Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Timeline
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Precious Aire

Cardiff

Summary

Masters in international commercial law graduate, legally trained professional and foreign-qualified lawyer with a strong foundation in legal research, drafting and litigation support, now transitioning into the England and Wales legal industry as a dedicated and detail-oriented paralegal. Whilst new to the England and Wales legal system, bringing over 5 years of legal practice from Nigeria, a commonwealth country, combined with a fast-learning mindset and a commitment to excellence. Highly organised, detail-oriented and eager to apply international experience within England and Wales legal frameworks and contribute to a dynamic legal team as a senior paralegal.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Support worker

Iris Care Group
Cardiff
08.2024 - Current
  • Contributed feedback on patient progress leading to adjustments in personalised care plans.

Event steward

Sword Security
Cardiff
05.2023 - 04.2025
  • Provided excellent customer service for guests' satisfaction.
  • Promoted positive guest relations through polite and professional interaction.
  • Trained junior stewards in ticket scanning techniques, increasing check-in efficiencies.

Support worker

Safehands Recruitment
Cardiff
01.2023 - Current
  • Maintained detailed records of patient behaviour changes for healthcare team reference.
  • Actively listened to client concerns thus creating a comforting environment.

Legal practitioner

Alpha Juris Chambers
Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria
08.2021 - 08.2022
  • Enhanced client relationships with exceptional communication and management skills.
  • Drafted various legal documents including wills, contracts, and deeds with precision and care.
  • Managed and oversaw paralegals and legal assistants.
  • Liaised with legal colleagues to identify required work, delegate tasks and speed up case progress.
  • Launched official legal action to progress cases.
  • Ensured client confidentiality, resulting in increased trust and rapport.

Legal practitioner

Essien H. Andrew & Co
Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria
12.2018 - 08.2021
  • Managed complex caseloads whilst maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Reviewed statutory laws and regulations; advised clients and law firm accordingly.
  • Undertook extensive research to build strong litigation strategies.
  • Provided pro bono services to underprivileged clients, promoting social justice within the community.
  • Drafted various legal documents including wills, contracts, and deeds with precision and care.
  • Offered helpful, informative legal advice to clients, colleagues and external practitioners.

Education

Masters of law, international commercial law - Law

University of South Wales
Pontypridd
09.2022 - 09.2023

Bachelor of Laws - Law

Ambrose Alli University
Nigeria
09.2012 - 11.2017

Skills

  • Interpersonal and effective communication
  • Team Leadership
  • Public speaking
  • Effective communication
  • Case Management
  • Resourcefulness
  • Documentation expertise
  • Empathy for clients
  • Civil litigation understanding
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Strong research skills

Certification

- Data analysis, Agored Cymru, 2024

- Lean six sigma yellow belt, C.S.S.C, 2024

- Certificate of call to the bar, Body of Benchers' Nigeria, 2018

- Certificate of national service, NYSC Nigeria, 2019

Accomplishments

-Participation and performance in University of South Wales moot at the Supreme Court of the United Kingdom (UKSC), 2023

Affiliations

  • Hiking
  • Travelling
  • Research
  • Reading

Timeline

Support worker

Iris Care Group
08.2024 - Current

Event steward

Sword Security
05.2023 - 04.2025

Support worker

Safehands Recruitment
01.2023 - Current

Masters of law, international commercial law - Law

University of South Wales
09.2022 - 09.2023

Legal practitioner

Alpha Juris Chambers
08.2021 - 08.2022

Legal practitioner

Essien H. Andrew & Co
12.2018 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Laws - Law

Ambrose Alli University
09.2012 - 11.2017
Precious Aire