Mostafa Elshawy
Leeds
Summary
Paralegal motivated to continually improve and extend personal skills and knowledge to attain increased responsibility and opportunities for professional growth. While self-funding my SQE, I am eager to qualify as a solicitor specializing in corporate and commercial law.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Commercial Litigation Paralegal
Needle Partners Limited
Leeds
05.2025 - Current
- Gained experience with case management software such as BundleDocs Adobe Acrobat, Clio, Cashroom and Sharepoint.
- Drafted and reviewed legal documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Compiled evidence for use at trial effectively.
- Ensured up-to-date knowledge of laws by attending continuous professional development courses.
- Streamlined administrative tasks for increased efficiency in office operations.
- Monitored legislation changes, keeping the team informed promptly.
- Provided general support during trials, assisting solicitors as required.
Legal Intern
El-Borai and Partners
Cairo
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Was involved in arbitration case concerning sale of goods related to major multinational corporations, with proceedings governed by English Law. This role demands comprehensive understanding of international commercial practices and relevant legal frameworks.
- Made substantial contributions to drafting of Respondent's first Memorial, ensuring that legal arguments were articulated effectively and persuasively to support client's interests.
- Participated in initial Procedural Call, where helped establish procedural guidelines for arbitration process and engaged with both arbitrator and opposing counsel to clarify critical issues at hand.
Legal Intern
El-Borai and Partners
Cairo
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Acquired extensive knowledge of regulations and policies related to corporate law, deepening my understanding of legal framework that governs business operations and compliance issues.
- Shadowed experienced attorneys to gain insights into their workloads, case management strategies, and nuances of professional networking within the legal field, enriching my practical understanding of the profession.
- Conducted thorough reviews of legal documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
- Managed case documentation with strong emphasis on security and confidentiality, implementing best practices to protect sensitive client information and maintain trust throughout the legal representation process.
Quality Control Intern
Honey and Dough
Cairo
04.2022 - 05.2022
- Regularly tested products to ensure good quality.
- Spoke to customers and asked for feedback.
Salesman
HANIMEX
Cairo
08.2012 - 09.2012
- Greeted customers and offered assistance with selecting merchandise, finding accessories and completing purchases.
Education
American Diploma -
Thebes International School
High School - undefined
American Internation School in Egypt
09.2015 - 09/2020
Elementary/Middle School - undefined
New Vision International School
09.2013 - 07/2015
Certificate of Law - Law
University of Oxford Summer School
Oxford, OXFCertificate of Psychology - Psychology
University of Oxford Summer School
Oxford, OXFCertificate of Law - Law
University of Oxford Summer School
Oxford, OXFCertificate of Business and Entrepreneurship - Business Management
University of Oxford Summer School
Oxford, OXFLaw LLB - Law
University of Leeds
Leeds, LDS 10/2021 - 06/2025
Skills
- Research and analysis
- Debating and mooting
- Legal project work
- Commercial law
- Interpersonal Skills
- Problem Solving
- Corporate law
- Criminal law
- Attention to Detail
- Legal writing
- Work Well Under Pressure
- Commercial litigation
Certification
PADI Advanced Open Water Diver, 03/31/21
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
Arabic
Intermediate
Custom
- Scuba Diving
- Kite Surfing
- Tennis
- Padel Tennis
- Squash
Affiliations
- Scuba Diving
- Kite Surfing
- Modelling
- Acting
- Psychology
Timeline
Commercial Litigation Paralegal
Needle Partners Limited
05.2025 - Current
Legal Intern
El-Borai and Partners
06.2024 - 08.2024
Legal Intern
El-Borai and Partners
06.2023 - 08.2023
Quality Control Intern
Honey and Dough
04.2022 - 05.2022
High School - undefined
American Internation School in Egypt
09.2015 - 09/2020
Elementary/Middle School - undefined
New Vision International School
09.2013 - 07/2015
Salesman
HANIMEX
08.2012 - 09.2012
Certificate of Law - Law
University of Oxford Summer School
Certificate of Psychology - Psychology
University of Oxford Summer School
Certificate of Law - Law
University of Oxford Summer School
Certificate of Business and Entrepreneurship - Business Management
University of Oxford Summer School
American Diploma -
Thebes International School
Law LLB - Law
University of Leeds
10/2021 - 06/2025
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