Vishmi Nathasha De Silva
Felixstowe,Suffolk
Summary
Dedicated legal professional with expertise in legal research and analysis, client interviewing, and legal drafting. Demonstrates strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. Committed to delivering precise legal solutions and enhancing client satisfaction.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Receptionist / Waiter / Bartender
Hotel COCO
Felixstowe
2023.01 - 2026.03
- Deliver high-quality customer service in a fast-paced environment
- Manage reservations, enquiries, and front-of-house operations
- Handle financial transactions accurately
- Facilitated prompt issue resolution through careful tracking of complaints until they were fully addressed.
- Managed phone calls, resulting in effective communication flow within the company.
Senior Residence Assistant
University of Essex
2022.09 - 2023.06
- Led a team in maintaining a safe residential environment
- Managed conflict resolution and responded to emergencies
Receptionist / Waiter / Bartender
Best Western Brook Hotel
2022.06 - 2023.01
- Provided customer-focused service while balancing responsibilities
Education
LLB (Hons) - Law with Criminology
University of Essex
Colchester, Essex 2022.10 -
BA (Hons) - Business & Management
American College of Higher Education
Sri Lanka 2017.01 - 2020.01
Higher National Diploma - Business Management
American College of Higher Education
Sri LankaO-Levels -
Leeds International School
Sri LankaSkills
- Legal Research & Analysis
- Client Interviewing
- Legal Drafting
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Problem-Solving
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Languages: English (fluent), Sinhala (fluent)
REFERENCES
Available upon request
INTERESTS
Commercial Awareness & Business Law Developments – Maintain an active interest in commercial and corporate law developments and how legal decisions impact businesses and financial transactions.
LEGAL EXPERIENCE
- Essex Law Clinic, University of Essex, Volunteer Adviser, 2022-10, Present, Conduct structured client interviews to identify legal issues and gather relevant factual information, Undertake legal research to support case preparation and develop appropriate legal solutions, Draft professional letters of advice, reviewed and approved by supervising solicitors, Maintain accurate and confidential case records in line with professional and ethical standards, Collaborate effectively with fellow advisers to manage caseloads
- Citizens Advice, Volunteer, Felixstowe, 2025, Assisted in providing general guidance to clients on legal and social welfare issues, Developed strong client communication skills when dealing with vulnerable individuals
- Support Through Court, Volunteer, Chelmsford, 2026, Present, Support litigants in person by explaining court procedures and documentation, Assist with legal form completion and procedural understanding, Develop awareness of access to justice issues
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
IT Skills: Microsoft Office
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Receptionist / Waiter / Bartender
Hotel COCO
2023.01 - 2026.03
LLB (Hons) - Law with Criminology
University of Essex
2022.10 -
Senior Residence Assistant
University of Essex
2022.09 - 2023.06
Receptionist / Waiter / Bartender
Best Western Brook Hotel
2022.06 - 2023.01
BA (Hons) - Business & Management
American College of Higher Education
2017.01 - 2020.01
Higher National Diploma - Business Management
American College of Higher Education
O-Levels -
Leeds International School