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I handle domestic abuse and family proceedings from client instructions through court advocacy.
United KingdomWhat I'm looking for
At HAB Law, I handle domestic abuse matters, predominantly Non-Molestation and Occupation Orders, from taking instructions through to conclusion.
I draft court documentation, instruct counsel for return hearings, undertake advocacy where appropriate, and use AI to support domestic abuse applications.
Previously at Makin Dixon Solicitors, I managed domestic abuse and Children Act proceedings, represented clients at hearings, and secured legal aid certificates through CCMS. I also handled Force Marriage Protection Orders and committal proceedings on an ad hoc basis.
My earlier legal work includes corporate support at Sony Pictures Entertainment and family paralegal work at National Legal Services, where I progressed domestic abuse and divorce cases, prepared court bundles, and drafted witness statements.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Solicitor (Domestic Abuse)
HAB Law
Aug 2026 - Present (1 month)
Handling Non-Molestation and Occupation Orders, taking client instructions to conclusion, drafting court documentation, instructing counsel, and undertaking advocacy. Using AI to support domestic abuse applications.
Solicitor (Family)
Makin Dixon Solicitors
Oct 2023 - May 2026 (2 years 7 months)
Managed a caseload focused on domestic abuse and Children Act proceedings, drafted court documents, liaised with third parties, and represented clients in court. Handled legal aid funding via CCMS and attended PLO meetings.
In-House Legal Assistant & Secretary
Mar 2022 - Sep 2023 (1 year 6 months)
Supported corporate legal department with administrative tasks, filed company information at Companies House, managed execution of commercial contracts, and processed invoices using SAP Ariba.
Legal Administrator (Children)
Birmingham Children's Trust
Oct 2021 - Feb 2022 (4 months)
Liaised with social services regarding safeguarding, typed minutes, collated e-bundles for tribunal proceedings, and wrote outcome letters to clients.
Paralegal (Family)
National Legal Services
Mar 2021 - Aug 2021 (5 months)
Progressed domestic abuse and divorce cases, prepared court bundles, and gathered formal statements from third parties.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
The University of Law
Legal Practice Course, Law
2015 - 2018
Grade: Pass
Completed the Legal Practice Course with electives in Advanced Real Estate, Family, and Employment, achieving a pass.
The University of Law
Graduate Diploma in Law, Law
2014 - 2014
Grade: Pass
Completed the Graduate Diploma in Law, achieving a pass.
University of Bradford
Bachelor of Arts (Hons), Business and Law
2009 - 2013
Grade: 2:2
Earned a Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Business and Law, achieving a 2:2.
Duff Miller College
A Levels, A Levels
2008 - 2009
Grade: B, B, D
Completed three A Levels in English Literature, Psychology, and Biology.
Rosebery Girls School
GCSEs, GCSEs
2001 - 2008
Grade: 7 Bs, 5 Cs
Completed 12 GCSEs with grades ranging from B to C.
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Software and tools used professionally
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