Amelia Dempsey
Summary
Driven and detail-oriented legal professional with a strong academic foundation and practical experience in both legal and administrative environments. Completed the Legal Practice Course (LPC) and developed a solid understanding of legal processes through hands-on support roles in client services and court operations. Skilled in organisation, communication, and maintaining confidentiality in fast-paced settings. Proactive and adaptable, with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality work and progressing within the legal field.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Litigation Assistant
Express Solicitors
Manchester
2025.09 - Current
- Conducted legal research to support complex litigation matters.
- Liaised with external parties such as courts or barristers to expedite procedures.
- Assessed and summarised legal reports for client communications.
- Liaised professionally with external legal teams for case management.
Client Administrator
Clyde&co
Manchester
2025.06 - 2025.09
- Provided high-level administrative support to fee earners and legal teams, ensuring seamless client service and case management.
- Maintained and updated client records, case files, and document management systems in compliance with GDPR and firm protocols.
- Acted as first point of contact for client inquiries, coordinating communication between clients and legal teams efficiently and professionally.
- Assisted with the preparation, proofreading, and formatting of legal documents, correspondence, and reports
- Managed billing processes, including time recording, invoice generation, and liaising with the finance team to resolve billing queries.
Court Usher
Ministry of justice
York
2025.02 - 2025.06
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information, upholding professional standards.
- Facilitated communication amongst legal parties, promoting a better understanding of the cases.
- Logged case files and ensured all paperwork was correctly filed, stored or transferred according to court protocols.
Law Spring Virtual Vacation Scheme
Legal Cheek
2022.05 - 2025.02
- Gained practical insight into legal workflows, legal tech platforms, and client handling.
- Shadowed professionals to understand case preparation and client communication techniques.
Host
Boom Battle Bar & Roxy Leisure
Leeds
2021.10 - 2022.07
- Delivered high-level customer service in fast-paced settings.
- Managed conflict and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
Education
Legal Practice Course -
Leeds Beckett University
Leeds 2024.09 - 7 2025
LLB Law -
Leeds Beckett University
Leeds 2021.09 - 7 2024
A-Levels -
Colchester Sixth Form
2019.09 - 7 2021
GCSEs -
St Benedict’s Catholic College
2014.09 - 7 2019
Skills
- Effective Communication
- Conflict Resolution
- Legal Research
- Good Judgement and Decision making
- Team Collaboration
Custom
- Legal Podcasts
- Attending court trials
- Pro bono Volunteering – Support Through Court
Timeline
Litigation Assistant
Express Solicitors
2025.09 - Current
Client Administrator
Clyde&co
2025.06 - 2025.09
Court Usher
Ministry of justice
2025.02 - 2025.06
Legal Practice Course -
Leeds Beckett University
2024.09 - 7 2025
Law Spring Virtual Vacation Scheme
Legal Cheek
2022.05 - 2025.02
Host
Boom Battle Bar & Roxy Leisure
2021.10 - 2022.07
LLB Law -
Leeds Beckett University
2021.09 - 7 2024
A-Levels -
Colchester Sixth Form
2019.09 - 7 2021
GCSEs -
St Benedict’s Catholic College
2014.09 - 7 2019