Experience

3PB Barristers

• United Kingdom
• Law Practice
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Barrister

  • Oct 2021 - Present

• Pupil Barrister

  • Oct 2020 - Oct 2021



NRG Lawyers

• Law Practice

• Advisory Board Member

  • Nov 2021 - Present



Bridging The Bar

• United Kingdom
• Legal Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Deputy Chairman

  • Feb 2020 - Present

• Deputy Chairman

  • Feb 2020 - Feb 2020



Signature Litigation

• United Kingdom
• Law Practice
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Commercial Litigation Paralegal

  • Nov 2019 - Oct 2020



Mishcon de Reya LLP

• United Kingdom
• Law Practice
• 700 & Above Employee

• Litigation Paralegal

  • Oct 2019 - Nov 2019



Legal Services

• London, United Kingdom

• Freelance Research and Drafting

  • Jan 2017 - Nov 2019

  Assistant to a commercial / chancery barrister drafting advices, correspondence, pleadings, applications, skeletons and orders, in matters ranging from contract, insolvency and PI to landlord and tenant, trusts, and probate. Assistant to a commercial / chancery barrister drafting advices, correspondence, pleadings, applications, skeletons and orders, in matters ranging from contract, insolvency and PI to landlord and tenant, trusts, and probate.



MEC Home

• London

• Director

  • Oct 2016 - Aug 2019

  Proprietor of an ecommerce business selling products via established marketplaces such as Amazon, with sales of £200,000+ over a 24 month period. Acquired strong practical commercial mindset through sole responsibility for decisions such as expansion, raising capital, outsourcing, marketing, accountancy and tax. Proprietor of an ecommerce business selling products via established marketplaces such as Amazon, with sales of £200,000+ over a 24 month period. Acquired strong practical commercial mindset through sole responsibility for decisions such as expansion, raising capital, outsourcing, marketing, accountancy and tax.



Baker & Partners

• Jersey
• Legal Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Paralegal

  • Aug 2018 - Jul 2019



BPP Legal Advice Clinic

• Volunteer Caseworker

  • Oct 2017 - Jun 2018

  Provide pro bono legal advice to small business clients across a wide range of commercial and company matters. Work includes preparation and conduct of conferences and drafting of legal advice letters. Advised a small business owner on IP rights for the B2C med-tech industry to enable expansion of customer base. Provide pro bono legal advice to small business clients across a wide range of commercial and company matters. Work includes preparation and conduct of conferences and drafting of legal advice letters. Advised a small business owner on IP rights for the B2C med-tech industry to enable expansion of customer base.



Oxford County Court

• Marshalling Pupil

  • Oct 2017 - Oct 2017

  Observed Recorder Jones over a three-day period. Gained insight into the daily workings of the court and how judges consider and manage cases, including a complex two-day trial relating to beneficial interests in property. Observed Recorder Jones over a three-day period. Gained insight into the daily workings of the court and how judges consider and manage cases, including a complex two-day trial relating to beneficial interests in property.



Gatehouse Chambers

• United Kingdom
• Legal Services
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Mini Pupil

