ZULIEKA MCKENZIE
Summary
LLB Law graduate from Middlesex University with practical experience in legal research, drafting, client support and case preparation across legal clinic work, an international legal internship and self-managed employment litigation. Highly organised and detail-focused, with experience preparing evidence bundles, legal correspondence and case documents, and a strong interest in employment, family and public law.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Self-Represented Employment Tribunal Claimant
London East Employment Tribunal
2025.06 - 2026.05
- Drafted legal documents including witness statements, schedule of loss, lists of issues, case management agenda, further and better particulars and formal correspondence
- Prepared extensive evidence bundles and disclosure requests
- Liaised with ACAS, opposing solicitors at Pinsent Masons LLP and tribunal administration
Volunteer Legal Adviser
St James Legal Advice Centre
2025.09 - 2025.12
- Assisted with client intake and note-taking during legal advice appointments
- Supported legal research tasks
- Observed client interviews and legal problem-solving processes
- Gained exposure to community legal support and access to justice work
Legal Intern
Caribbean Elective
Saint Lucia
2024.08 - 2024.08
- Completed 4 weeks of legal experience across advocacy, litigation and public justice settings
- Supported Raise Your Voice Saint Lucia, a non-profit organisation advocating for women and children affected by domestic violence, sexual assault and child abuse
- Gained litigation experience at Floissac, Du Boulay & Thomas, including legal research, drafting correspondence and assisting with case preparation
- Shadowed a barrister on a criminal matter and observed client consultations, legal proceedings, Parliament, Bordelais Correctional Facility and the Boys Training Centre
Education
Level 3 Beauty Therapy Qualification -
Waltham Forest Adult Learning College
2025.10 - 2026.07
BTEC National Diploma Level 3 - Travel & Tourism
Waltham Forest College
London 2005.09 - 2007.07
LLB Law (Hons) -
Middlesex University
2023.09 - 2026.08
Level 2 Diploma - in Beauty Therapy; Level 2 & 3 Hairdressing Diploma
Waltham Forest Adult Learning College
2020.09 - 2022.07
Level 2 Hair & Media Makeup -
Newham College
2019.09 - 2020.04
Level 2 & 3 Diploma - Children and Young People’s Workforce
Smart Training
2013.09 - 2016.08
Skills
- Legal research and drafting
- Legal administration and case management
- Clio case management software
- Case preparation and evidence bundle preparation
- Client intake and onboarding
- Client care and safeguarding awareness
- Confidentiality and handling sensitive information
- Professional correspondence
- Strong attention to detail
- Microsoft Office
- Working under pressure
PROFESIONAL EXPERIENCE
Customer Assistant
Tesco | Aug 2021 – Present
• Managed customer queries in a fast-paced environment
• Handled payments, compliance procedures and operational administration
• Trained colleagues and supported team operations
Nursery Nurse / Childcare Practitioner
Walthamstow Village Montessori Nursery and Various Employers
2009 – 2017
• Safeguarding
• Report writing
• Child development support as key worker
Timeline
Level 3 Beauty Therapy Qualification -
Waltham Forest Adult Learning College
2025.10 - 2026.07
Volunteer Legal Adviser
St James Legal Advice Centre
2025.09 - 2025.12
Self-Represented Employment Tribunal Claimant
London East Employment Tribunal
2025.06 - 2026.05
Legal Intern
Caribbean Elective
2024.08 - 2024.08
LLB Law (Hons) -
Middlesex University
2023.09 - 2026.08
Level 2 Diploma - in Beauty Therapy; Level 2 & 3 Hairdressing Diploma
Waltham Forest Adult Learning College
2020.09 - 2022.07
Level 2 Hair & Media Makeup -
Newham College
2019.09 - 2020.04
Level 2 & 3 Diploma - Children and Young People’s Workforce
Smart Training
2013.09 - 2016.08
BTEC National Diploma Level 3 - Travel & Tourism
Waltham Forest College
2005.09 - 2007.07