Samar A

I’m a final year LLB law student looking to gain experience as a paralegal.

Legal Administrator assistant / Call handler at Dometic Abuse Alliance (2026-02 – Present)

• Handled a high volume of inbound and outbound calls, acting as the first point of contact for clients seeking assistance with Non-Molestation Orders and Child Arrangement Orders, providing clear guidance and professional support during sensitive situations.
• Maintained regular communication with clients to provide updates on their cases, demonstrating empathy and confidentiality.
• Accurately recorded client information and worked with caseworkers on the team to ensure matters progressed.

Luxury Sales Associate at Onitsuka Tiger (Lifestyle brand of ASICS) (2024-01 – Present)

• Proactively resolved customer purchase queries in-person and over the phone, delivering exceptional service and ensuring high levels of satisfaction.
• Strategically managed shop floor stock and merchandising, ensuring optimal product availability and visually appealing displays to maximise sales potential.
• Provided tailored customer experiences, expertly advising on and upselling products to meet individual needs and consistently exceed sales targets.

Funding and Data Entry Assistant at Capital City College (2025-08 – 2025-09)

• Entered and maintained student funding data accurately in college systems to meet funding requirements
• Reviewed and verified supporting documents to ensure records were correct and complete.
• Coordinated with finance and admin teams to prepare reports and meet deadlines for funding reviews

Volunteer Teaching Assistant at Goodmayes Primary School (2022-04 – 2022-06)

• Provided targeted one-on-one and small group support across reading and writing.
• Developed and prepared engaging educational resources, including worksheets and lesson material.
• Delivered constructive and encouraging informal feedback to students, effectively guiding them to understand and rectify errors.

Student Volunteer at City Community Legal Advice Centre (2025-01 – 2025-03)

• Assisted clients with completing Personal Independent Payment (PIP) claim forms, ensuring accurate responses tailored to each individual's circumstances.
• Conducted client interviews in a sensitive and respectful manner to gather detailed medical and personal evidence relevant to the eligibility criteria.
• Developed strong written communication skills by drafting clear, carefully reviewed answers aligned with DWP descriptors.
• Worked with supervising solicitors and volunteers to ensure the delivery of high quality legal support

Legal Assistant at FSL Solicitors (2022-07 – 2022-08)

• Managed and maintained comprehensive filing systems for sensitive client records, including both physical and electronic formats, ensuring data integrity and accessibility
• Conducted thorough legal research into immigration laws, policies, and case precedents, providing critical support for casework and client advice.
• Efficiently managed high volumes of incoming calls, accurately directing enquiries to the relevant team members and ensuring good communication flow within the office.

LLB in Law – City University of London (2023-09 – 2026)

A Levels – Mayfield Sixth Form (2021-09 – 2023)

GCSE's – Mayfield Secondary School (2016-09 – 2021)