  • Jan 2017 - Jan 2017

  Shadowed a number of tenants, engaged in commercial-chancery matters. Learnt techniques of effective advocacy, in particular the need for clear structuring of submissions, during applications in a conveyancing dispute for permission to instruct expert witnesses and for indemnity costs. Obtained experience of chancery claims, including a mediation in an inheritance dispute and preparation for CMC, and a lengthy trial for repossession of residential property. Increased understanding of… Show more Shadowed a number of tenants, engaged in commercial-chancery matters. Learnt techniques of effective advocacy, in particular the need for clear structuring of submissions, during applications in a conveyancing dispute for permission to instruct expert witnesses and for indemnity costs. Obtained experience of chancery claims, including a mediation in an inheritance dispute and preparation for CMC, and a lengthy trial for repossession of residential property. Increased understanding of CPR rules for appeals via research and discussion of arguments in a tax appeal. Show less Shadowed a number of tenants, engaged in commercial-chancery matters. Learnt techniques of effective advocacy, in particular the need for clear structuring of submissions, during applications in a conveyancing dispute for permission to instruct expert witnesses and for indemnity costs. Obtained experience of chancery claims, including a mediation in an inheritance dispute and preparation for CMC, and a lengthy trial for repossession of residential property. Increased understanding of… Show more Shadowed a number of tenants, engaged in commercial-chancery matters. Learnt techniques of effective advocacy, in particular the need for clear structuring of submissions, during applications in a conveyancing dispute for permission to instruct expert witnesses and for indemnity costs. Obtained experience of chancery claims, including a mediation in an inheritance dispute and preparation for CMC, and a lengthy trial for repossession of residential property. Increased understanding of CPR rules for appeals via research and discussion of arguments in a tax appeal. Show less



IBB Law

• United Kingdom
• Law Practice
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Legal Assistant

  • May 2016 - Jan 2017

  Developed in-depth knowledge of daily legal practice as paralegal in a team handling 200+ PI and clinical negligence matters. Tasks included discussing case merits with partners, instructing counsel and experts, drafting pleadings and fielding case enquiries. Developed in-depth knowledge of daily legal practice as paralegal in a team handling 200+ PI and clinical negligence matters. Tasks included discussing case merits with partners, instructing counsel and experts, drafting pleadings and fielding case enquiries.



Serle Court

• United Kingdom
• Legal Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Mini Pupil

  • Oct 2016 - Oct 2016

  Observed a number of high-profile chancery matters, including Fiona Trust v Primalov (with Dan McCourt Fritz and Justin Higgo), a freezing order over high-value assets. Debated how maxims of equity might be used to overturn a decision awarding damages for loss of profits over frozen assets. Observed a number of high-profile chancery matters, including Fiona Trust v Primalov (with Dan McCourt Fritz and Justin Higgo), a freezing order over high-value assets. Debated how maxims of equity might be used to overturn a decision awarding damages for loss of profits over frozen assets.



BLD Foundation

• United Kingdom
• Higher Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• LLP Candidate

  • Jan 2016 - Sep 2016

  Selected from several hundred candidates. Strengthened commercial awareness and negotiation skills through workshops at leading firms (​DAC​ ​Beachcroft, Sidley Austin). Enhanced public speaking experience: delivered speech on career opportunities to an audience of 150+ students and senior lawyers. Selected from several hundred candidates. Strengthened commercial awareness and negotiation skills through workshops at leading firms (​DAC​ ​Beachcroft, Sidley Austin). Enhanced public speaking experience: delivered speech on career opportunities to an audience of 150+ students and senior lawyers.



3 Paper Buildings

• London, United Kingdom

• Mini Pupil

  • May 2016 - May 2016

  Mentored by Joe England and attended five hearings, notably a cross-examination (with Carl Brewin) in a claim for failure to repay a secured loan. Learnt how to pose effective closed questions, properly put a case and use evidence to deconstruct opposition arguments. Mentored by Joe England and attended five hearings, notably a cross-examination (with Carl Brewin) in a claim for failure to repay a secured loan. Learnt how to pose effective closed questions, properly put a case and use evidence to deconstruct opposition arguments.



Zacchaeus 2000 Trust

• London, United Kingdom

• Volunteer Caseworker

  • Dec 2015 - May 2016

  Managed cases and appeared in appeals for social security allowances, before the First Tier Social Security Tribunal. Delivered a 100% success rate for clients: took instructions in conference, drafted correspondence, researched and prepared appeal submissions and appeared at hearings. Liaised with clients with poor English via interpreters: maintained calm during stressful experiences for clients, many of whose benefit revocations had caused extreme financial difficulties. Managed cases and appeared in appeals for social security allowances, before the First Tier Social Security Tribunal. Delivered a 100% success rate for clients: took instructions in conference, drafted correspondence, researched and prepared appeal submissions and appeared at hearings. Liaised with clients with poor English via interpreters: maintained calm during stressful experiences for clients, many of whose benefit revocations had caused extreme financial difficulties.



