Ayush Gurung
Maidstone,Kent
Summary
Organised and dependable paralegal with 3 years of experience across a wide variety of practice areas. Successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude. Willing to take on greater responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overall I am , detail-oriented with advanced proficiency in legal research tools such as Westlaw and Lexis Nexis, alongside expertise in document management using Adobe Acrobat and Zylpha bundling software. Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with a strong focus on effective time management, prioritisation of tasks, and maintaining composure under pressure, offering excellent attention to detail and a collaborative approach to team working.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Volunteer
Free Representation Unit
, London
11.2024 - Current
- Alongside my full-time employment at Knocker and Foskett, I volunteer with the Free-Representation Unit (FRU)
- With the FRU, I represent clients at the Social Security Tribunal, in support of their appeals against the DWP, for refusal of their benefits claim.
- With sole conduct of the matter (under supervision), I hold meeting with clients to advise them of the relevant rules and legislation surrounding their case, collate the necessary evidence, and draft and file submissions on their behalf to the Tribunal.
- I also advocate in front of the Tribunal on the Client's behalf.
- A proud achievement includes - having a client's PIP refusal overturned and securing over £18,000 in backdated benefits.
Paralegal
Knocker and Foskett
Sevenoaks
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Litigation Paralegal supporting Partners and associates across all areas of litigation including; Commercial, Employment; Civil (property) Employment and Matrimonial disputes.
- I assist with all aspects of trial preparation including: drafting pleadings, collating reviewing and analysing disclosure, preparing and filing court bundles.
- To assist with trial strategy and client service, I conduct legal research and prepare succinct summary notes for partners' review.
- I correspond regularly with client to ensure they are regularly updated with the progress of their matter. I also correspond with opposing counsel, and the courts to ensure trial progression.
- I also have control of my own caseload of litigation matters (under supervision)
Advisor/Consultant
Tamu Homes Ltd.
01.2024 - 02.2025
- This is a part-time role, in my Family business.
- I assist the directors with every aspect of the day-to-day management of the business
- This includes reviewing business documents including employment contracts and business leases; drafting emails to external stakeholders; assisting in contract negotiations; and advising and seeking the assistance of external counsel as and when appropriate
- Most recently, I assisted the business in successfully acquiring an immigration sponsor licence
Paralegal
Josiah Lake Gardiner
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Working within a Legal 500 recognised family law firm, specialising in complex financial litigation and high net-worth divorce, with the typical case involving matrimonial assets valued in their multi millions and often involving an inter-jurisdictional element.
- My roles and responsibilities include, assisting partners, fee earners, and trainees with case management, including; drafting Financial statements; analysing complex financial disclosure; preparing statements for clients; drafting counsel briefs; collating bundles; and attending court
Paralegal
Expert Law Solicitors
08.2020 - 01.2023
- This role was during my placement year, and I was thankful to be offered the role on a full-time basis once I graduated
- My main responsibilities included assisting fee earners with casework, as well as my work caseload (under supervision) including drafting emails, letters, bundles, and witness statements across a wide range of practice areas
- These included: Immigration, Commercial - Commercial Conveyancing & Corporate services, Litigation
- I assisted the firm in various areas of litigation, including: property, family, and commercial
- Accordingly developing a good understanding of the CPR and FPR
Treasurer
Brunel University Law Society
09.2019 - 07.2022
- Treasurer and events manager of Brunel Law society - 2021-22 - Managed the funding and administration of the society for the academic year
- Chairing a committee of 20 volunteers ball to plan and organise the Society's annual law ball. This received a record attendance of 120% increase from the previous record, and a revenue of £5,300.
- Actively involved in promoting the society within the University, and to external bodies, securing sponsorships to boost funding for the society.
Mini Pupillages
02.2020 - 09.2021
- 3 Temple Gardens and 3 Bolt Court Chambers- Experienced court procedure in a criminal and family settings, including trials at the crown court
- Assisted and shadowed Counsel at hearings
- Gaining a useful insight into the interaction between barristers, solicitors, clients, and the courts
Mock Trial
Service Prosecuting Authority
03.2020 - 03.2020
- Acted as part of the prosecuting team in a military trial
- Engaged and advocated in front of a jury and judge in a military setting
- Drafting questions and speeches to be presented to the jury
- Work within a team to deliver efficiently success
The office of Helen Grant (MP for Maidstone and the Weald)
06.2017 - 07.2017
- Working alongside her assistants in her parliamentary office as well as her constituent office
- Attended various surgeries, many involving legal issues
- Shadowed Mrs
- Grant on PR visits to schools and local businesses
Education
LLB - Law
Brunel University London
London 09.2018 - 07.2022
A Levels - History, Politics and Government, Physics
Maidstone Grammar School
09.2011 - 07.2018
SQE1
01.2024 - 07.2024
Skills
- Fluent in Nepalese
- Advanced understanding of Hindi
- Advanced understanding of Urdu
- Proficient in Adobe acrobat and Zylpha bundling software
- Proficient use of Microsoft Word
- Proficient use of Excel
- Proficient use of PowerPoint
- Proficient use of Westlaw / Lexis Nexis
- Effective time management
- Able to prioritise work
- Remain calm under pressure
- Excellent attention to detail
- Team working
Timeline
Volunteer
Free Representation Unit
11.2024 - Current
Paralegal
Knocker and Foskett
08.2024 - 02.2025
SQE1
01.2024 - 07.2024
Advisor/Consultant
Tamu Homes Ltd.
01.2024 - 02.2025
Paralegal
Josiah Lake Gardiner
01.2023 - 08.2024
Paralegal
Expert Law Solicitors
08.2020 - 01.2023
Mock Trial
Service Prosecuting Authority
03.2020 - 03.2020
Mini Pupillages
02.2020 - 09.2021
Treasurer
Brunel University Law Society
09.2019 - 07.2022
LLB - Law
Brunel University London
09.2018 - 07.2022
The office of Helen Grant (MP for Maidstone and the Weald)
06.2017 - 07.2017
A Levels - History, Politics and Government, Physics
Maidstone Grammar School
09.2011 - 07.2018
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