Dafé Disi
Bristol,United Kingdom
Summary
Driven and dependable professional with experience in Private Client Law and a background in Psychology. Highly proficient in managing large caseloads and the ability to work under intense pressure.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Personal Estate Manager/Probate Paralegal
Kings Court Trust Ltd
Bristol, United Kingdom
10.2022 - 08.2025
- Manage my own caseload of 40-60 estates from start to closure. I have consistently exceeded my quarterly progression targets and maintained average of 130%.
- Commit to regularly updating clients on estate progress as per Service Level Agreement, to which I have received only complimentary feedback from my clients for.
- Thrive in team environment by working closely with Estate Coordinators and Managers to meet team targets and company goals.
- Provide consistent support to Senior Associates that enable to them to reach their targets. These have increased by an impressive 60% completion rate since I joined the firm.
- Gained experience drafting legal documents such as Deeds of Variations and Affidavits with Technical Team.
Waiter and Bar Staff
The Kings Head Coffee & Gin Bar
Buckingham, United Kingdom
02.2022 - 09.2022
- Front of house representative of a busy, modern bar. Responsibilities included serving customers, pouring drinks, taking orders and providing exceptional customer service.
Student Editor
Denning Law Journal, University of Buckingham
Buckingham, United Kingdom
07.2021 - 09.2021
- Performed comprehensive research to assign stories for students to write about.
- Reviewed, edited and made informed decisions on what pieces should be published in the journal.
- Contributed in weekly news group meetings with the Chair to discuss current findings, progress updates and ensure strict deadlines were met.
Legal Assistant
Thegn Solicitors
Lagos, Nigeria
06.2018 - 05.2019
- Tasked with filing mortgage deeds and debentures executed by the Bank, and their customers for registration at the Lands Registry. I also collected Deeds of release from the Lands Registry upon redemption of the mortgage by the mortgagor.
- Seamlessly managed multiple senior solicitor's diaries to ensure a smooth running of the practice.
- Communicated with clients regarding complex inquires, to which I had to use initiative to efficiently help the client.
- Conveyancing Firm
Psychological Counsellor
Okonguarri Psychotherapeutic Centre
Windhoek, Namibia
01.2017 - 03.2018
- Conducted individual and group psychotherapy with clients; specialising in addiction.
- Comprehensive report writing for each of my clients; a vital part of my role in order to prepare referrals, insurance documents and provide updates to fellow medical professionals involved in their care.
- Actively maintained confidentiality of all client's medical records, therapeutic conversations and respected the sensitivity of our work together.
- Came to fast, effective resolutions in times of conflict and need, to ensure the safety of my patients and colleagues.
- Developed and implemented effective coping strategies, facilitating recovery.
Latin, Ballroom & Hip-Hop Instructor
Dance Domain
Windhoek, Namibia
07.2014 - 04.2016
- Worked with dancers of all ages and experience levels.
- Specialised in wedding choreography to build the confidence of couples before their day.
Education
Llb Law -
University of Buckingham
09.2019 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Psychology -
University of Namibia
01.2013 - 01.2017
Skills
- Legal drafting
- Legal research
- Case management
- Managing deadlines
- Oral & Written communication
- Adaptability
- Leadership
- Strong collaborator
- IT proficient
- Analytical
- Meticulous
Affiliations
Travel, Reading, Performance Art, Music
Timeline
Personal Estate Manager/Probate Paralegal
Kings Court Trust Ltd
10.2022 - 08.2025
Waiter and Bar Staff
The Kings Head Coffee & Gin Bar
02.2022 - 09.2022
Student Editor
Denning Law Journal, University of Buckingham
07.2021 - 09.2021
Llb Law -
University of Buckingham
09.2019 - 01.2022
Legal Assistant
Thegn Solicitors
06.2018 - 05.2019
Psychological Counsellor
Okonguarri Psychotherapeutic Centre
01.2017 - 03.2018
Latin, Ballroom & Hip-Hop Instructor
Dance Domain
07.2014 - 04.2016
Bachelor of Psychology -
University of Namibia
01.2013 - 01.2017
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