tribe

• United Kingdom
• Advertising Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Brand Warrior

  • Jul 2013 - May 2016

  Recent responsibilities have included promoting large international brands such as Coca Cola, as well as providing market research information for 2016 Calvin Klein releases. Honed and developed promotional sales, customer service, persuasive and interpersonal skills which are all essential vocational qualities. The role incorporates negotiation techniques and persuasive adeptness. Skill set attributes such as teamwork, preparation, organisation and public correspondence have… Show more Recent responsibilities have included promoting large international brands such as Coca Cola, as well as providing market research information for 2016 Calvin Klein releases. Honed and developed promotional sales, customer service, persuasive and interpersonal skills which are all essential vocational qualities. The role incorporates negotiation techniques and persuasive adeptness. Skill set attributes such as teamwork, preparation, organisation and public correspondence have become second nature in a demanding environment where, with colleagues, objectives must be set and met. Show less Recent responsibilities have included promoting large international brands such as Coca Cola, as well as providing market research information for 2016 Calvin Klein releases. Honed and developed promotional sales, customer service, persuasive and interpersonal skills which are all essential vocational qualities. The role incorporates negotiation techniques and persuasive adeptness. Skill set attributes such as teamwork, preparation, organisation and public correspondence have… Show more Recent responsibilities have included promoting large international brands such as Coca Cola, as well as providing market research information for 2016 Calvin Klein releases. Honed and developed promotional sales, customer service, persuasive and interpersonal skills which are all essential vocational qualities. The role incorporates negotiation techniques and persuasive adeptness. Skill set attributes such as teamwork, preparation, organisation and public correspondence have become second nature in a demanding environment where, with colleagues, objectives must be set and met. Show less



No5 Barristers' Chambers

• United Kingdom
• Legal Services
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Mini Pupillage

  • Apr 2016 - Apr 2016

  Invited to undertake a mini pupillage at this large mixed civil practice under the supervision of several junior barristers and an established QC. Attained exposure and learnt about the governing principles in previously unexplored areas of law, including Employment Tribunals, the Planning Court, the Court of Protection and various other commercial High court appearances. The majority of the week was spent in the RCJ. Built valuable professional relationships with barristers… Show more Invited to undertake a mini pupillage at this large mixed civil practice under the supervision of several junior barristers and an established QC. Attained exposure and learnt about the governing principles in previously unexplored areas of law, including Employment Tribunals, the Planning Court, the Court of Protection and various other commercial High court appearances. The majority of the week was spent in the RCJ. Built valuable professional relationships with barristers from this set and learnt more about the process of building up a large, international and high profile client list, whilst developing an understanding of how large civil sets vary from smaller specialist ones. Show less Invited to undertake a mini pupillage at this large mixed civil practice under the supervision of several junior barristers and an established QC. Attained exposure and learnt about the governing principles in previously unexplored areas of law, including Employment Tribunals, the Planning Court, the Court of Protection and various other commercial High court appearances. The majority of the week was spent in the RCJ. Built valuable professional relationships with barristers… Show more Invited to undertake a mini pupillage at this large mixed civil practice under the supervision of several junior barristers and an established QC. Attained exposure and learnt about the governing principles in previously unexplored areas of law, including Employment Tribunals, the Planning Court, the Court of Protection and various other commercial High court appearances. The majority of the week was spent in the RCJ. Built valuable professional relationships with barristers from this set and learnt more about the process of building up a large, international and high profile client list, whilst developing an understanding of how large civil sets vary from smaller specialist ones. Show less



Carter-Ruck

• United Kingdom
• Law Practice
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Work Placement

  • Mar 2016 - Mar 2016

  Gained exposure to media law: attended cases involving high-profile​ ​international​ ​clients. Developed analytical abilities through research of foreign legal systems. Gained exposure to media law: attended cases involving high-profile​ ​international​ ​clients. Developed analytical abilities through research of foreign legal systems.



