Veeshal Chumroo
Benfleet,Essex
Summary
Qualified Nurse with 25 years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner, Unregistered Barrister, currently reading LPC at BPP Law School. Actively supported Mental health patients and managing staff, operations planning. Dependable leader with ability to develop, manage allocated caseload, motivate staff while interfacing with executives on all levels. Implementing all guidelines, enabling enhanced outcomes for vulnerable people in mental healthcare. Using outstanding communication, planning and program management abilities to deliver dependable. Transferable skills to the legal profession. Diligent Paralegal with a background in Immigration Law and conducting research in compliance. Highly skilled in evidence gathering and legal document analysis. Talented in managing complex schedules, goal setting and office administration. Aiming to apply advanced knowledge of legal functions to secure a pupillage.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Chairperson
Gambling Regulatory Authrority
Port Louis , Mauritius
01.2025 - Current
- Mitigated risks by implementing robust compliance systems.
- Developed successful partnerships with stakeholders, strengthening external relationships.
- Championed sustainability initiatives for improved public perception.
- Ensured continuity in board membership by establishing a rigorous succession planning process.
- Monitored progress towards goals, improving accountability at all levels.
- Endorsed ethical business practices resulting in increased trust from stakeholders.
- Strengthened stakeholder relationships through transparent communication strategies.
- Fostered a culture of innovation by encouraging creative solutions from employees.
- Advised CEO on critical matters, fostering effective leadership at the top level.
- Chaired shareholder meetings, disseminating information and fielded questions.
- Provided recommendations on board about effectiveness, actions and future plans.
- Maintained agile, responsible organisation with sustained revenue growth by monitoring industry forecasts, honing budgets and adjusting marketing strategies.
Paralegal
City Heights Solicitors
Stratford, London
04.2021 - 01.2025
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email and mail.
- Developed legal documents, including motions and briefs, to support litigation processes and court proceedings.
- Reviewed and evaluated legal documents, including discovery materials and contracts.
- Investigated facts and laws to determine causes of action and to prepare cases.
- Prepared legal briefs, motions and pleadings.
- Acted as liaison between multiple Lawyers involved in complex legal issues.
- Meeting with experts and claimants and handling caseload of clients.
- Assisting Solicitors to prepare for court and attending court.
- Presenting applications to judges and drafting grounds of appeal, grounds of injunctions.
- Drafting pre-action protocol letters and witness statements.
- Drafting supporting letters in readiness for court hearing.
- Drafting correspondence to Home Office.
- Analysed elements of civil litigation, including evidence gathering and presentation and client counselling.
- Represented clients in Housing Tribunals and Immigration Tribunals
- Represented clients against Hackney Council: Regarding Pater Appeal.
- Facilitated communication between clients and solicitors with professionalism.
- Conducted initial client interviews to gather case details.
- Managed a high volume of cases simultaneously, demonstrating strong organisational skills.
- Monitored legislation changes, keeping the team informed promptly.
- Coordinated meetings between solicitors and clients for effective discussion.
Senior Mental Health Practitioner
North East London Foundation Trust
Goodmayes, Essex
08.2010 - 10.2024
- Ensured all care management duties were carried out in line with the Care Act and other applicable legislation.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation including Children Act 1989 and Mental Capacity Act 2005.
- Created comprehensive service user reports with thorough risk assessments, enabling effective multi-disciplinary team management of chronic cases.
- Assessed service user needs and risks following intensive approach to formulate effective care plans.
- Carried out thorough Care Act assessments, support planning and development reviews to ensure optimised care provision.
- Coordinated safe, responsible care for a caseload of 25 clients with severe and enduring mental health issues.
- Maintained confidential case documentation in line with data protection regulations.
- Attended regular training and supervision workshops for improved service user support.
- Promoted independence and positive wellbeing when working with vulnerable adults and children.
- Kept detailed, accurate records for well-maintained care continuity between support staff.
- Consulted with multidisciplinary team of professionals to optimise treatment plans for complex cases.
- Provided mental health support to service users, as well as signposting community resources and local charities.
