I am an accomplished legal professional (Attorney-at-Law) with extensive experience in litigation, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance. With a strong academic foundation, including an LLB from the University of London (2nd class Hons.) and an LLM from the University of Buckingham [Financial Specialist] (Distinction), I specialize in providing strategic legal advice, managing complex disputes, and ensuring regulatory compliance in dynamic environments. Throughout my career, I have worked across diverse industries, handling a broad spectrum of legal matters, including civil and commercial litigation, contract negotiation, corporate law, and property disputes. I have represented clients in high-stakes litigation, both locally and internationally, and have a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks, particularly within the fields of financial law, corporate governance, and data protection. My expertise includes, inter alia, drafting and reviewing contracts, managing cross-border legal issues, ensuring regulatory compliance, conducting due diligence, providing company secretarial services, maintaining statutory registers and providing legal advice to clients. I have experience managing legal disputes, advising on corporate governance, and ensuring that businesses comply with statutory and regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions, while proactively managing risk. With a meticulous attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and a client-focused approach, I am committed to delivering value-driven legal solutions that align with business goals. My ability to communicate effectively across teams and manage complex legal processes ensures that I am able to support organizations in navigating legal challenges and driving successful outcomes.
Spearhead legal, compliance, and HR operations across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring adherence to international regulatory standards. Draft, review, and negotiate complex contracts, agreements, and terms of service, successfully mitigating potential liabilities. Oversee corporate governance, manage board meetings, and ensure statutory compliance for multinational stakeholders. Managed employment contracts, termination letters, and HR policies, leading to a 20% reduction in compliance issues. Monitored evolving Crypto/DeFi regulations, implementing regulatory updates as required. Conduct due diligence, KYC checks, and implement anti-money laundering measures, reducing risk exposure by 40%. Keeping up to date with Financial Conduct Authority, Anti-Money Laundering, and GDPR regulations for compliance purposes. Led company-wide GDPR compliance audits, safegaurding data protection standards.
Delivered high-level Secetarial and administrative support, managing correspondence, scheduling, and operations. Assisted in legal and compliance matters, supporting company-wide regulatory adherence. Managed, monitored, and responded to email correspondence, ensuring timely communication. Coordinated with internal teams and external partners to support organizational activities. Supported operations at Buckingham Food Pantry.
Provided legal representation and advisory services in civil and commercial litigation, handling cases in Supreme Court, Court of Appeal, Commercial High Court, and District Court. Drafted and reviewed legal documents, including contracts, letters of demand, and legal opinions, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Conducted thorough legal research and case analysis, supporting litigation strategies and informed decision-making. Led and supervised junior solicitors and paralegals, ensuring efficient case management and procedural compliance. Managed client relations, offering strategic legal advice, and facilitating dispute resolution to protect corporate interests. Coordinated with external counsel, regulatory bodies and court registries, ensuring seamless case handling and procedural accuracy. Led negotiations in high-stakes commercial disputes, securing favourable settlements for corporate clients. Oversaw case filings, document management, and court procedures, ensuring compliance with legal deadlines and case efficiency. Played a pivotal role in enhancing firm profitability, significantly exceeding departmental revenue targets during critical litigation periods. Contributed to the firm’s reputation by writing legal articles and participating in professional discussions and forums.
Conducted legal research and case analysis, supporting litigation strategies. Assisted in contract drafting and preparing legal documents. Gained expertise in trust law, corporate law, and land disputes, supporting complex litigations in multiple jurisdictions. Updated chamber diary and managed legal records.