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Leadership Experience
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Comfort Karau-Tonack

United Kingdom

Summary

Experienced Legal Assistant with a proven track record of delivering exceptional customer service in high-pressure environments. Recognized for meticulous attention to detail and strong decision-making skills, facilitating efficient multitasking. Possessing a self-motivated work ethic, excels both autonomously and as a collaborative team member.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Legal Apprentice

IEUK
06.2024 - 06.2024
  • Provided clients with comprehensive legal advisory notes regarding potential court claims.
  • Crafted initial communication with third parties concerning possible litigation
  • Worked under guidance of experienced professionals to learn trade best practices and techniques.
  • Demonstrated eagerness to learn by asking questions and seeking clarification when necessary.

Legal Apprentice

Ashurst LLP
04.2024 - 04.2024
  • Generated a comprehensive report on the latest regulations impacting the Banking & Finance sector.
  • Ensured accurate and up-to-date land security registrations at the Land Registry
  • Collaborated with the Dispute Resolution team in proofreading and presenting a draft letter before claim
  • Enhanced practical skills by assisting experienced professionals in various tasks.

Legal Administrative Assistant

The Nigerian Security Printing and Minting PLC
05.2021 - 08.2022
  • Delivered legal advisory services and contributed to drafting and proofreading highly researched legal paperwork including contracts, agreements, memoranda, etc.
  • Performed in-depth legal analysis to identify potential risk or compliance issues, effectively managing the handling of all associated legal documentation.
  • Collaborated with team members to carry out due diligence exercises.
  • Managed travel arrangements effectively while ensuring completion of additional assigned tasks.

Intern

Legal Aid
06.2021 - 06.2022
  • Championed the education of consumer protection and constitutional rights.,
  • Coordinated the delivery of Pro Bono legal services in areas such as breach of contract.
  • Reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors.
  • Drafted and reviewed contracts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant laws.

Education

Master of Laws (LLM) - International Business and Corporate Law

University of Leicester
United Kingdom
01.2024

Bachelors of Law (BL) -

Nigerian Law School
Nigeria
07.2022

Bachelors of Law (LLB) -

Hillary Rodham Clinton School of Law, Swansea University
United Kingdom
07.2019

Skills

  • Contract Drafting and Review
  • Legal Research and Analysis
  • Dispute Resolution
  • Attention to Detail
  • Complex problem solving
  • Effective Interpersonal Communication
  • Organizational and Time Management
  • IT knowledge including microsoft package

Volunteer Experience

  • Lleisiau Bach Little Voices, Swansea, Wales, UK, 05/19, Actively participated in organizing resources for events and efficiently managed package distribution, highlighting organizational skills.
  • Discovery, Swansea University, Swansea, Wales, UK, 09/17, 2018, Collaborated with team members to empower individuals with disabilities to fulfill their potential within the community.

Leadership Experience

Nigerian Students Society - Swansea University, Swansea, UK, Publicity Officer, 09/17, 2018, 

  • Spearheaded communication and publicity initiatives targeted at over 300 Nigerian students to keep them informed on activities and programs of the student society.

Professionalassociationsandmemberships

  • Nigerian Bar Association, 2022
  • Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators (AICMC), 2021

Timeline

Legal Apprentice

IEUK
06.2024 - 06.2024

Legal Apprentice

Ashurst LLP
04.2024 - 04.2024

Intern

Legal Aid
06.2021 - 06.2022

Legal Administrative Assistant

The Nigerian Security Printing and Minting PLC
05.2021 - 08.2022

Master of Laws (LLM) - International Business and Corporate Law

University of Leicester

Bachelors of Law (BL) -

Nigerian Law School

Bachelors of Law (LLB) -

Hillary Rodham Clinton School of Law, Swansea University
Comfort Karau-Tonack