Lina Gjurkova
High Wycombe
Summary
Final-year Law student with practical legal experience gained through client-facing work at a University Legal Clinic. Skilled in legal research, drafting advice letters, and communicating with clients. Also possesses extensive customer service experience, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure — all essential qualities for a successful legal career.
I can speak 4 languages: English, Croatian, Serbian and Macedonian.
Overview
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work history
House of Fraser
- Developed excellent client care skills by assisting a diverse range of customers, an essential skill in building solicitor-client relationships.
- Managed competing priorities and adapted quickly under pressure during peak retail periods, similar to managing multiple case files in legal practice.
- Handled transactions accurately and responsibly, demonstrating attention to detail required for legal documentation.
Danesfield House Hotel and Spa
- Delivered high-quality service in a fast-paced environment, enhancing skills in clear communication and professional conduct under pressure.
- Resolved customer concerns tactfully, preparing for future negotiation and dispute resolution tasks in law.
- Worked collaboratively with team members, mirroring the teamwork required in legal practice groups.
Snappy Snaps
- Provided tailored advice to customers, strengthening my ability to explain complex information clearly – a key skill for client consultations and advocacy.
- Ensured compliance with data protection policies when handling personal images and information, building awareness of confidentiality and regulatory compliance crucial in legal practice.
Legal Advice Clinic
- Conducted client interviews to obtain instructions and assess legal issues, developing skills in client care and professional communication.
- Researched case law, statutes, and regulations to advise clients accurately, strengthening analytical and legal research skills.
- Drafted formal advice letters, demonstrating attention to detail, clear legal writing, and practical problem-solving.
- Handled real-life legal problems responsibly and ethically, preparing for future practice in a solicitor’s or barrister’s role.
Education
Cressex Community School
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Reading college
LLB - Law
University of Westminster
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National Citizen Service (NCS)
01.2019 - 12.2019
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Legal Cheek Spring Virtual Vacation Scheme
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Open Learn
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LinkedIn Learning
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Legal Advisor
Skills
- Legal Research and Drafting
- Client Interviewing and Advice
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management and Multitasking
- Professional Communication
- Confidentiality and Data Protection Awareness
Personal Information
Date of birth: 04/26/02
Timeline
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National Citizen Service (NCS)
01.2019 - 12.2019
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Reading college
LLB - Law
University of Westminster
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Legal Cheek Spring Virtual Vacation Scheme
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Open Learn
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LinkedIn Learning
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Legal Advisor
House of Fraser
Danesfield House Hotel and Spa
Snappy Snaps
Legal Advice Clinic
Cressex Community School
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