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Theophilus Marshall Osemele

Theophilus Marshall Osemele

Nuneaton,England

Summary

A dedicated, hardworking, and target driven individual who strives to succeed in everything , including graduating with Upper Second-Class Honours (2.1) in English and Wales law. Excelled in managing case files, drafting legal documents, and liaising with clients to ensure smooth case progression. Instrumental in improving office efficiency and enhancing client relations. Looking forward to gaining more work experience and possibly join a reputable and dynamic team. Registered with QLTS in preparation for SQE1.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Legal assistant

Clifton Law Solicitors,
Coventry, West Midlands
09.2024 - Current

A voluntary work to gain valuable experience within the immigration and family laws under the supervision of a solicitor.

· Maximum observation of Clifton Law Solicitors and SRA ‘s standards for legal practice, under the supervision of a solicitor.

· Gathering and drafting witness statements, correspondence, and instruction for experts and counsels.

· Effectively negotiating on behalf of clients to achieving favourable outcomes.

· Applying the knowledge of immigration laws in supporting asylum seekers to prepare representation documents.

· Reviewing client's statements and other correspondence such as Home Office substantive interview transcripts and statements to ensure accuracy.

· Continuous research approach and up to date with relevant laws and regulations.

· Preparing bundles to be used in the court.

· Supporting asylum seekers to manage barriers to integration such as registration with the General Practice (GP), application for asylum registration card (ARC) and work permits.

· Supporting clients to make complaints and advocate for their rights across different organisations in the United Kingdom.

· Supporting clients to prepare Family Based, Long Resident and Private Life Applications.

Supporting clients to apply for leave to remain, indefinite leave to remain and British Citizenship

Director

ABZ Security Solutions LTD,
London, City of London
06.2020 - 10.2021

Owner of a limited liability company to fill the gaps between bigger security companies and the downstream customers. This was a temporal business to fill the gap created by Covid 19.

  • · Supplied S.I.A security badge holder as Relief Officers to security companies in the aspect of Door Supervision (D.S.), Cash and Valuables in Transit (CVIT), Public Space Surveillance (CCTV), Security Guarding (S.G.), Vehicle Immobilisation (VI), Key Holding (K.H.) and Close Protection (C.P.).

Security Officer

Servoca Secure Solutions LTD,
Livingston, West Lothian
05.2019 - 02.2020

Worked in the private security industry in various capacities.

· Maintained accurate records and logs of incidents at sites and corporate environment.

· Ensured the maintenance of confidentiality in line with the legislation.

· Ensured all health and safety policies and procedures were adhered to.

· Maintained correspondence in a professional manner and in accordance with operating procedures.

· Provided a security presence to deter crime and ensured the venue's safe running.

· Liaised with Police and other public bodies to ensure a coordinated approach to local issues.

· Enhanced customer experience and handled incidents inside and outside the venue.

Paralegal

V.O Aweh Law Firm,
Benin City , Edo State , Nigeria
02.2018 - 04.2019

Worked as a paralegal in a private law firm (Full time).

· Researched status and case laws and prepared documents for the Solicitors to act on.

· Handled confidential client or case information in line with the data protection laws and the Nigeria Bar Association Standards.

· Gathered evidence and statements from clients and presented same to the solicitor for action.

· Undertook general office work, including organizing files and bundles.

· Shadowed solicitors argue and present cases at the Magistrate and High Courts.

· Prepared court filings, maintaining punctuality in submission deadlines.

Paralegal

V.O Aweh Law Firm,
Benin City,, Edo State, Nigeria
11.2013 - 08.2016

Worked as a paralegal in a private law firm (Part time).


· Researched status and case laws and prepared documents for the Solicitors to act on.

· Handled confidential client or case information in line with the data protection laws and the Nigeria Bar Association Standards.

· Gathered evidence and statements from clients and presented same to the solicitor for action.

· Undertook general office work, including organizing files and bundles.

· Shadowed solicitors argue and present cases at the Magistrate and High Courts.

· Prepared court filings, maintaining punctuality in submission deadlines.

Teacher

Ede Grammar School
Umunede, Delta State, Nigeria
01.2006 - 07.2016

Served in a public school as a Teacher under Delta State Government, Delta State, Nigeria.


· Managed and taught Senior Secondary School III (SS3), pupils Mathematics, Economics and Physics.

· Quarterly organised sports tournaments between Ede Grammar School and public schools within Ika Northeast Local Government Area of Delta State.

· Tailored homework assignments according to individual student ability level, increased understanding of complex concepts.

· Adhered strictly to syllabus guidelines whilst teaching various subjects across different grade levels.

· Adjusted teaching methods according to individual student's needs, ensured inclusive learning environment.

· Boosted students' reading comprehension with creative teaching strategies.

Teacher

Cronata Secondary School
Ohafia, , Abia State, Nigeria
09.2004 - 09.2005

One-year compulsory National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), in a public school.


· Served the Nigerian Government by teaching Senior Secondary School (SS1) pupils Mathematics and Physics, as primary assignment.

