- Played hockey across the south east, developing strong teamwork, resilience and commitment
- Enjoy experiencing different cultures, recently travelling for over a year, demonstrating independence, adaptability and curiosity
Bailey Woodford
london,London
Summary
Recent University of Exeter law graduate with practical experience across leading law firms, having completed extended work experience placements at Latham & Watkins, Jones Day and Bevan Brittan. Developed strong client-facing and legal research skills through my University pro bono legal clinic, providing advice to real clients, alongside experience with Talent Tap supporting access to professional opportunities. Curious, adaptable and commercially aware, with a broad interest across areas of law and a strong motivation to develop a career in the legal profession.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Legal Advisor
Exeter Legal Clinic
Exeter, Devon
09.2024 - 07.2025
- Provided free legal advice to real clients across immigration, family and employment matters, developing strong client communication, interviewing and problem-solving skills while handling sensitive and complex issues.
- Conducted legal research, case management and document review, gaining practical experience in applying legal principles to individual cases and delivering clear, accessible advice within a clinical legal education setting.
Vacation scheme
Bevan Brittan
Bristol , Bristol
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Conducted legal and commercial research into potential red flags arising from a major NHS property acquisition, developing strong analytical, research and due diligence skills while considering issues from both a legal and client perspective.
- Attended and took detailed notes during client meetings, gaining exposure to professional client relationships, legal discussions and the practical application of legal advice.
- Participated in workshops with teams across the firm, strengthening communication, collaboration and commercial awareness while gaining insight into the multidisciplinary nature of legal work and the operation of a leading law firm.
Work experience
Latham and Watkins
London, London
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Researched and presented a report on the impact of AI on the legal industry, analysing its use within law firms and emerging legal and regulatory issues, demonstrating strong commercial awareness, analytical and presentation skills.
- Gained broad exposure to an international full-service law firm through meetings with lawyers across practice areas and business teams, alongside networking events, developing communication, interpersonal and professional skills and insight into firm culture.
Work experience
Jones Day
London, London
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Conducted due diligence on a target company, identifying potential red flags and assessing risks from a client-focused perspective.
- Led research and contributed to a successful turnaround project pitch for a company in liquidation, demonstrating commercial awareness, teamwork and persuasive presentation skills; also negotiated a settlement in a mock third-party liability dispute.
Education
LLB - LLB Law
University of Exeter
Exeter01-2025
A-Levels -
Christ The King college
Isle of Wight 01-2022
Interests
Timeline
Student Legal Advisor
Exeter Legal Clinic
09.2024 - 07.2025
Vacation scheme
Bevan Brittan
06.2024 - 07.2024
Work experience
Latham and Watkins
06.2023 - 07.2023
Work experience
Jones Day
06.2022 - 07.2023
LLB - LLB Law
University of Exeter
A-Levels -
Christ The King college