Michael McDonald
Stonehaven,Aberdeenshire
Summary
Recent graduate offering strong foundation in legal principles and critical thinking skills. Knowledgeable about research, analytical techniques, and effective communication. Experienced in collaborating within teams and managing time efficiently. Ready to use and develop problem-solving, negotiation, and drafting skills in [Desired Position] role.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Kitchen porter
Kirktown Garden Centre
Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire
2015.05 - 2018.03
- Swept and mopped floors at end of shifts to maintain clean and safe workspace for next day.
- Streamlined workflow to reduce waiting times for serving staff.
- Assisted in stock rotation and maintained accurate inventory counts to support efficient kitchen operations.
- Kept a safe working environment by following all health and safety regulations.
Education
SVQ Level 5 - Law
University of Aberdeen
Aberdeen 2021.09 - 2025.07
Higher National Diploma - Legal Services
North East Scotland College
Aberdeen, Aberdeen City 2019.08 - 2021.07
Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Acting and Theatre Performance
North East Scotland College
Aberdeen, Aberdeen City 2016.08 - 2018.11
Skills
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Experience with legal software
- Legal research
- Westlaw usage
- Legal citation
- Case analysis
- Critical analysis
- Criminal law
- Contract law
- Company and commercial law
- Delict
- International Law of the Sea
- Team leadership
- Public speaking
- Competent negotiator/diplomat
Affiliations
- Watching films, analysing, discussing and constructively critiquing
- Acting, a fun and unique way of engaging with entertainment
- Computer games, interacting with others
- Cooking as the effort always brings a reward
Certification
- Westlaw UK Basic Certification
- Westlaw UK Advanced Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
SVQ Level 5 - Law
University of Aberdeen
2021.09 - 2025.07
Higher National Diploma - Legal Services
North East Scotland College
2019.08 - 2021.07
Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Acting and Theatre Performance
North East Scotland College
2016.08 - 2018.11
Kitchen porter
Kirktown Garden Centre
2015.05 - 2018.03