Excell
Emmanuel Neto Ugochukwu
Summary
I am a graduate of Northumbria Law School, where I obtained a master’s in law (Exempting) and completed the Legal Practice Course modules. I am also proficient in three languages: Igbo, English, and Pidgin.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Paralegal
Mansfield Solicitors & Advocates
10.2024 - Current
- In my current role at Mansfield Solicitors, I am responsible for managing claims on behalf of claimants, ensuring that cases are handled efficiently
- My day-to-day responsibilities include, drafting of witness statements, reviewing accident circumstances to evaluate liability, negotiating settlements with third-party solicitors to achieve favourable outcomes for the claimants, and ensuring strict compliance with court directions and procedural requirements
Co-Founder
Blue Marvel Group
01.2023 - Current
- In my role as a co-founder, I collaborate with the team on providing IT and Marketing services to ensure a seamless client interaction experience
- I am also in charge of drafting of non-disclosure and partnership agreements
Paralegal
Trinity Place Legal Services
03.2024 - 09.2024
- I managed claims on behalf of claimants, ensuring compliance with court directives and prioritising Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) for favourable settlements
- In this role, I drafted critical legal documents, including client care letters, witness statements, and particulars of claim, to support the litigation process
- Additionally, I conducted comprehensive legal research and was tasked with preparing trial bundles for court proceedings
- Through this role, I demonstrated and honed key skills, such as effective time management to meet tight legal deadlines, teamwork by collaborating with colleagues, and clear communication to convey complex legal concepts to claimants
Paralegal
Winn Solicitors
08.2022 - 12.2023
- In this role, I was responsible for drafting a range court documents, including particulars of claim and N180 forms, ensuring compliance with court directions
- I conducted in-depth client interviews to gather key information and prepared comprehensive briefs for counsel
- Additionally, I engaged in negotiations with third parties to secure fair and just settlements, prioritising the best outcomes for my claimants
- This position significantly enhanced my communication, negotiation, drafting and handling of contentious issues
Customer Service Assistant
Sainsbury’s
11.2017 - 07.2022
- My key responsibilities were stock replenishment, attending to customer needs and store lock-up
- In this position, I exhibited communication, teamwork, and adaptability skills
Student law office at Northumbria University
08.2021 - 05.2022
- My responsibilities included conducting detailed factual interviews for both real and simulated clients, drafting client-care letters, and conducting thorough legal research on behalf of my clients to support their cases
- In this role, I significantly enhanced my teamwork skills by collaborating with colleagues, improved my drafting precision, developed active listening techniques, and improved my research capabilities
Vacation Scheme Participant
Kennedys
09.2021 - 09.2021
- This week-long vacation scheme at Kennedys was a transformative experience that provided me with insight into the operations of an international law firm
- Throughout this placement, I worked closely with a trainee solicitor, contributing to a range of legal matters and gaining hands-on experience with the complexities of legal practice in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
- This experience allowed me to develop a practical understanding of case management, client interaction, and legal analysis
- I effectively demonstrated key skills such as problem-solving by addressing legal challenges, and research skill
Vacation Scheme Participant
Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer
02.2021 - 02.2021
- At Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer, I actively participated in the representation of a fictitious client facing potential breaches of the Bribery Act 2010, which involved conducting an interview with a contentious former employee
- Additionally, my team was involved in a property dispute litigation process for another fictitious client
- These experiences provided me with valuable lessons in dealing with difficult individuals and evolved my communication, dispute resolution and litigation skills
Intern
Bright Network
07.2020 - 07.2020
- This experience included talks from keynote speakers from magic law firms such as Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer
- At the end of the week, I presented my brief to a client, articulating the advantages of a potential firm merger
- This experience developed my ability to synthesise legal and business strategies
Intern
Emmerson’s Solicitors
01.2020 - 01.2020
- At Emmerson’s, I shadowed the criminal, prison, and contract law departments
- One notable highlight was my role during a four-day trial at Durham County Court, where I documented court proceedings while shadowing a Barrister
- In the prison division, I played a crucial role in reviewing a client's dossier to assess parole possibilities
Education
master’s - law (Exempting), Legal Practice Course modules
Northumbria University
01.2018 - 01.2023
A levels - A-C
Saint Gregory’s Catholic School
01.2015 - 01.2017
GCSE - B-C
Saint Gregory’s Catholic School
01.2015 - 01.2017
Skills
- Proficient in Igbo, English, and Pidgin
- Effective time management
- Teamwork
- Clear communication
- Negotiation
- Research
Extra-Curricular Activities
Independent Custody Officer, Northumbria Police, 08/25/21, 08/25/22, Ensuring detainees' rights are upheld Team Overseer, African Caribbean Northumbria Sports League, 09/20/21, 09/20/22, Organising training sessions, Picking the line-up
Awards
- Nominated for the Freshfields Stephen Lawrence Scheme
- Twice recognised for upholding Sainsbury’s values
Software
Timeline
Paralegal
Mansfield Solicitors & Advocates
10.2024 - Current
Paralegal
Trinity Place Legal Services
03.2024 - 09.2024
Co-Founder
Blue Marvel Group
01.2023 - Current
Paralegal
Winn Solicitors
08.2022 - 12.2023
Vacation Scheme Participant
Kennedys
09.2021 - 09.2021
Student law office at Northumbria University
08.2021 - 05.2022
Vacation Scheme Participant
Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer
02.2021 - 02.2021
Intern
Bright Network
07.2020 - 07.2020
Intern
Emmerson’s Solicitors
01.2020 - 01.2020
master’s - law (Exempting), Legal Practice Course modules
Northumbria University
01.2018 - 01.2023
Customer Service Assistant
Sainsbury’s
11.2017 - 07.2022
A levels - A-C
Saint Gregory’s Catholic School
01.2015 - 01.2017
GCSE - B-C
Saint Gregory’s Catholic School
01.2015 - 01.2017
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