Cettrin Divonin

Handled cases from small claims to multimillion-pound disputes in multiple courts

• Prepared for and attended hearings/trials including those conducted remotely.
• Prepared court bundles for hearings/trials including electronic and hard-copy.
• Managed and assisted in various disclosure review projects, both platform and paper based.
• Prepared and reviewed legal exhibits relevant to proceedings.
• Arranged, prepared for and and participated in meetings with clients and counsel.
• Arranged for transcribers to attend hearings/trials and obtained court transcripts of hearings/trials.
• Arranged and participated on calls with clients and counsel.
• Drafted and edited legal documents including pleadings, application notices, and witness statements.
• Drafted emails to clients, counsel and opposing solicitors.
• Drafted letters to opposing solicitors and the court with meticulous attention to detail.
• Conducted thorough legal research utilising Lexis Nexis and Practical Law.
• Reviewed case law, statutes and the Civil Procedure Rules extensively.
• Reviewed and considered factual and legal documents.
• Ensured timely electronic filing of court documents to meet deadlines.
• Worked closely with solicitors and partners learning from their experience and expertise.
• Demonstrated strong organisational and time management skills managing multiple cases concurrently.
• Used online legal databases and digital resources to assist with case management.

• Supported legal teams in managing cases.
• Assisted the smooth operation of hearings/trials by being aware of the support needed during court sessions.
• Reviewed and edited legal documents.
• Reviewed and proofread legal documents for accuracy and grammatical errors.
• Prepared for and attended hearings/trials.
• Prepared for and attended client and counsel meetings.
• Note taking at client/counsel meetings and hearings/trials.
• Facilitated communication between legal team and client.
• Conducted disclosure review for both platform based and paper based formats. Including visiting client offices in Cyprus to conduct a disclosure review.
• Managed and submitted court filings both in-person and electronically.
• Maintained awareness of current commercial and legal trends

• Achieved efficient case management by organising legal documents.
• Assisted fee earners with various legal duties.

• Supported practice manager with daily operations.
• Streamlined firm operations by managing administrative tasks.
• Provided assistance and support to employees at all levels including partners.
• Updated staff handbook and intranet documentation for the firm.

• Performed administrative responsibilities including printing, photocopying, and scanning.
• Compiled documentation for court proceedings.
• Coordinated client and counsel meetings with efficient boardroom preparation.
• Assisted in the preparation of court cases, aiding in successful outcomes.
• Supported solicitors and partners in their day-to-day activities, enhancing productivity.
• Handled all internal and external calls professionally.
• Handled all internal and external emails with precision and detail.
• Liaised with external service providers by email and telephone.

Part-time, seasonal work.