Rija Ali

Final-year LLB (Hons) candidate, University of London, with hands-on legal experience spanning litigation drafting, court proceedings, corporate agreements, and cross-border legal research. Proven ability to support case preparation across civil, family, and corporate matters, with strong analytical, research, and advocacy skills developed across multiple law firm placements. Seeking a full-time role where academic rigor and practical legal exposure can drive immediate impact.

Legal Intern - Surridge and Beecheno

• Conduct legal research on statutes, case law, and legal issues to support ongoing matters.
• Assist with drafting, reviewing, and refining legal documents and correspondence.
• Support senior lawyers with case preparation, document analysis, and legal research.
• Gain practical exposure to litigation and corporate legal matters in a leading law firm environment.

Legal Intern - FFB Law Associates

• Drafted litigation documents, including pleadings and applications, for active civil, family, and corporate matters.
• Gained direct court experience by attending hearings and assisting senior counsel during proceedings.
• Supported case preparation and legal research across civil litigation, family law, and corporate disputes.

Legal Intern - Naqvi and Ahmed, LLP

• Conducted in-depth legal research on case law, statutes, and precedents to support litigation and advisory matters.
• Assisted in drafting, reviewing, and vetting commercial and corporate agreements, ensuring legal compliance and risk mitigation.
• Researched LCIA (London Court of International Arbitration) rules and procedures, gaining exposure to international arbitration.
• Collaborated with senior associates across corporate and dispute resolution practice areas.

Legal Intern - SW Associates

• Conducted case law research and assisted with legal drafting and filings.
• Observed client consultations and litigation procedures.
• Gained insight into corporate legal practices.

Part-Time Legal Employee - The Chidolue Law Firm, PLC

• Supported a U.S.-based international immigration firm remotely, via Upwork, on a part-time basis.
• Assisted with immigration case documentation and client-facing research tasks.

Legal Researcher - Remote (via Upwork)

• Conducted legal research for an international law firm on an independent, remote basis.
• Delivered research findings to support ongoing case and advisory work.

LLB (Hons) - Law - University of London (via Denning Law School) (2026)

Foundation Programme - Law Track - Denning International Foundation — NCC London

Higher Secondary School Certificate - Aga Khan Higher Secondary School (AKU-EB)

Secondary School Certificate - Habib Girls' School (AKU-EB)