187 Fleet Street | Chambers of Andrew Trollope QC and Richard Christie QC

• London, United Kingdom

• Mini Pupillage

  • Nov 2015 - Dec 2015

  Invited to undertake a week long mini pupillage at this criminal law set shadowing several junior barristers. The entire week was spent in court observing trials and discussing the facts and progress of cases. This mini pupillage was an excellent opportunity to observe an area of the bar that regularly calls upon the advocacy skills of counsel as well as the chance to contrast different styles of advocacy and their effectiveness. Barristers from 187 Fleet Street were very helpful and… Show more Invited to undertake a week long mini pupillage at this criminal law set shadowing several junior barristers. The entire week was spent in court observing trials and discussing the facts and progress of cases. This mini pupillage was an excellent opportunity to observe an area of the bar that regularly calls upon the advocacy skills of counsel as well as the chance to contrast different styles of advocacy and their effectiveness. Barristers from 187 Fleet Street were very helpful and made it possible to learn a lot about their individual approaches towards their legal arguments, which in turn provided a greater understanding of how to influence judges and juries. It was also interesting to observe the respective roles of witnesses and defendants, and in particular the jury's reception of evidence submitted in cross examination. Discussions were often had with counsel about this, and the importance of non-verbal communication in court which can greatly influence a verdict. During this mini pupillage it was evident to see the effect that limited CPS resources had on the strength of prosecution. It was enthralling to witness the significant role prosecuting counsel play in reacting pragmatically to ever changing events whilst managing the expectations of claimants, judges and indeed to the CPS. This experience with 187 Fleet Street served as a great reference point with which the criminal bar can be compared and contrasted with other work experience undertaken, for example other mini pupillages at the Chancery or Commercial bar. Show less Invited to undertake a week long mini pupillage at this criminal law set shadowing several junior barristers. The entire week was spent in court observing trials and discussing the facts and progress of cases. This mini pupillage was an excellent opportunity to observe an area of the bar that regularly calls upon the advocacy skills of counsel as well as the chance to contrast different styles of advocacy and their effectiveness. Barristers from 187 Fleet Street were very helpful and… Show more Invited to undertake a week long mini pupillage at this criminal law set shadowing several junior barristers. The entire week was spent in court observing trials and discussing the facts and progress of cases. This mini pupillage was an excellent opportunity to observe an area of the bar that regularly calls upon the advocacy skills of counsel as well as the chance to contrast different styles of advocacy and their effectiveness. Barristers from 187 Fleet Street were very helpful and made it possible to learn a lot about their individual approaches towards their legal arguments, which in turn provided a greater understanding of how to influence judges and juries. It was also interesting to observe the respective roles of witnesses and defendants, and in particular the jury's reception of evidence submitted in cross examination. Discussions were often had with counsel about this, and the importance of non-verbal communication in court which can greatly influence a verdict. During this mini pupillage it was evident to see the effect that limited CPS resources had on the strength of prosecution. It was enthralling to witness the significant role prosecuting counsel play in reacting pragmatically to ever changing events whilst managing the expectations of claimants, judges and indeed to the CPS. This experience with 187 Fleet Street served as a great reference point with which the criminal bar can be compared and contrasted with other work experience undertaken, for example other mini pupillages at the Chancery or Commercial bar. Show less



Henderson Chambers

• United Kingdom
• Law Practice
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Mini Pupillage

  • Nov 2015 - Nov 2015

  Observed matters with Paul Skinner, including a claim for fire damage involving contested liability and contributory negligence. Reviewed papers and expert evidence, and discussed apportionment of liability with counsel. Observed matters with Paul Skinner, including a claim for fire damage involving contested liability and contributory negligence. Reviewed papers and expert evidence, and discussed apportionment of liability with counsel.



