Chinyere Wogu

• Referred clients to legal aid solicitors and supported legal action through case closure.
• Customised letters, contracts and documents to meet client needs.
• Prepared case matter with robust evidence, disclosure and pleading documentation.
• Prepared legal briefs and opinions and filed appeals in appeal courts.
• Represented clients in pre-litigation cases according to current regulations.
• Harnessed evidence from diverse sources to build robust client defences.
• Analysed probable case outcomes using knowledge of legal precedents.
• Used knowledge of previous court decisions and laws to enhance client positions.
• Provided knowledgeable advice covering Family, Housing and Litigation matters.
• Represented clients at initial court hearings, instructing barristers in escalated cases.
• Offered helpful, informative legal advice to clients, colleagues and external practitioners.
• Managed and oversaw paralegals and legal assistants.
• Interviewed clients and witnesses to corroborate case evidence.
• Safeguarded client interests throughout legal proceedings.
• Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.

Trainee Solicitor

• Assisted senior solicitors with a variety of legal matters including Mental Health, Housing, Family and Immigration law cases.
• Assisted senior solicitors with over 70 complex legal issues, providing a valuable learning opportunities and ensuring clients' satisfaction.
• Managed a caseload of over 40 clients under the supervision of senior solicitors.
• Conducted legal research and provided clear advice to clients on legal matters, resulting in a 75% client retention rate.
• Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.

• Assisted senior solicitors with a variety of legal matters including, Child, Family and Housing law cases providing invaluable learning opportunities and client satisfaction.
• Managed a caseload of about 9 clients under the supervision of senior solicitors.
• Carried out background research and preparatory work to present established client cases.

• Evaluated referral criteria and tracked client progress throughout application phases and carrying out advocacy at the First-tier tribunal for Mental Health clients.
• Offered helpful, informative legal advice to clients, colleagues and external practitioners.
• Monitored legal changes and developments for sound client advice.
• Referred clients to legal aid solicitors and supported legal action through case closure.
• Devised individualised contracts and legal documentation to fulfil bespoke client requirements.
• Harnessed evidence from diverse sources to build robust client defences.
• Incorporated specialist knowledge to improve case understanding and outcomes.
• Safeguarded client interests throughout legal proceedings.
• Carried out background research and preparatory work to present established client cases.
• Used knowledge of previous court decisions and laws to enhance client positions.
• Strategised arguments to successfully present client positions.
• Represented clients at initial court hearings, instructing barristers in escalated cases.
• Prepared legal briefs and opinions and filed appeals in appeal courts.
• Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
• Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

• Liaised with court personnel to coordinate hearings, trials and other legal proceedings especially on Housing, Family and Immigration matters.
• Served court summonses and orders for prompt action.
• Worked with solicitors to gather information and evidence for court presentations.
• Drafted accurate legal documentation from comprehensive research.
• Managed client files with highest levels of confidentiality and discretion.
• Drafted and reviewed legal documents to support accurate and timely case preparation.
• Maintained confidentiality of sensitive legal information and privileged communications.
• Billed clients and processed payments to maintain balanced accounts.