Summary
Education
Skills
Relevant Experience
IT Skills
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Kashmala Mushtaq

Manchester

Summary

I am a final year LLB Law student at Manchester Metropolitan University graduating in July 2026, motivated to build a career in the legal sector and apply my academic knowledge in a professional environment. Through my studies, I have developed strong research, analytical, and written communication skills, alongside the ability to manage multiple responsibilities and work effectively under pressure. I am highly organised, reliable, and eager to apply my legal knowledge and contribute to a professional legal team.

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - Law

Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester
09/2023 - 07/2026

A-Levels -

Holy Cross College
Bury
09/2021 - 06/2023

GCSEs -

Abraham Moss Community School
Manchester
09/2016 - 07/2021

Skills

  • Legal Research
  • Legal writing
  • Verbal communication
  • Time Management and meeting deadlines
  • Attention to detail and critical thinking
  • Teamwork

Relevant Experience

Member - Law Society

Manchester Metropolitan University | 2025-Present

  • Participated in legal networking events and workshops.
  • Engaged with peers to discuss current legal issues and professional development.
  • Gained insight into career pathways within the legal sector through engagement with professionals.

Collaborative Legal Presentation Projects

Manchester Metropolitan University | 2023-Present

  • Worked in small teams as part of my Professional Skills and Environment unit to research several legal topics and deliver a 5 minute presentation.
  • Communicated legal concepts clearly to an audience, strengthening verbal communication skills.
  • Coordinated responsibilities within the group to ensure deadlines were met.

Academic Legal Research & Writing Projects

Manchester Metropolitan University | 2023-Present

  • Produced multiple 2,000-3,000 word assignments requiring independent research and precise legal reasoning.
  • Interpreted judicial decisions and statutes to support legal arguments in assessed coursework.
  • Analysed complex legal scenarios and applied relevant case law and legislation to produce structured written advice.

IT Skills

  • Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint - Procertas Digital Skills Certification.
  • Legal Research Databases (WestLaw, LexisNexis)

Timeline

Diploma of Higher Education - Law

Manchester Metropolitan University
09/2023 - 07/2026

A-Levels -

Holy Cross College
09/2021 - 06/2023

GCSEs -

Abraham Moss Community School
09/2016 - 07/2021
Kashmala Mushtaq