One Essex Court

• London, United Kingdom

• Mini Pupillage

  • Nov 2015 - Nov 2015

  Attended this civil, chancery and common law set for a week long mini-­pupillage, shadowing and observing several junior barristers who worked in different practice areas. The week consisted of perusing the documents of active cases and discussing them with barristers. A significant amount of time was also spent observing trials and hearings at various levels in the court. Observed various areas of law in practice including landlord and tenant, commercial property and medical negligence… Show more Attended this civil, chancery and common law set for a week long mini-­pupillage, shadowing and observing several junior barristers who worked in different practice areas. The week consisted of perusing the documents of active cases and discussing them with barristers. A significant amount of time was also spent observing trials and hearings at various levels in the court. Observed various areas of law in practice including landlord and tenant, commercial property and medical negligence disputes. Particular observations of interest during this mini pupillage included learning about the tactical cross examination of expert witnesses and how to dissect information and draft opinions. The experience was a great insight into the profession. The main benefit accrued was the opportunity to perceive contrasting advacoacy styles, as well as viewing the important role and duties of expert witnesses. Show less Attended this civil, chancery and common law set for a week long mini-­pupillage, shadowing and observing several junior barristers who worked in different practice areas. The week consisted of perusing the documents of active cases and discussing them with barristers. A significant amount of time was also spent observing trials and hearings at various levels in the court. Observed various areas of law in practice including landlord and tenant, commercial property and medical negligence… Show more Attended this civil, chancery and common law set for a week long mini-­pupillage, shadowing and observing several junior barristers who worked in different practice areas. The week consisted of perusing the documents of active cases and discussing them with barristers. A significant amount of time was also spent observing trials and hearings at various levels in the court. Observed various areas of law in practice including landlord and tenant, commercial property and medical negligence disputes. Particular observations of interest during this mini pupillage included learning about the tactical cross examination of expert witnesses and how to dissect information and draft opinions. The experience was a great insight into the profession. The main benefit accrued was the opportunity to perceive contrasting advacoacy styles, as well as viewing the important role and duties of expert witnesses. Show less



Blake -Turner & Co Solicitors

• London, United Kingdom

• Vacation Scheme/Work Placement

  • Oct 2015 - Oct 2015

  Invited to undertake a 2 week vacation scheme under the supervision of a Partner who worked predominantly in construction law, commercial dispute resolution and litigation. Time at this firm was spent attending client conferences and networking with other professionals in the construction industry which provided an insight into the commercial relationships and legal challenges of lucrative construction projects. A considerable amount of time was spent learning about the legal… Show more Invited to undertake a 2 week vacation scheme under the supervision of a Partner who worked predominantly in construction law, commercial dispute resolution and litigation. Time at this firm was spent attending client conferences and networking with other professionals in the construction industry which provided an insight into the commercial relationships and legal challenges of lucrative construction projects. A considerable amount of time was spent learning about the legal processes and requirements of commercial and construction law agreements. This included working on active cases in which it was necessary to conduct research on alternative dispute resolution and maintain the necessary commercial awareness in order to reach an amicable outcome for parties of a contract. Involvement in these cases included the responsibility of drafting and proofreading a range of contracts and documents pertaining to contracts and tort law. In addition, the work included a number of private client cases which often involved large oversees clients who instructed the firm to manage financial and constructional affairs. It was an opportunity to gain exposure the responsibilities and issues that arise with such clients in practice and learnt how to work effectively and professionally in order to adhere to such demands. Show less Invited to undertake a 2 week vacation scheme under the supervision of a Partner who worked predominantly in construction law, commercial dispute resolution and litigation. Time at this firm was spent attending client conferences and networking with other professionals in the construction industry which provided an insight into the commercial relationships and legal challenges of lucrative construction projects. A considerable amount of time was spent learning about the legal… Show more Invited to undertake a 2 week vacation scheme under the supervision of a Partner who worked predominantly in construction law, commercial dispute resolution and litigation. Time at this firm was spent attending client conferences and networking with other professionals in the construction industry which provided an insight into the commercial relationships and legal challenges of lucrative construction projects. A considerable amount of time was spent learning about the legal processes and requirements of commercial and construction law agreements. This included working on active cases in which it was necessary to conduct research on alternative dispute resolution and maintain the necessary commercial awareness in order to reach an amicable outcome for parties of a contract. Involvement in these cases included the responsibility of drafting and proofreading a range of contracts and documents pertaining to contracts and tort law. In addition, the work included a number of private client cases which often involved large oversees clients who instructed the firm to manage financial and constructional affairs. It was an opportunity to gain exposure the responsibilities and issues that arise with such clients in practice and learnt how to work effectively and professionally in order to adhere to such demands. Show less



