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United Kingdom

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

Treasurer and Committe Member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, West Midlands Branch Committee.• Oversaw all financial transactions and maintained detailed records of all financial transactions, includingreceipts, invoices, and bank statements.• Prepared end-of-year financial statements for the annual general meeting (AGM) and external auditors.• Ensured the branch complied with financial regulations and legal requirements, including tax obligations.• Authorized and… Show more Treasurer and Committe Member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, West Midlands Branch Committee.• Oversaw all financial transactions and maintained detailed records of all financial transactions, includingreceipts, invoices, and bank statements.• Prepared end-of-year financial statements for the annual general meeting (AGM) and external auditors.• Ensured the branch complied with financial regulations and legal requirements, including tax obligations.• Authorized and processed payments for branch expenses, including reimbursements to members.• Worked closely with the Chapter Chair and other committee members to support the financial aspects of branch activities. Show less

Solihull, England, United Kingdom

•Demonstrated proficiency across a wide range of areas, including debt management, housing rights, employment law, welfare benefits, and consumer protection, allowing for comprehensive support to clients facing multifaceted challenges.• Achieved 90% rate of case resolution by effectively assessing clients' needs, providing accurate information and advice, and guiding them through the necessary steps to address their issues, resulting in positive outcomes for clients.• Maintained 100%… Show more •Demonstrated proficiency across a wide range of areas, including debt management, housing rights, employment law, welfare benefits, and consumer protection, allowing for comprehensive support to clients facing multifaceted challenges.• Achieved 90% rate of case resolution by effectively assessing clients' needs, providing accurate information and advice, and guiding them through the necessary steps to address their issues, resulting in positive outcomes for clients.• Maintained 100% client confidentiality in strict accordance with GDPR guidelines, safeguarding sensitive information and earning trust through an unwavering commitment to data privacy protection.• Successfully intervened in crisis situations to prevent homelessness, alleviate financial hardship, or resolve disputes, leveraging knowledge of relevant laws, policies, and resources to empower clients and improve their quality of life.• Established collaborative partnerships with local authorities, charities, legal clinics, and other stakeholders to enhance access to support services and coordinate assistance for vulnerable individuals and families. Show less

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

Assisted clients going through the civil court process as litigants in person.• Provided comprehensive support to witnesses and victims, maintaining strict confidentiality.• Ensured client needs were met by referring them to relevant organizations.• Utilised case management software and technology tools to efficiently manage case-related tasks,deadlines, and communications.• Assisted in court hearings, legal document preparation, and administrative duties.• Engaged in… Show more Assisted clients going through the civil court process as litigants in person.• Provided comprehensive support to witnesses and victims, maintaining strict confidentiality.• Ensured client needs were met by referring them to relevant organizations.• Utilised case management software and technology tools to efficiently manage case-related tasks,deadlines, and communications.• Assisted in court hearings, legal document preparation, and administrative duties.• Engaged in community outreach initiatives and educational workshops to raise awareness of citizens' rights and entitlements, empowering individuals to navigate legal and bureaucratic systems more effectively and assert their rights. Show less

• Managed own caseload of diverse commercial disputes, including securing judgments for clients for breach of contract and debt recovery.• Resolved a diverse range of legal queries from clients and counsel including providing legal analyses and advice, and escalated complex queries to the Managing Partner, increasing efficiency in client and stakeholder management.• Supervised 10+ law school externs, mentoring them on identifying and resolving complex legal issues in cases, drafting and… Show more • Managed own caseload of diverse commercial disputes, including securing judgments for clients for breach of contract and debt recovery.• Resolved a diverse range of legal queries from clients and counsel including providing legal analyses and advice, and escalated complex queries to the Managing Partner, increasing efficiency in client and stakeholder management.• Supervised 10+ law school externs, mentoring them on identifying and resolving complex legal issues in cases, drafting and filing court and other legal documents, and providing legal analysis and opinions.• Led negotiation of cases to resolve liability and quantum claims, prepared, reviewed and filed the Terms of Settlement, securing timely amicable settlement of claims and consent judgments.• Conducted legal research and provided legal opinion on complex legal issues leading to the adoption of legal strategies and successful prosecution of 10+ high-profile oil pollution and other catastrophic injury claims. • Reviewed, interpreted and advised on applicable laws and policies relating to clients’ cases and inquiries, ensuring compliance in business and other transactions.• Assessed service delivery to identify gaps and limitations, and advocated for improvement resulting in the adoption of a case management software for seamless virtual collaboration. Show less

Imo State, Nigeria

• Keen attention to detail in drafting and reviewing legal documents including filing a Brief of Argument and securing an appeal court decision setting aside a trial court’s judgment for non-compliance with constitutional provisions.• Managed a diverse range of inquiries from clients and colleagues including coordinating document submission and signature, and escalated complex queries to the Director.• Collaborated with legal and other professional experts in organising expert evidence,… Show more • Keen attention to detail in drafting and reviewing legal documents including filing a Brief of Argument and securing an appeal court decision setting aside a trial court’s judgment for non-compliance with constitutional provisions.• Managed a diverse range of inquiries from clients and colleagues including coordinating document submission and signature, and escalated complex queries to the Director.• Collaborated with legal and other professional experts in organising expert evidence, contributing to a 90% success rate of claims.• Shared knowledge and insights with colleagues on case reviews and practice notes to ensure adherence to legal requirements and strategy, increasing efficiency in case management.• Undertook investigations, trial preparations, and prosecution of corporate crimes, including plea deal negotiations.• Conducted trials and obtained judgments in criminal cases at the Appellate, High Court, and Magistrate Courts. Show less

M. O. Bianeyin & Co, a core corporate and commercial firm situated in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, lit my path into corporate and commercial law practice.• Initiated court proceedings and filed pleadings. • Drafted several contracts and documents, as well as pleadings, case summaries, and briefings. • Engaged in post-judgment execution and negotiated settlement of debts.• Supported senior counsel with case preparation by conducting legal research, and organising and bundling trial… Show more M. O. Bianeyin & Co, a core corporate and commercial firm situated in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, lit my path into corporate and commercial law practice.• Initiated court proceedings and filed pleadings. • Drafted several contracts and documents, as well as pleadings, case summaries, and briefings. • Engaged in post-judgment execution and negotiated settlement of debts.• Supported senior counsel with case preparation by conducting legal research, and organising and bundling trial documents. • Participated in arbitration and other alternative dispute resolution sessions, maintained file management systems, and performed other paralegal duties.• Engaged in general legal research and drafted pre-incorporation and post-incorporation documents. Show less

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