Rubab Ali
Trainee Solicitor
United Kingdom
Summary
Paralegal motivated to continually improve and extend personal skills and knowledge to attain increased responsibility and opportunities for professional growth. A proven leader with a track record of enhancing team productivity and legal case management. Skilled in legal research and drafting, coupled with exceptional team supervision and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Team Leader
IFF Research
09.2020 - Current
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Developed and managed 10 team members' daily through targeted coaching sessions, resulting in improved individual performance.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient work processes and regularly reviewing performance.
- Established clear communication channels to facilitate timely exchange of information between team members and management.
Private Tutor
Rubab Ali
09.2018 - Current
- Adapted teaching style to suit diverse learning preferences among tutees, ensuring optimal engagement and understanding from all participants.
- Helped students grasp challenging material by breaking down complex ideas into manageable components during tutoring sessions.
- Enhanced student understanding of legal concepts by incorporating real-world examples and case studies into tutoring sessions.
- Guided students through the process of legal problem-solving, cultivating strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Increased student confidence in legal writing by offering constructive critique and guidance on essays, briefs, and other written assignments.
Legal Intern
One Network Properties
03.2023 - 02.2024
- Assisted in the preparation of financial reports for property owners, providing insights into rental income and expense trends.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors such as landscaping or housekeeping services, reducing costs while maintaining property quality.
- Organized open houses and showings, showcasing properties effectively to prospective clients.
- Supported successful property acquisitions by conducting comprehensive due diligence processes.
- Facilitated timely rent collection by implementing efficient payment systems and tracking overdue accounts.
Legal Administrative Assistant
Ministry of Justice
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Reduced attorney workload through proficient document management, handling correspondence, and performing clerical tasks.
- Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
- Managed divorce and annulment cases in Preston sessions house and issued divorce certificates alongside organizing essential documents.
- Reduced errors in court filings by meticulously proofreading documents for accuracy before submission.
- Handled billing tasks efficiently and accurately, ensuring smooth financial operations for the legal team.
- Improved efficiency in document production and management through introduction of advanced software tools.
Senior Volunteer
Penny Appeal
03.2016 - 02.2022
- Served as an ambassador for the organization at public events, conferences, networking gatherings to raise awareness and attract new volunteers.
- Coordinated large-scale community events, showcasing the impact of our organization's work to potential supporters and partners.
- Evaluated program effectiveness based on feedback from volunteers, staff, partners, making necessary adjustments to improve outcomes.
- Attended the global peace conference as an ambassador to discuss and implement and strategise a new campaign for "school for mother"
PPI Case Handler
Studio
07.2019 - 02.2020
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Carried detailed, end-to-end case reviews and analyse customer cases, alongside providing responses to case progression.
- Used applications such as CICS mainframe, Respond, Financier, and Business Objects.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
Trainee Solicitor (mini Pupilage)
Kenworthy Chambers
06.2019 - 07.2019
- Participated in client meetings alongside senior solicitors, developing confidence in interacting with diverse clientele effectively.
- Conducted thorough legal research to inform case strategies and strengthen arguments.
- Stayed current on relevant legislation changes affecting firm''s practice areas through continuous professional development activities.
- Provided administrative support to other departments when needed demonstrating teamwork skills and adaptability.
- Attended court hearings and observed senior solicitors in action, gaining valuable insight into litigation processes.
- Drafted precise legal documents such as contracts, wills, and pleadings, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.
Administrative Manager
Brownhill Taxis
02.2016 - 03.2019
- Supervised staff and delegated tasks to maintain positive, productive administrative operations.
- Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
- Interviewed, recruited and onboarded new staff for high-performing administration teams.
- Reduced operational costs through effective management of staff schedules, resources, and vendor relationships.
- Oversaw the recruitment process, hiring top talent that contributed significantly to company growth and success.
- Verified customer information for orderly, up-to-date online systems.
Shadowing Student Paralegal
Forbes
06.2017 - 10.2017
- Followed industry professionals to learn appropriate methods for solving issues and best practices for task completion.
- Searched at library and in scholarly databases to locate necessary information for research projects.
- Shadowed barristers and solicitors to gain an understanding of the legal workload.
- Helped with case load by doing the appropriate research and ensuring the client was comfortable and understood the legal process they would be going through
Education
LPC - Law
University of Law
Manchester 01.2021 - Current
Master of Science - Law Business And Management
University of Law
Manchester 01.2021 - Current
LLB Hons With Criminology - Law
University of Salford
Salford 09.2019 - 12.2019
Skills
Team Supervision
Problem-Solving
Mentoring
People Management
Oral advocacy
Multitasking
Active Listening
Fluent Bilingualism
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Completed course in wordscope enabling me to better my written work as well as spoken communication
- Volunteered with an intercommunity programmed with the salvation army to feed the homeless.
- Vice president of the law society throughout my time at Salford University
- Founder of an ongoing campaign to educate mothers, alongside Penny Appeal and the Global Peace Conference
- Ambassador of Youth in the community to help voice concerns and ensure the youth feel comfortable and safe.
Timeline
Legal Intern
One Network Properties
03.2023 - 02.2024
Legal Administrative Assistant
Ministry of Justice
10.2022 - 03.2023
LPC - Law
University of Law
01.2021 - Current
Master of Science - Law Business And Management
University of Law
01.2021 - Current
Team Leader
IFF Research
09.2020 - Current
LLB Hons With Criminology - Law
University of Salford
09.2019 - 12.2019
PPI Case Handler
Studio
07.2019 - 02.2020
Trainee Solicitor (mini Pupilage)
Kenworthy Chambers
06.2019 - 07.2019
Private Tutor
Rubab Ali
09.2018 - Current
Shadowing Student Paralegal
Forbes
06.2017 - 10.2017
Senior Volunteer
Penny Appeal
03.2016 - 02.2022
Administrative Manager
Brownhill Taxis
02.2016 - 03.2019
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