RM plc

• United Kingdom
• IT Services and IT Consulting
• 700 & Above Employee

• Data Input Analyst

  • Jul 2015 - Aug 2015

  Managed the input of sensitive educational data for hundreds of primary and secondary school students to strict deadlines in an intense corporate environment. Learnt to use bespoke company software and Microsoft Office quickly and efficiently to communicate data to colleagues and present it in data tables for analysis. Specific attention to detail was needed to register the marks of students, particularly when checking the accuracy of data input from colleagues. Managed the input of sensitive educational data for hundreds of primary and secondary school students to strict deadlines in an intense corporate environment. Learnt to use bespoke company software and Microsoft Office quickly and efficiently to communicate data to colleagues and present it in data tables for analysis. Specific attention to detail was needed to register the marks of students, particularly when checking the accuracy of data input from colleagues.



University of Westminster Law Society

• Senior Mooting Officer

  • Jul 2014 - Jul 2015

  The Law Society of the University of Westminster is proactive and facilitative in ensuring that students develop the additional skills, outside of great academia, that are needed to become a professional in the legal sphere. As Senior Mooting Officer, it was my duty to organise and ensure the smooth running of both internal and external mooting competitions. In addition, the capacity of this role also includes the coaching and duplication of the essential skills and techniques needed in… Show more The Law Society of the University of Westminster is proactive and facilitative in ensuring that students develop the additional skills, outside of great academia, that are needed to become a professional in the legal sphere. As Senior Mooting Officer, it was my duty to organise and ensure the smooth running of both internal and external mooting competitions. In addition, the capacity of this role also includes the coaching and duplication of the essential skills and techniques needed in mooting and negotiation, which were taught via online tutorials and a series of scheduled workshops. Show less The Law Society of the University of Westminster is proactive and facilitative in ensuring that students develop the additional skills, outside of great academia, that are needed to become a professional in the legal sphere. As Senior Mooting Officer, it was my duty to organise and ensure the smooth running of both internal and external mooting competitions. In addition, the capacity of this role also includes the coaching and duplication of the essential skills and techniques needed in… Show more The Law Society of the University of Westminster is proactive and facilitative in ensuring that students develop the additional skills, outside of great academia, that are needed to become a professional in the legal sphere. As Senior Mooting Officer, it was my duty to organise and ensure the smooth running of both internal and external mooting competitions. In addition, the capacity of this role also includes the coaching and duplication of the essential skills and techniques needed in mooting and negotiation, which were taught via online tutorials and a series of scheduled workshops. Show less



Costa Coffee

• United Kingdom
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Barista

  • Mar 2012 - Sep 2012

  During my course of part time employment at Costa Coffee, I acquired and developed the skills of great customer care in a demanding commercial environment. I was trained in the discipline of making and serving a vast array of hot and cold drinks at brand standard, as well as health and safety procedures, store cleanliness and the efficient opening and closing of the store. During my course of part time employment at Costa Coffee, I acquired and developed the skills of great customer care in a demanding commercial environment. I was trained in the discipline of making and serving a vast array of hot and cold drinks at brand standard, as well as health and safety procedures, store cleanliness and the efficient opening and closing of the store.