Lakshani Dabarera

Detail-oriented legal professional with four years' experience supporting case preparation, legal research, evidence analysis and client interviewing in a busy legal practice, together with an MSc in International Law and Security. Strong interest in public law, human rights and access to justice, with a genuine commitment to communicating clearly and empathetically with clients and building the trust needed to achieve good outcomes for them. Comfortable working independently on assigned matters while collaborating closely as part of a wider team.

Legal Assistant - Law Office of K. L. Newton Perera

(2021-01 - 2025-02)

• Reviewed legal documents to ensure accuracy, clarity and compliance ahead of case proceedings
• Assisted with case preparation, including organising and managing case files
• Conducted legal research using LexisNexis and other sources to support live matters
• Analysed and supported evidence gathering, helping build clear and well-organised case files
• Interviewed clients directly and recorded key information accurately to support their cases

Commerce Tutor (Online & Italy-based students) - Self-employed

(2022-04 - 2025-02)

• Delivered lessons in Accounting, Business Studies and Economics to students remotely
• Developed lesson plans and learning materials tailored to individual student needs
• Assessed student progress and provided constructive, clearly communicated feedback

MSc - International Law and Security - University of the West of England, Bristol, UK

LLB (Law-related degree equivalent) - Law - APIIT Sri Lanka (affiliated with Staffordshire University) (2018 - 2020)

GCE Advanced Level - Accounting, Business Studies, Economics - British Council, Colombo (2015 - 2017)

IELTS - English Language - British Council (2023)