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Anika Malik

London,England

Summary

Experienced immigration paralegal with focus on providing comprehensive support in legal research, documentation, and client communication. Capable of delivering precise and timely assistance by leveraging strong analytical skills and thorough understanding of legal procedures. Proven track record in streamlining case management and enhancing operational efficiency.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Immigration Paralegal

Solicitors' Inn
London
06.2021 - Current
  • Reviewed immigration documents (IDs, visa evidence, financial records) for accuracy and compliance, reducing errors and improving quality of case submissions.
  • Manage 12-15 case files, tracked deadlines, and coordinate required documents to support smooth end-to-end processing across multiple immigration matters.
  • Communicated with clients to gather missing evidence, clarify requirements, and explain case progress, improving client readiness and reducing administrative delays, and ensuring timely submission.
  • Conducted legal and policy research on UK immigration rules and Home Office updates, providing clear summaries that supported solicitor decision-making.

Work Internship

Deloitte
06.2018 - 06.2018
  • Attended a series of panel sessions featuring industry experts, absorbing key insights on various business trends, market dynamics, and emerging technologies.
  • Engaged in informative presentations by Deloitte professionals, enhancing my understanding of the firm's service offerings, client interactions, and the broader consulting landscape.
  • Collaborated with fellow participants on challenging case studies, applying problem-solving skills to analyse real-world business scenarios and develop innovative solutions.
  • Networked with Deloitte employees and peers, fostering valuable professional relationships and gaining a deeper understanding of the firm's collaborative and inclusive work environment.
  • Coordinated and collaborated effectively with diverse teams for successful project execution

Paralegal Assistant

SA Law chambers
London, England
11.2022 - 12.2022
  • Analysed complex case bundles during hearings, developing strong issue-spotting skills essential for identifying risks and inconsistencies in immigration evidence.

    Drafted clear, concise skeleton-argument notes and summaries, strengthening structured communication used in reporting case progress within global mobility workflows.

    Observed client conferences and judicial reasoning, improving professional judgement and the ability to interpret nuanced information — key for assessing immigration documentation and eligibility.

    Managed detailed case materials and precedents, building confidence handling sensitive information with accuracy, mirroring Deloitte’s compliance-driven processes.

Legal Secretary

Legal Secretary, Law Lane Solicitors
London
06.2020 - 08.2020
  • Supported team of 4 solicitors in immigration law, personal injury.
  • Scheduled and made appointments for 2 solicitors.
  • created client court bundles ensuring the relevant documents are enclosed, ensuring they are filed according to court orders. Formatting bundles, hyperlinking, bookmarking and paginating them.
  • Secured 85% positive results for clients through detailed case analysis and strategy development for appeals and a variety of different visas.
  • Fought proficiently against unjust deportations to ensure the rights of clients were upheld.
  • Improved success rate of asylum applications in the firm by 15% through meticulous preparation and presentation in court.

Mini Pupillage

Ropewalk chambers

Observed court hearings and shadowed barristers, strengthening my ability to analyse complex information and identify key issues

Engaged in face-to-face client interactions during hearings, developing strong communication and interpersonal skills
Attended remote conferences with barristers and clients, enhancing capability to coordinate stakeholders and manage case discussions in virtual, fast-paced environments.

Reviewed historical and ongoing cases, drafting structured skeleton argument summaries and identifying legal issues and relevant case law, reinforcing the analytical precision required for evaluating immigration documentation and compliance.

Brand Ambassador

Ginger Promotions
06.2022 - 09.2022
  • Delivered persuasive, structured sales pitches across diverse London demographics, averaging 5 sales per day and consistently ranking as a top seller on the team.

    Increased company revenue by converting a high volume of customer interactions into subscriptions, demonstrating strong communication skills and data-driven performance.

    Adapted messaging and sales strategy to suit different households and customer profiles, strengthening stakeholder-awareness and cultural sensitivity relevant to Deloitte’s global client base.

