Evie-Grace Raynard
Liverpool
Summary
Final-Year LLB Law student at Liverpool John Moores University with a First-Class average in penultimate year studies. Experienced in legal research, drafting, client-facing work and advocacy through law clinic, mooting competitions and Criminal Law practice. Currently undertaking Police Station Representative Accreditation Scheme and seeking a trainee solicitor position within a client-focused legal practice.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Pro Bono Volunteer
Liverpool John Moore’s University Law Clinic
2025.09 - Current
- Experience in drafting pre and post interview documents, including confirmation of advice letters to clients.
- Engaged in client interviews and note taking.
- Continuing this module in my final year of my law degree.
Self Employed Event Business Owner
LIGHT IT UP
Liverpool, Merseyside
2023.10 - Current
- Founded and managed a successful event and party services business, providing bespoke event packages.
- Responsible for all aspects of business operations as a sole trader, including client relations, social media marketing, sales enquiries, financial management, and supplier coordination/ organisation.
- Planned, organised, and executed event set-ups, ensuring high standards of presentation and customer satisfaction.
- Managed inventory and procurement of event supplies, while coordinating with external partners and DJs to deliver seamless events.
- Demonstrated strong organisational, creative, and entrepreneurial skills through the successful delivery of customised events for a wide range of clients.
Self-Employed GCSE Tutor
Bookmark Tutoring
Liverpool, Merseyside
2023.01 - Current
- Established and manages a successful private tutoring business, delivering tailored GCSE Maths and English tuition to a range of students. I am responsible for all aspects of this business.
- Planned and delivered individualised lessons designed to meet varying learning styles and academic needs, including supporting students with additional needs such as autism spectrum disorder and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
- Built strong relationships with students and parents, gaining communication skills with individuals of a variety of ages.
- Experience with client-handling through progress monitoring and adapted teaching strategies to maximise achievement and confidence.
- Maintained a 100% GCSE pass rate to date, demonstrating consistency of my work with student outcomes and academic performance.
- Provided detailed feedback with constructive suggestions to improve academic performance.
Paralegal
Kenyon McAteers
Liverpool, Merseyside
2021.01 - Current
- Assisted solicitors in preparing criminal law matters through drafting preparation notes and document review. Ensured that documents were completed despite pressurising deadlines.
- Gained practical insight into court proceedings through shadowing solicitors at hearings and client meetings, developing an understanding of legal procedures, case strategy, advocacy and client representation.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail, professionalism, and confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
- Currently undertaking the Police Station Representative Accreditation Scheme, developing the skills required to provide representation to clients during police interviews. Due to start portfolio in July 2026.
Mini Pupillage
Chavasse Chambers
Liverpool, Merseyside
2026.06 - 2026.06
- Shadowed numerous barristers in client interviews and Court hearings.
- Further enhanced understanding of advocacy, hearing preparation and delivering a strong argument.
Barrister Role
Hundred Court Chambers Mooting Competition
Liverpool, Merseyside
2026.01 - 2026.03
- Reached the semi-final where I researched, drafted and delivered opening and closing arguments in mock Tort and Contract Law cases.
- Compiled numerous Court Bundles and Skeleton Arguments
- Bolstered by confidence with advocacy.
Week-long work experience
Chavasse Chambers
Liverpool
2023.07 - 2023.07
- Shadowed barristers at Liverpool Crown Court.
- Insights on client interviews, document preparation and advocacy
- Enhanced my understanding of criminal advocacy, courtroom strategy, and the role of counsel in contested proceedings.
Sales assistant
River Island
Liverpool, Merseyside
2022.10 - 2023.01
- Provided excellent customer service in a fast-paced retail environment during a busy trading period.
- Experience in handling queries and complaints professionally to ensure positive outcomes.
- Demonstrated strong communication, teamwork, and time-management skills while working effectively to meet customer needs during peak demand periods.
Education
LLB (Hons) - Law
Liverpool John Moores University
Liverpool 2024.09 -
A-Levels -
Cronton Sixth Form College
Cronton, Knowsley 2022.09 - 2024.06
GCSEs -
Holly Lodge Girls College
2017.09 - 2022.06
Skills
- Legal research and Technology (Lexis Certified, experience with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint)
- Legal drafting and document preparation
- Case analysis and problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Client interviewing and note taking
- Advocacy and oral communication
- Commercial awareness through multiple self-employment businesses
- Time management and organisation
- Professional ethics and confidentiality
- Teamwork and client service
References
Available upon request
Accomplishments
- Achieved 90% in Criminal Litigation and Advocacy, including 98/100 in the unseen examination.
- Reached semi-finals of Hundred Court Chambers Mooting Competition
- Passed Police Station Representative Accreditation written examination on first attempt through self-directed study.
- Lexis+ UK Legal Research Foundation Qualification holder.
Timeline
Mini Pupillage
Chavasse Chambers
2026.06 - 2026.06
Barrister Role
Hundred Court Chambers Mooting Competition
2026.01 - 2026.03
Pro Bono Volunteer
Liverpool John Moore’s University Law Clinic
2025.09 - Current
LLB (Hons) - Law
Liverpool John Moores University
2024.09 -
Self Employed Event Business Owner
LIGHT IT UP
2023.10 - Current
Week-long work experience
Chavasse Chambers
2023.07 - 2023.07
Self-Employed GCSE Tutor
Bookmark Tutoring
2023.01 - Current
Sales assistant
River Island
2022.10 - 2023.01
A-Levels -
Cronton Sixth Form College
2022.09 - 2024.06
Paralegal
Kenyon McAteers
2021.01 - Current
GCSEs -
Holly Lodge Girls College
2017.09 - 2022.06