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
2024.08 - Current
- Contributed feedback on patient progress leading to adjustments in personalised care plans.
Event steward
Sword Security
Cardiff
2023.05 - 2025.04
- 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
2023.01 - 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
2021.08 - 2022.08
- 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
2018.12 - 2021.08
- 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 2022.09 - 2023.09
Bachelor of Laws - Law
Ambrose Alli University
Nigeria 2012.09 - 2017.11
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
2024.08 - Current
Event steward
Sword Security
2023.05 - 2025.04
Support worker
Safehands Recruitment
2023.01 - Current
Masters of law, international commercial law - Law
University of South Wales
2022.09 - 2023.09
Legal practitioner
Alpha Juris Chambers
2021.08 - 2022.08
Legal practitioner
Essien H. Andrew & Co
2018.12 - 2021.08
Bachelor of Laws - Law
Ambrose Alli University
2012.09 - 2017.11