Competent barrister and solicitor at law 6 years standing. Focused and driven individual striving to achieve excellence through specializing in Insurance and Commercial Law. Keen to source a challenging role in a dynamic team which will offer early responsibilities, a progressive career path and the opportunity to maximize my full potential.

Education

September 2020- To date (completion September 2022) Queen Mary, University of London, LLM Insurance Law.

September 2017 – September 2018 City, University of London, LLM International Commercial Law.

September 2013 – August 2014 The Sierra Leone Law School, Barrister and Solicitor legal Course.

September 2011-July 2012 Legal Practice Course.

September 2008 – July 2011 University of Northampton, LL.B (Hons).

September 2006 – July 2008 Coulsdon College and Sixth form, Croydon (A-levels) Law, English Literature and Government and Politics.

September 2001 – June 2006 St Andrew’s Church of England High School, Croydon 9 A-C GCSE.

Employment

Allianz Worldwide Partners, Croydon, London (July 2019- to date)

Legal Insurance Claims Handler

•  Investigating and processing claims in line with policies.
• Validating insurance policies.
• Assessing claims.
• Gathering relevant information and accurate data input to set up claims.
• Liaising with policyholders, foreign authorities, underwriters, travel agents and policy sales teams.
• Analyzing policies and proffering advise.
• Reviewing and verifying documents/evidence submitted.
• Computing amounts payable and paying out claims.
• Fraud analysis.

Cabaid, Auxillis Group, Croydon, London (June 2018- April 2019)

• Motor Claims Assessor
• Case management, from FNOL to recoveries.
• Processing Credit Hire and Credit Repairs for road traffic accidents.
• Compiling payment packs.
• Liaising with third parties, insurance companies and various authorities.
• Defending claims.
• Complaints handling.
• Examining, questioning facts and evidence, thereafter advising clients.
• Compiling paperwork to issue proceedings.
• General administration.

Professional experience

Member of the firm Renner-Thomas Associates, Sierra Leone (May 2016- to date) active practice from May 2016- July 2017

Specialties; Commercial and Admiralty Law, Civil Litigation, Business Law, Property Law and Banking Law.

Barrister & Solicitor of the High Court of Sierra Leone

• Litigation.
• Researching evidence to support case at hand and constructing sustainable legal arguments.
• Preparing court bundles.
• Drafting legal documents, contracts and court papers.
• Case management.
• Consultations.
• Negotiating and mediating between parties.
• Proffering legal advice.
• Dispute resolution, reaching amicable settlements.
• Analyzing legal contracts, conveyances, and other documents.
• Representing the firm at conferences.

Renner-Thomas Associate, Sierra Leone (January 2015- May 2016)

Pupil Barrister

• Making interim applications.
• Shadowed pupil master (the senior partner, 25+ years called to the Bar).
• Developed confidence in advocacy.
• Practicing drafting skills.
• Obtained strong practical knowledge and case handling.
• Carried out all aspects entailed in working as a pupil barrister.

Voluntary Work

Croydon Magistrate Court (2007)

• Observing, taking notes on legal judgments and sentencing processes.
• Reviewing arguments and sentences passed.
• Assisting assigned court clerk.

Sierra Leone Bar Association Law Report and Editorial Project (2016- to date)

• Reviewing judgments and rulings of the judiciary of Sierra Leone to collate law report journals.

Department of Work and Pension – (September 2014- December 2014)

• First point of call for all customers, dealing with their enquires, administration work, processing applications and scheduling appointments.

Befriending at Age concern (2006-2008)

• Visiting allocated persons at their homes, accompanying them out and helping with household chores.

Derby and Jones 60+ club (2005-2008) (Summer holidays)

• Both an administration and host assistant role, undertaking various tasks to support members.

IT and Language skills

IT: Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office software, namely Word, Excel, PowerPoint and E-mail. Proficient in navigating the internet and websites.

Language: Fluent in English and Creole (both written and oral).

Attributes

• The ability and discipline to uphold honesty and apply integrity when working as part of a team and independently.
• Excellent time management skills gained through employment and education, by prioritizing and ensuring deadlines are met.
• Providing excellent customer service and satisfaction.
• Proven track record of demonstrating reliability and trustworthiness.
• Having a pro-active mindset.
• Very good attention for details, facts and figures respectively.
• Awareness of due processes, health and safety protocols.
• Working consistently and accurately under pressure.
• Communicating clearly, effectively and comprehending ideas.
• Taking the initiative to act, making effective decisions with minimal supervision.
• Acknowledging criticism and enhancing self-development.
• Willing attitude.

Interests & activities

Indulging in a good read and taking part in weekly spin classes at my local gym.