Shelter Legal
January 2013-Present
Legal Research Assistant/ Families Unit Assistant
• Helping the solicitors process Legal Aid forms, using a large case management system (CICM) to extract information, and organizing it to present a case for funding.
• Assisting solicitors in finding applicable case law and legislation that they can present at court.
• Communicating and conversing with both clients and the opposing legal teams for additional information or clarification.
• Writing articles for publication in the Shelter national newsletters and online blog.
• I also assisted with the families unit of the company over summer, which culminated in a group of disadvantaged children aged 6-16 performing a successful theatre show for their parents. This was incredibly enjoyable and gave me practical experience in working with young people.
University of Strathclyde
2010– 2014 Graduated with a 2.1 Honours in Law (LLB)
I recently graduated this year with a 2.1 Honours degree in Law (LLB). My dissertation this year focused on Discrimination Law in employment and recruitment, and I received a First grade mark for my work. Throughout my time at Strathclyde I have joined several groups, including the Mooting Society and the Debate Society.
University of Glasgow
2007-2009 Graduated with Higher Diploma in Social Sciences
Upon leaving school I studied at Glasgow University in the Social Sciences faculty, studying English Literature, History and English Language. During my time at the University I was active in various student areas, including taking up a position as a class representative.
In addition I also achieved an 140 Hours TEFL certificate at Scholar Level.