· Adhered strictly to syllabus guidelines whilst teaching various subjects across different grade levels.

· Adjusted teaching methods according to individual student's needs, ensured inclusive learning environment.

· Boosted students' reading comprehension with creative teaching strategies.

Administrative Assistant

Asaba Textile Mill Plc,
Asaba, Delta State, Nigeria
07.1993 - 08.1999

Managed administrative tasks for Asaba Textile Mill Plc, Asaba on daily basis. (full time)


· Acted as a point of contact for clients and suppliers via telephone, in person and by email.

· Organised office meetings between managers, departments and teams.

· Welcomed and directed visitors to the appropriate offices to handle their needs.

· Managed correspondence including responding to queries and requests for information.

· Processed invoices, receipts, and basic bookkeeping tasks.

Education

Generalist Adviser - Adviser Training Programme

Citizens Advise and Rights Fife,
Glenrothes, Fife, Scotland.
04.2024 - 08.2024

Bachelor of laws - English and Wales Laws

The Open University
Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
10.2021 - 04.2024

Master of Science - General Management

Jonkoping University
Jonkoping, Sweden
08.2016 - 01.2018

Bachelor of engineering - Mechanical and Production Engineering

Enugu State University of Science and Technology
Enugu State , Nigeria
09.1999 - 10.2003

Ordinary level - Government, English language, Chemistry

West African Senior School Certificate Examination (Private)
Awgu, Enugu State, Nigeria
11.2001 - 12.2001

Ordinary level - Mathematics, Economics, Geography, Physics, Biology, and Agricultural Science.

Akumazi Umuocha Secondary School,
Akumazi Umuocha, Delta State, Nigeria
01.1987 - 05.1993

Skills

A good listener, reliable and honest professional

Ability to apply legal principles to address issues and provide appropriate remedies

Applying excellent organisational skills and attention to detail to multiple tasks successfully

Research skills using a range of sources, including interviews and -verbal questioning

Analytical, reasoning, and critical thinking skills and the ability to formulate sound arguments

Dispute resolution, human rights advocacy, confident and persuasive oral communication skills

Accomplishments

A Member, Innovation Runway Project Jonkoping University, Sweden 01/2017- 03/2017

Applied research and problem-solving skills to address the challenges with the digitalisation of a law firm

A member of two postgraduate students that researched on the digitisation of a law firm (Advokatfirman Glimstedt Jönköping AB) in Sweden . A project within Strategic Entrepreneurship and Innovation (SEI).

· Researched on digital trends within the law sector at international and local levels.

· Discovered ways to meet clients' needs by 64 % and strengthened a Law Firm/Client's relationships by digital approach (Artificial Intelligence, eDiscovery, video conferencing tools).


Founder/First Chairman, Students Security Council, (S.S.C) ESUT, Nigeria. 11/2001- 11/2002

Applied advocacy, leadership and dispute resolution skills to manage crisis-

· Founder of a student security outfit that challenged violence, cultism, criminal activities, and civil wrongs in the campus by introducing strategies that reduced cultism and violence at the Enugu State University of Science and Technology, ESUT, by 67% (2002).

· Advocated for students rights and carried out orientation exercises against the use of students for political thuggery across the eastern part of Nigeria.





Other information


· A British citizen with unlimited rights to work in the United Kingdom.

· Holder of a UK drivers' licence (B) and a reliable vehicle to travel to work.

· Studied Social Work with the University of Stirling but was awarded a Social Studies Post Graduate degree which was rejected and currently being challenged through the Information Commissioner's Office.

Good working knowledge of full Microsoft Office 365.

Reference

Available on request.

Timeline

Legal assistant

Clifton Law Solicitors,
09.2024 - Current

Generalist Adviser - Adviser Training Programme

Citizens Advise and Rights Fife,
04.2024 - 08.2024

Bachelor of laws - English and Wales Laws

The Open University
10.2021 - 04.2024

Director

ABZ Security Solutions LTD,
06.2020 - 10.2021

Security Officer

Servoca Secure Solutions LTD,
05.2019 - 02.2020

Paralegal

V.O Aweh Law Firm,
02.2018 - 04.2019

Master of Science - General Management

Jonkoping University
08.2016 - 01.2018

Paralegal

V.O Aweh Law Firm,
11.2013 - 08.2016

Teacher

Ede Grammar School
01.2006 - 07.2016

Teacher

Cronata Secondary School
09.2004 - 09.2005

Ordinary level - Government, English language, Chemistry

West African Senior School Certificate Examination (Private)
11.2001 - 12.2001

Bachelor of engineering - Mechanical and Production Engineering

Enugu State University of Science and Technology
09.1999 - 10.2003

Administrative Assistant

Asaba Textile Mill Plc,
07.1993 - 08.1999

Ordinary level - Mathematics, Economics, Geography, Physics, Biology, and Agricultural Science.

Akumazi Umuocha Secondary School,
01.1987 - 05.1993
Theophilus Marshall Osemele