George Wadding Claesen
Dubai,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Dependable legal professional providing reliable client support across diverse matters. Diligent in case preparation and management to achieve positive results. Plans strategically to manage high volumes of work. I offer well-developed skills in researching legal subjects and electronic filing of legal documents. I'm an organized and dependable person with a positive attitude. Willing to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. I was educated in both Dubai and Europe, I am a multicultural and multilingual and a Bachelor of Laws (with Honours) Graduate.
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Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Law clerk
BLK Partners
Dubai , United Arab Emirates
09.2024 - Current
- Drafted and submitted legal documents to senior staff for review and approval.
- Managed client files with highest levels of confidentiality and discretion.
- Drafted accurate legal documentation from comprehensive research.
- Met practice, firm and legal standards for compliant case management.
- Performed additional research and evidence gathering to strengthen client cases.
- Liaised professionally with external legal teams for smooth case management.
- Supported legal representatives during court case presentation.
- Updated client files in case management systems for accurate, current records.
- Reviewed legal documents for accuracy and compliance.
- Organised files and documentation to improve ease of information retrieval.
- Participated in Arbitration Proceedings
Legal Intern
BLK Partners
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
10.2023 - 09.2024
- In my role at BLK Legal Partners, I'm responsible for a range of tasks that highlight my diverse skills in the legal field.
- Shadowed lawyers to understand workloads, case management and network development.
- Completed work with strict compliance with industry regulations.
- Gained vast knowledge of regulations and policies associated with corporate law.
- Participated in training events, meetings and briefings.
- Maintained an understanding of current laws and legal processes, continuously striving to develop professional knowledge.
- Conducted legal research and drafted official documentation.
- Drafted legal arguments to gain mastery of case strategy and support attorney litigation.
- Used online legal databases and digital resources to complete legal due diligence and research case data.
- Reviewed legal documents for accuracy and compliance.
- Performed additional research and evidence gathering to strengthen client cases.
- Actively involved in drafting legal notices, meticulously reviewing contracts and leases, and participating in arbitration proceedings. Currently, I'm immersed in the process of crafting the statement of claim for an ongoing legal case. This workload underscores my proficiency in legal writing and my ability to navigate various aspects of dispute resolution.
- Compiled exhibits for arbitration cases into excel sheets for easier reviewing.
- Drafted accurate legal documentation from comprehensive research.
Legal Intern
Kinnarps Project Solutions, KPS
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Currently working with the Human Resources, Commercial and Finance departments at KPS, which is a multinational company with offices in France, Lebanon, Egypt and Saudi Arabia. Dubai is the headquarters.
- Current workload includes reviewing and editing commercial contracts, employment contracts and HR documents to better comply with the relevant law and used UAE & KSA employment and tax law as well as the FIDIC commercial contract format.
- Crafted written correspondence as requested by Finance Director to support non-payment of invoices.
- Maintained working understanding of current laws and legal processes, continuously striving to develop professional knowledge.
- Provided administrative support involving file management.
- Activities include legal research, contract review, preparation of letters and documents.
- Conducted legal research and drafted official documentation.
- Gained vast knowledge of regulations and policies associated with corporate law.
Bar Manager
Larjub Bar
Pensicola, Kingdom of Spain
06.2021 - 09.2023
- Managed a summer bar from pre-opening to closing, including all operational management, staffing and inventory management.
- Developed skills and experience in basic business acumen, stock control, financial planning and accounting, client service and media visibility.
- Balanced tills with accurate cash and card payments, preparing bank deposits and POS reports.
- Managed payroll and HR paperwork with detail and accuracy.
- Negotiated supplier contracts, managed budgets and controlled inventory.
- Resolved guest complaints efficiently and professionally while maintaining positive customer environment.
- Ordered beverage and equipment stock by analyzing sales and customer trends.
- Monitored bar expenses and operations to minimise costs.
- Resolved complaints calmly and professionally to achieve positive customer outcomes.
- Built loyal customer base by creating welcoming environment with top quality service.
Cocktail bartender
Stratos
Preston, United Kingdom
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Prepared mixed drinks and poured wine, beer and non-alcoholic beverages within target service timeframes.
- Facilitated outstanding guest service experiences in high-volume settings.
- Retained in-depth bar and menu item knowledge, providing expert recommendations to suit guest taste.
- Memorised extensive menu and meticulously crafted cocktails to meet exceptional quality standards.
- Changed beer kegs safely and efficiently, consistently following health and hygiene guidelines.
- Performed bar closing duties, thoroughly cleaning, sanitising and replenishing stock.
Supervisor and Server
La Sepia Boba
Pensicola, Kingdom of Spain
07.2016 - 09.2020
- Was employed as a Sever in the initial two years and was subsequently promoted to a supervisor, managing a team of servers
- Client service, teamwork, planning and working to deadlines were the key skills developed.
- Delivered exceptional service by greeting and serving customers in timely, friendly manner.
- Resolved guest complaints promptly and professionally, notifying restaurant management of concerns.
- Checked on tables to ensure guest satisfaction, anticipated additional needs and happily fulfilled additional requests.
Education
LPC LLM Business and Law - Law and Business with LPC
The University of Law
Manchester, United Kingdom 09.2021 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Laws with Honours - Law
University of Central Lancashire
Preston, United Kingdom 09.2018 - 07.2021
Skills
- Relationship building
- Communications
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Attention to detail
- Document preparation
- UAE Civil law
- Orientation
- Westlaw and LexisLaw
- Companies House
- Legal research
Languages
English
Native language
Spanish
Advanced
C1
Accomplishments
- Studied UAE labour law as an Intern - KPS
- Reviewed and prepared employment contracts and commercial contract. - KPS
- Collaborated with a team in the development of the Compensation and Benefits framework and outline for our KSA office to comply with diversity and inclusion requirements - KPS
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop KSA Compensation and Benefits outline - KPS
- Prepared letters of demand for non payment of invoiced by clients. - KPS
Hobbies
- Interest in History & Politics
- Grand Strategy Games
- Non Fiction Reading
- Building and painting models
- Team Sports
Timeline
Law clerk
BLK Partners
09.2024 - Current
Legal Intern
BLK Partners
10.2023 - 09.2024
Legal Intern
Kinnarps Project Solutions, KPS
10.2022 - 05.2023
LPC LLM Business and Law - Law and Business with LPC
The University of Law
09.2021 - 06.2022
Bar Manager
Larjub Bar
06.2021 - 09.2023
Cocktail bartender
Stratos
10.2019 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Laws with Honours - Law
University of Central Lancashire
09.2018 - 07.2021
Supervisor and Server
La Sepia Boba
07.2016 - 09.2020
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