03/08/2015 – 07/08/2015 Elliot Mathers Solicitors Chesterfield
I participated in a mentoring scheme shadowing solicitor, Paul
Hollyer. This helped me become familiar with the duties and responsibilities
that attached to the professional commitments.
20/04/2015 – 22/04/2015 Chambers of F. Khan Nottingham
I
shadowed Barrister Forz Khan in Nottinghamshire Crown Court making invaluable
observations and benefiting from the barristers extensive feedback on how
decisions are reached and steps taken into interviewing clients.
24/09/2014 - 30/06/2015 Legal Clinic Programme Derby
I participated in the legal clinic programme which
was provided by University of Derby. I shadowed Paul Stubbs, a managing
Director at Edward, hands and Lewis firm handling and resolving issues
comprising of legal matters such as contract law and dispute resolution for
residential tenants.
10/12/2014 - 10/01/2015 Mooting Officer Derby
Law Society
Working closely with the Law School to arrange the internal mooting competitions, and entering students into external competitions. Additional responsibilities included organising
events such as Law talks, advocacy sessions, negotiations
and Law Fairs to get students the opportunity to gain contacts from professionals
for work experience. This is also to help broaden the knowledge and skills
expected of students when entering the legal sector.