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Louise Richmond

Louise Richmond

Legal Receptionist

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    International Legal Operations Manager at Cricut (& Qualified Solicitor)

  • Education

    • The University of Stirling

      2009 - 2011
      Bachelor of Laws, Accelerated LL.B

      Activities and Societies: Stirling University Law Society - Legal Careers Convenor Modules:- Family - Public I- Public II- Criminal - Contract - Evidence- Delict - Property- Commercial I - Revenue- Commercial II - Jurisprudence- Trusts & Succession - Domestic Relations- European CommunityTo gain the LL.B in two years is an achievement I am very proud of. Given the intensity of the… Show more Modules:- Family - Public I- Public II- Criminal - Contract - Evidence- Delict - Property- Commercial I - Revenue- Commercial II - Jurisprudence- Trusts & Succession - Domestic Relations- European CommunityTo gain the LL.B in two years is an achievement I am very proud of. Given the intensity of the course, I have shown a high level of dedication to law, an aptitude for time management, task prioritisation and the ability to meet deadlines easily. Show less

    • The University of Stirling

      2005 - 2009
      Bachelor of Arts in Business Law 2:1

      Modules:- Accounting I & II- Management Information & Control- Finance I- External Reporting- Economics- Business Law I & II - Legal Process- Law of Commerce- Prejudice, Discrimination & Civil- Prejudice, Discrimination & Criminal - European Community- Labour - Law of Banking and Finance- Employment- Environmental - Information Technology - Intellectual Property- International Trade Dissertation:‘Critically… Show more Modules:- Accounting I & II- Management Information & Control- Finance I- External Reporting- Economics- Business Law I & II - Legal Process- Law of Commerce- Prejudice, Discrimination & Civil- Prejudice, Discrimination & Criminal - European Community- Labour - Law of Banking and Finance- Employment- Environmental - Information Technology - Intellectual Property- International Trade Dissertation:‘Critically evaluate the implications of the decision in R v Davis [2008] UKHL 36 and to what extent the Criminal Evidence (Witness Anonymity) Act 2008 has eradicated the right to a fair trial within the UK.’ Show less

    • The University of Stirling

      2011 - 2012
      Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Legal Practice with Distinction

      Activities and Societies: Stirling Unviersity Law Society (Legal Careers Convenor) Modules:- Private Client- Conveyancing- Criminal Litigation- Civil Litigation- Employment- Family- The Commercial Lawyer- Public- Business Practice & Financial AwarenessI achieved over twenty first grades throughout the Diploma. I feel this represents my academic ability, dedication to my career as well as my time management skills. Stirling University runs what is referred to as ‘Practice Week’ during the course of the Diploma. The Practice… Show more Modules:- Private Client- Conveyancing- Criminal Litigation- Civil Litigation- Employment- Family- The Commercial Lawyer- Public- Business Practice & Financial AwarenessI achieved over twenty first grades throughout the Diploma. I feel this represents my academic ability, dedication to my career as well as my time management skills. Stirling University runs what is referred to as ‘Practice Week’ during the course of the Diploma. The Practice is designed to assess students ability to run a law firm effectively and efficiently giving them an insight into what working life would be like in their future legal careers. This experience was greatly beneficial to me as it taught and enhanced many of the legal skills required of a solicitor in Scotland. Show less

  • Experience

    • Hardy Macphail Solicitors

      Jun 2006 - Feb 2007
      Legal Receptionist

      This was my first experience in an office and legal environment. My roles included answering the telephone and directing calls, arranging appointments, general ad-hoc duties, filing, faxing, photocopying, meeting and greeting clients, minute taking, liaising with suppliers, data entry, monthly accounts and dealing with incoming court instructions. Similar to before, Hardy MacPhail also asked me to return during my Christmas break following my summer work.

    • Naftalin Duncan & Co

      Jun 2007 - Aug 2010
      Legal Receptionist

      I worked for Naftalin Duncan for numerous summers as a receptionist. I was originally employed for a temporary position in the summer of 2008 but was pleased to be asked to return the following three years. I feel this is representative of my worth as an employee of the firm. This position was one of great responsibility and very professional. I developed my administration and organisation skills as well as my telephone manner. I thoroughly enjoyed my time with the firm.

    • University of Stirling, Careers Dept

      Jun 2009 - Sept 2009
      Legal Research Intern

      I was employed for a summer with the University Career Department as a Legal Research Intern. This position was created to help assist communication between the career department, the law department and law firms throughout Scotland. I developed my research and database/excel skills whilst working in this role

    • Katani & Co Solicitors

      Aug 2012 - Jul 2015
      Solicitor

      Area's of practice:- Asylum, Immigration, Nationality and Human Rights- Criminal - Mental Health- FamilyPrimarily Asylum, Immigration, Nationality and Human Rights:- Asylum and Human Rights based matters- UK Nationality- Applications for family members and dependants- Student visas- Litigation in Immigration Courts- Deportation Appeals - Applications for Indefinite Leave to Remain- Applications based on EU Law- Immigration, Asylum and Entry Clearance Appeal- Applications for Certificates of Approval to Marry- Applications to Register child as a British citizen Show less

    • Thorntons Law LLP

      Jul 2015 - Jun 2016
      Solicitor

      Immigration Department

    • Thales

      Jun 2016 - Sept 2022
      Contracts Manager

      Legal and Contracts team

    • Cricut

      Sept 2022 - now
      International Legal Operations Manager

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Certificate in Money Laundering for Legal Professionals in Scotland 2011

      Sept 2011

    • First Aid at Work

      British Red Cross
      May 2012

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Louise Richmond
      1A** - Private Client Interview Private Client Module, Diploma in Legal Practice Feb 2012 I was awarded a 1A** for my Private Client interview exam. I received the highest grade in my class and are very proud of this achievement. I feel this shows my ability to speak to clients and provide advice in a timely and professional manner.
    • Awarded to Louise Richmond
      Louis M.Brown & Forrest S.Mosten International Client Consultation Competition Chosen representative for Stirling University Jan 2012 I was chosen to represent the University in this prestigious competition. This competition invited two individuals, from each University in Scotland, to compete in a day of interviews advising clients on certain legal matters which remained unknown until the day. This was an international competition in which many law schools across the world compete. This was a fantastic experience, and although we did not win, the client being interviewed on the day informed our team that 'you were… Show more I was chosen to represent the University in this prestigious competition. This competition invited two individuals, from each University in Scotland, to compete in a day of interviews advising clients on certain legal matters which remained unknown until the day. This was an international competition in which many law schools across the world compete. This was a fantastic experience, and although we did not win, the client being interviewed on the day informed our team that 'you were the winner for me' - something again that I am very proud of. Show less

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Volunteer

      Issued by Chest, Heart & Stroke Scotland on Feb 2012
      Chest, Heart & Stroke ScotlandAssociated with Louise Richmond

    • Legal Careers Convenor

      Issued by Stirling University Law Society on Jun 2010
      Stirling University Law SocietyAssociated with Louise Richmond

    • Trainee Advisor

      Issued by Citizens Advice Bureau on Jan 2009
      Citizens Advice BureauAssociated with Louise Richmond