    Trained and supported new ambassadors on objection-handling, pitch delivery, and daily performance targets, improving overall team consistency and operational results.

    Managed small team routes, performance tracking, and daily reporting, building organisational and coordination skills essential for structured case management at Deloitte.

Exchange Cashier

Exchange Cashier, Noble Travel and Money Exchange LTD
08.2016 - 08.2020
  • Processed foreign currency transactions with high numerical accuracy, developing strong attention to detail essential for reviewing immigration data and documentation.

    Conducted ID verification and compliance checks in line with anti-money laundering (AML) regulations, strengthening my understanding of regulatory processes relevant to global mobility compliance.

    Updated exchange-rate systems daily and recorded transaction data precisely, improving my ability to manage sensitive information and maintain error-free records.

    Trained new staff on compliance procedures, documentation checks, and customer protocols, building strong communication and operational consistency skills valuable in Deloitte’s team-based environment.

Receptionist Administrator

Home Solutions
01.2019 - 02.2019
  • Maintained a thorough, efficient client database using Excel, regularly updating to match current customer needs.
  • Handled incoming property enquiries warmly and professionally, heightening customer satisfaction ratings and company reputation for quality service, increasing sales by 3%.
  • Coordinated with supervisors to book open houses, attracting potential buyers and tenants, increasing their effiency.
  • Communicated new and updated offers to sellers to progress property sales.

Education

GCSE's - Maths, English and Science

Valentines High School
Redbridge, London

A level - Geography, Biology, Psychology

Valentines High School
Redbridge, London

LLB Law With Honours - Law

University of Nottingham
Nottingham
07.2023

Islamic studies

Majid E Dawatul Islam
Redbridge, London
04.2006 - 04.2015

Skills

  • Excellent time management
  • Communication/negotiation
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Commercial awareness
  • Target-driven
  • Attention to detail
  • Team management
  • Drafting and Proofreading accuracy
  • Organisational aptitude

Hobbies

Violin- passed many grades and played in the Royal Albert Hall, Travel- for volunteer and leisure, Boxing, Literature

Accomplishments


  • Head of Law Society in Sixth Form
  • Micro Tyco business programme- forming a business with colleagues
  • Reading Buddy- helping a younger student with learning difficulties develop their reading skills
  • Violin- Initial Grade 1/2 and 3, passed with distinction.

Volunteer

Pips School Pakistan, Taught English lessons to years 3-6, Quran lessons to those in the boarding houses

Virtual internships and experiences

Clifford Chance- Business and Human Rights Risk online workshop White and Case- Online internship U21 Global Citizens

Open days/Networking events

  • Bright Network Careers festival (15/09/23)
  • White and Case Dinner
  • Mayer Brown networking event and dinner
  • Law Society- Dinner with over 15 firms city firms

Affiliations

  • Violin
  • Travel
  • Pottery

Languages

Arabic
Intermediate
Hindi
Fluent
Urdu
Native
Punjabi
Fluent

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Paralegal Assistant

SA Law chambers
11.2022 - 12.2022

Brand Ambassador

Ginger Promotions
06.2022 - 09.2022

Immigration Paralegal

Solicitors' Inn
06.2021 - Current

Legal Secretary

Legal Secretary, Law Lane Solicitors
06.2020 - 08.2020

Receptionist Administrator

Home Solutions
01.2019 - 02.2019

Work Internship

Deloitte
06.2018 - 06.2018

Exchange Cashier

Exchange Cashier, Noble Travel and Money Exchange LTD
08.2016 - 08.2020

Islamic studies

Majid E Dawatul Islam
04.2006 - 04.2015

Mini Pupillage

Ropewalk chambers

GCSE's - Maths, English and Science

Valentines High School

A level - Geography, Biology, Psychology

Valentines High School

LLB Law With Honours - Law

University of Nottingham
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