple group entities.
• Advised senior leadership on corporate governance best practice and revised legal documentation.
• Implemented contract management systems to improve workflow and compliance.
• Drafted, reviewed and negotiated NDAs, consultant agreements and development documentation.
• Conducted legal research on regulatory developments in real estate and construction law.

Volunteer Paralegal and Office Administrator at Human Welfare International Charitable Trust (2022-01 – 2024-12)

• Volunteered legal assistance in immigration matters supporting vulnerable individuals.
• Conducted detailed research on human rights legislation, international treaties and case law.
• Collaborated with NGOs, social workers and external professionals in community workshops.
• Assisted with charity commission accounts and supported annual audits.
• Ensured compliance with charity commission and health & safety regulations.

Paralegal at David Benson Solicitors (2020-01 – 2022-10)

• Led Immigration Legal Aid case management under senior supervision.
• Drafted appendix FM, leave to remain and asylum applications, appeals and representations.
• Prepared complex chronologies, trial bundles and electronic case files.
• Maintained strong client relationships and provided mentorship to junior paralegals.

Paralegal at Sriharan's Solicitors (2018-02 – 2020-12)

• Drafted pleadings, trial bundles and court documentation.
• Independently managed small caseloads from intake through to resolution.
• Conducted legal research using Westlaw and LexisNexis.

Summer Internships at Jung & Co, Edward Desilva & Co, Asher & Tomar Solicitors (2015 – 2017)

• Conducted legal research and drafted memos, correspondence and contract templates.
• Assisted in preparing exhibits, witness lists and trial materials.
• Supported client interviews and file administration.

Pathway to Law Internship at Linklaters (2014 – 2015)

• Supported senior staff with legal research and file management.
• Prepared and organised court and client documentation.
• Provided administrative support and observed court proceedings.

Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE2) in Law – Barbri Legal Education (2025-11)

LLM Legal Practice Course in Law – BPP University (2019 – 2021)

LLB (Hons) in Law – University of Hertfordshire (2014 – 2017)