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3 Edgar Buildings, George Street
Bath, England BA1 2FJ
Cell: 07956 654 32
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Summary
Innovative and successful Barrister, highly effective at developing creative case strategies and writing persuasive briefs. Thrives in dynamic environments and quickly adapts to the ever-changing demands of the legal field. Detail-orientated, conscientious, and organised with 9 years experience achieving favourable outcomes in court cases. Well versed in trial preparation, research, and drafting legal documents. Tackles cases with tenacity and an analytical mindset.
Highlights
Court procedures
Document review
Contract negotiation
Regulatory compliance
Trademark and patent licencing
Skilled mediator
Exceptional negotiator
Outstanding public speaker
Professional and personable
Strong leader
Accomplishments
Successfully defended automotive manufacturer in preliminary injunction proceedings and District Court appeal.
Obtained favourable settlements in 75% of cases.
Volunteered with Legal Aid of England for 32 hours per month, including numerous “ask a solicitor” events.
Experience
October 2012 to Current
Bath City Beat Bath, England
General Legal Counsel
Develop and implement legal strategies for website content.
Counsel on laws and liabilities for music hosting and artist services.
Evaluate data involving assets, income, expenditures, and surpluses.
Structure contracts and agreements with clients, vendors, and employees.
Determine applicable laws for issues such as real estate purchases and licencing of content.
July 2004 to September 2012
Caldwell Law Firm Bath, England
Barrister
Retained as outside counsel for companies and businesses.
Investigated complaints of retaliatory and discriminatory employment practises.
Developed detailed litigation strategies for each case.
Selected jurors, argued motions, and met judges during the course of a trial.
Presented and summarised cases to both judges and juries.
Filed appeals in state and federal courts of appeal.
Analysed data to test compliance with all legal reporting regulations.
Drafted and amended complaints.
Education
2004 University of Cambridge Cambridge, England
Juris Doctorate
2001 University of Cambridge Cambridge, England
Bachelor of Science Political Science
Emphasis in International Relations and Constitutional Law