- Developed and championed accessible, practical solutions for recurring problems faced by service users.
- Collaborated with officials to prepare required legal documentation for court proceedings.
- Supervised small groups of adults with additional mental health needs in assigned therapy groups.
- Represented clients in Mental Health Review Hearing and Hospital Mangers Hearing.
- Analysed patients' behavioural patterns, leading to more personalised therapeutic interventions.
- Liaised with social services to secure necessary support systems for vulnerable individuals.
- Maintained meticulous records of patients' progress for professional analysis and review.
- Offered crisis intervention during emergency situations, ensuring immediate care and support were provided.
- Provided counselling services for the better management of anxiety and depression symptoms.
- Advocated on behalf of patients' rights, promoting equal access to necessary resources and services.
Lead Clinical Manager
Excellence Care Ltd
Basildon, Essex
06.2008 - 08.2010
- Implemented clear quality standards to maintain first-class patient provisions.
- Managed daily service operations through strategic care planning.
- Assessed clinical care provisions to meet required safety standards.
- Collaborated with external providers to meet patient care continuity needs.
- Caring for patients with acute conditions - building relationships and responding to their physical and emotional needs, while delivering effective care.
- Administering patients' medications and treatments - and monitoring results.
- Dealing with the specific symptoms of mental illness, de-escalating stressful situations and helping patients overcome challenges.
- Interacting with patients' families and other care staff - offering advice and information on patients' conditions.
- Preparing and maintaining patients records, producing care plans and risk assessments. Organising group therapy sessions, including social and artistic events, aimed at promoting patients' mental recovery.
- Coordinated staff rotas to meet service requirements whilst remaining under budget.
- Evaluated performance reports to monitor practice progress.
- Collaborated with local authorities in safeguarding vulnerable patients.
- Set and monitored performance targets for optimised service-user care.
Mental Health Staff Nurse
South Essex Partnership NHS Trust
Basildon , Essex
09.2005 - 12.2007
- Prevented violent situations, using de-escalation skills to manage aggressive patients.
- Ensured optimal treatment results by guaranteeing correct administration of medication.
- Optimised patient outcomes by acting as a liaison in interactions with psychiatrists and physicians.
- Provided care to patients with acute and chronic mental health conditions.
- Conducted patient assessments to accurately diagnose health, emotional and substance abuse disorders.
- Monitored patients undergoing detoxification from alcohol or drugs, promptly reporting changes in condition.
Education
Masters of Law - Law
London South Bank University
London 09.2017 - 06.2018
Post Graduate Diploma in Law - Law
London South Bank University
London 09.2014 - 06.2015
Bar Professional Training Course - Bar Practice
Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester 09.2016 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Laws - LL.B (Hons)
University of East London
09.2002 - 06.2005
Diploma in Mental Health Nursing - Nursing
Middlesex University
09.1998 - 03.2002
Skills
- Strong work ethic and Team working
- Integrative negotiation
- Document preparation
- Legal compliance
- Confidentiality
- Case management
- Good communication and people skills
- Strong work ethic
- Analytical and research skills
- Perseverance and creativity
- Diligent and Dedicated
- Flexible and Reflective Work under pressure and maintain composure and stay focused
Timeline
Chairperson
Gambling Regulatory Authrority
01.2025 - Current
Paralegal
City Heights Solicitors
04.2021 - 01.2025
Masters of Law - Law
London South Bank University
09.2017 - 06.2018
Bar Professional Training Course - Bar Practice
Manchester Metropolitan University
09.2016 - 01.2020
Post Graduate Diploma in Law - Law
London South Bank University
09.2014 - 06.2015
Senior Mental Health Practitioner
North East London Foundation Trust
08.2010 - 10.2024
Lead Clinical Manager
Excellence Care Ltd
06.2008 - 08.2010
Mental Health Staff Nurse
South Essex Partnership NHS Trust
09.2005 - 12.2007
Bachelor of Laws - LL.B (Hons)
University of East London
09.2002 - 06.2005
Diploma in Mental Health Nursing - Nursing
Middlesex University
09.1998 - 03.2002
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