Even though many of our graduates will have progressed in their careers since completing a case study, they are still of interest to students who wish to gain an understanding of the world of work.

I practise predominantly in the fields of employment, discrimination and sports law. On a day to day basis, I represent a range of clients in the Employment Tribunal, the Employment Appeal Tribunal and the civil courts. In addition, I have experience of working on sports and commercial arbitrations.

I undertake advocacy in a variety of different forums; provide legal advice to clients, both in person and over the phone; draft written advices / opinions on legal issues; and draft court documents (including Particulars of Claim, Defences, Skeleton Arguments, Notices of Appeal etc.). I also provide seminars on a regular basis to solicitors' firms.

Advocacy and legal analysis.

Managing a varied caseload, meeting strict deadlines and staying up to date with legal developments.

I studied employment law as one of my optional modules during the LLB course (taught by Michael Jefferson) and really enjoyed the subject.

The analytical and written skills which I developed during my law degree.

A 12 month pupillage / traineeship.

Paralegal: DLA Piper (Sheffield office)
2006 - 2007

Bar Vocational Course - Manchester Metropolitan University
2007 - 2008

Called to the Bar - 2008

Continuing to build my practice at Matrix.

Try to undertake work experience / mini pupillages in a few sets of Chambers.

Take part in debating / mooting events.

Obtain practical experience of providing legal advice / advocacy - for example, volunteer at the Free Representation Unit, the Citizens Advice Bureau or other pro bono projects.

Ensure that you have other (i.e. non legal-related) interests and experience!

Leena  LLB Law with French (2011)
Barrister  (Law, defence and public protection)

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