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JOSEPHINE ADJO APPEAH AKUOKO
Leyton,London
Summary
Commercially focused Solicitor specialising in Immigration and Nationality Law, providing strategic advice on complex immigration issues, including Leave to Remain, Entry Clearance, Skilled Worker Licences, and Asylum matters. Experienced in managing cases from assessment to resolution, delivering results under pressure. Seeking a consultancy role to support clients and contribute to strategic decision-making.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Windrush Clinic Supervisor/Part-time Vising Lecturer
UNIVERSITY OF WESTMINSTER
04.2024 - Current
- Deliver lectures and training sessions on the Windrush scandal, status applications, and compensation eligibility criteria
- Support and supervise students in preparing Windrush Compensation Scheme applications for affected individuals
- Engage with clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams to provide tailored, solution-focused guidance
- Lead recruitment and onboarding of caseworkers for the Windrush clinic
Immigration Consultant
ASTUTE LEGAL SOLICITORS
Vauxhall, London
08.2021 - Current
- Provide clear, strategic legal advice to clients, addressing complex immigration issues and aligning solutions with client objectives
- Manage correspondence with the Home Office, Tribunals, and relevant third parties, ensuring timely and accurate communication on client matters
- Supervise and train staff on client consultations, information gathering, case analysis, legal research, and preparation of immigration and nationality applications, including submissions and biometric appointment processes
- Oversee workflow allocation, monitor case progress, and ensure compliance with deadlines and service standards
Immigration Consultant
CLAAS SOLICITORS
London Bridge, London
08.2020 - 08.2021
Immigration Consultant
JS SOLICITORS
Leyton Branch, London
05.2018 - 07.2020
Paralegal/Trainee Solicitor
AJ SOLICITORS
Brixton, London
06.2015 - 08.2017
Education
LLM/LPC -
BPP University School of Law
Holborn, UK08-2019
LLB (Hons) -
BPP University
Waterloo, UK05-2017
BA (Hons) - Apparel Design and Retail Merchandising
Northumbria University
Angel, UK03-2010
Skills
- Legal research
- Case analysis
- Client relationship management
- Targeted training programmes
- Team performance assessment
- Mentoring and coaching
- Motivational speaking
People Development
- Strong ability to assess team capabilities, identify individual strengths, and address development areas to enhance overall performance
- Foster a positive and supportive working environment through mentoring, coaching, and continuous engagement with team members and junior staff
- Design and deliver targeted training programmes to enhance team competencies in project appraisal, due diligence, client care, professional ethics, and fee negotiation
- Skilled in motivating and inspiring others, including delivering talks that encourage resilience, personal growth, and the achievement of long-term goals
Affiliations
Law Society, England and Wales, Qualified Solicitor, 635671
References
Available on request.
Interests
Timeline
Windrush Clinic Supervisor/Part-time Vising Lecturer
UNIVERSITY OF WESTMINSTER
04.2024 - Current
Immigration Consultant
ASTUTE LEGAL SOLICITORS
08.2021 - Current
Immigration Consultant
CLAAS SOLICITORS
08.2020 - 08.2021
Immigration Consultant
JS SOLICITORS
05.2018 - 07.2020
Paralegal/Trainee Solicitor
AJ SOLICITORS
06.2015 - 08.2017
LLM/LPC -
BPP University School of Law
LLB (Hons) -
BPP University
BA (Hons) - Apparel Design and Retail Merchandising
Northumbria University