Legal academic researcher

Profile summary

I have experience in undertaking in-depth research and proffering solutions on current legal affairs. I can work with little or no supervision. I thrive under pressure and deadlines excellently. I have acquired interpersonal skills to effectively communicate both through speech and in writing. I can think fast and innovatively. I plan by prioritising workloads and organising strategies to effectively produce indelible results.

Education and qualifications

September 2019 – September 2020: University of Hertfordshire: Qualification: Masters of Law in International Energy and Environmental Law. Distinction (predicted)

February 2019 – August 2019: Professional Certification- Human Resource Management.

July 2017 – August 2018: Nigeria Law School: Qualification: BL (Barrister at Law)

September 2017- December 2017: (Associate) Chartered Institute of Arbitrators CIARB

September 2015 – July 2017: University of Hertfordshire: L.L.B(Hons) with First Class Honours.

September 2014 – December 2014: Unique School of Studies: International Law Foundation diploma with Distinction.

Relevant Work Experience

(Research Assistant), TRIGO COMPANY

February 2020- MARCH 2020

Updating and storing information in Excel.

Supporting a team of three to help with the overload of the research assignment.

Diligently and efficiently followed specific clear sets of instructions.

(Associate Researcher), Deji Soremi Law Firm.

August 2018- September 2019

Conducted research and advised clients, prepared legal documents and represented individuals, families and businesses in various courts in Nigeria.

Written reports, Interviewed and counselled clients confidentially.

Represented name brands in Alternative Dispute Resolution.

(RESEARCH ASSISTANT), Bureau of Public ENTERPRISE (Part time)

August 2018-November 2019

Researched current post-transactional affairs relating to pension schemes and logged an online excel format database to replicate outstanding payments of civil service pensioners.

Handled general administrative duties; Drafted memos, attended meetings with line managers and took the minutes of the meetings.

Legal Internships Opportunities

Reliance Law Firm (May 2018-July 2018): Researched and gathered evidence in formulating defense or initiating legal actions.

Edited contract agreements, drafted legal charges and took instructions from principal.

Diary and meeting arrangements which improved my ability to be able to manage time as well as prioritise workloads.

Other Work Experience

BARRACUDAS ACTIVITY DAY CAMP UK (Multi-activity Instructor)

(July 2016 –August 2016)

• Taught motor mania skills builder course and supervised all risk assessment and this aided in to enable organisation and management efficacy.

BISSY PRETZELS (Quality Control Supervisor)

(October 2015 – June 2016)

• Regularly updated the product stocks and reflected this in the store records for transparency and accountability purposes.

Awards or Skills or Extra Qualifications

(Volunteer Work).

Sunday-school children teacher and ASSISTANT PROGRAM facilitator

August 2018 - September 2019.

Taught children (4-16) years age range and supervised ongoing teachings each Sundays.

Drafted monthly outline of Sunday teaching programs to be carried out.

Innovated games and fun activities for different diverse sessions, creating variety.

(volunteer) Crucial Crew (June 2016 – July 2016)

Taught high school children on the cautionary measures applicable on internet communication.

(Student Leadership Awards) University of Hertfordshire

Professional Development Certificate (2015-2017)

Active participation in the Law society through, public speaking, debating, mooting, Trial Advocacy, War of Words, Client Interviewing: and Mediation.

Referees: References are available upon request.

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