Zi Xuan Siew
London
Summary
Multilingual individual fluent in Mandarin, English and Malay. Legally trained in the UK and called to the bar of England and Wales. Currently working as a paralegal in mental capacity law.
Independent and proactive learner. Able to engage in meaningful group discussions. Possesses strong interest in French language and culture. Eager to attend the summer school in person at Sciences Po.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Paralegal
Miles and Partners LLP
London
2025.06 - Current
- Supported the firm's partner in the management of cases with strong organising skills
- Developed strong written ability from drafting legal documents
- Coordinated meetings between other parties and clients to come to an agreement
- Able to communicate efficiently with vulnerable clients through simple language and compassion
Judicial Marshal
Social Security Tribunal
2025.02 - 2025.03
- Marshalled Judge Quinn across sittings in Sutton, Fox Court and East London
- Observed various welfare benefits hearings (PIP, UC, maternity benefits etc.) and developed understanding around the policies behind such benefits
County Court Advocate (Self-Employed)
LPC Law
London
2024.09 - 2024.12
- Appeared for lenders in mortgage possessions in County Courts (Bank of Scotland, Barclays Bank, NatWest, Nationwide Building Society, Santander)
- Appeared for landlords in s8 possessions in County Courts
- Conducted 4-9 briefs a week efficiently through strong time-management and organisational skills
- Managed high-pressure situations eg. having to think on my feet to respond to unanticipated arguments put forward by Defendants'
Caseworker
University of Bristol Law Clinic
Bristol
2022.09 - 2023.08
- Advised 3 clients on workplace discrimination
- Worked effectively with partner under the supervision of clinic director
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients through clear and compassionate communication
- Liaised effectively with opponent solicitors and tribunals to manage case progression
Vacation Scheme Participant
Wong & Partners (Member Firm of Baker McKenzie)
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2022.07 - 2022.07
- Rotated to Finance & Projects and Dispute Resolution departments
- Assisted in bundle preparation for counsel in a breach of director's duties case requiring an eye for detail
- Conducted additional legal research to strengthen client's case
Legal Intern
Rahmat Lim & Partners
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2022.06 - 2022.07
- Rotated to Energy, Infrastructure & Projects team and Corporate & Commercial team
- Utilised Mandarin skills to build rapport with a Chinese client as part of a mediation hearing
- Organised case files strategically to maintain client confidentiality
Education
Bar Vocational Studies -
City, University of London
London 2023.09 - 04/2024
Bachelor of Arts - Law LLB
University of Bristol
Bristol 2020.09 - 06/2023
A-Levels -
Sunway College
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 2019.01 - 05/2020
Skills
- Multilingual
- Communication
- Writing skills
- Advocacy
Non-legal Experience
01/2019 - 01/2020
Volunteer Tutor - Project BAWE
- Tutored underprivileged children two times a week to bridge education deficiency in Malaysia
- Managed to give children consistent education to assist them to break out of the poverty cycle
09/2023 - 10/2023
Fundraising Volunteer - Avon Wildlife Trust
- Pledged to run 1 km for every £1 donated
- Help raised £200 for the conservation of Bristolian wildlife and woodlands
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
English
Fluent
Malay
Intermediate
French
Elementary
Cantonese
Elementary
Accomplishments
- Certificate of Honour for Outstanding Performance in BPTC (2024, Middle Temple)
- Winning team in COP 26 Policy Competition (2021, University of Bristol Environmental and Energy Law Society)
- Quarterfinalist in Mooting (2021, University of Bristol Law Club)
- Quarterfinalist in Mooting (2020, University of Bristol Law Club)
- Jeffrey Cheah Entrance Scholarship (2019, Sunway College)
Timeline
Paralegal
Miles and Partners LLP
2025.06 - Current
Judicial Marshal
Social Security Tribunal
2025.02 - 2025.03
County Court Advocate (Self-Employed)
LPC Law
2024.09 - 2024.12
Bar Vocational Studies -
City, University of London
2023.09 - 04/2024
Caseworker
University of Bristol Law Clinic
2022.09 - 2023.08
Vacation Scheme Participant
Wong & Partners (Member Firm of Baker McKenzie)
2022.07 - 2022.07
Legal Intern
Rahmat Lim & Partners
2022.06 - 2022.07
Bachelor of Arts - Law LLB
University of Bristol
2020.09 - 06/2023
A-Levels -
Sunway College
2019.01 - 05/2020