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Education
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Mairéad Spaight

Tarbert, County Kerry

Summary

Motivated and detail-oriented law graduate with a strong academic background and hands-on experience in legal research, case preparation, and client communication. Ability to work effectively in fast-paced environments, collaborating closely with solicitors and partners on a variety of legal matters. Successfully passed all 8 FE-1 examinations on first attempt across two sittings.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Paralegal

Byrne Wallace Shields LLP
Dublin
11.2024 - Current
  • Assisting with high-profile commercial property transactions, and development projects.
  • Conducting legal research, and keeping up to date on changes in property law.
  • Drafting and reviewing legal documents, such as lease agreements, and contracts.
  • Managing correspondence with clients, authorities, financial institutions, and other stakeholders.
  • Supporting day-to-day management of property portfolios.
  • Ensuring proper file management, organisation, and maintenance of legal files.

Law Clerk

Pierse Fitzgibbon Solicitors LLP
Listowel, Kerry
08.2023 - 08.2024
  • Drafting legal documents, managing client files and consulting with solicitors.
  • Preparing meeting rooms for client meetings, arranging refreshments and greeting clients on arrival.
  • Oversight of the general day-to-day running of the firm and maintenance of office equipment.

English Language Teacher

Bridge Mills Language School
Galway
05.2022 - 05.2023
  • Teaching spelling, pronunciation, and sentence structure to form the basic foundation of English language.
  • Maintaining classroom management, and ensuring a respectful and comfortable learning environment.

Legal Intern

McLoughlin & Co Solicitors
Galway
01.2023 - 04.2023
  • Assisting with legal research and reviewing legal documents for accuracy and compliance.
  • Providing administrative support including file management and reception duties.
  • Coordinating with clients, solicitors and other parties involved in property transactions.

Seasonal Senior Beach Lifeguard

Limerick County Council
06.2017 - 09.2021
  • Warning the public of dangers in the water and giving advice to swimmers.
  • Providing basic life support and first aid.

Shop Assistant

SuperValu
Listowel, Kerry
10.2018 - 05.2021
  • Assisting customers and listening to customer needs and preferences to provide targeted advice and increase sale opportunities.
  • Operating cash registers with accuracy and processing cash and card transactions.
  • Training new staff and informing them of the procedures to be followed within the checkout area.

Office Assistant

Lees Solicitors
Listowel , Kerry
10.2015 - 10.2015
  • Supporting staff with administrative tasks such as photocopying and filing.
  • Maintaining the upkeep and maintenance of the office common areas.
  • Handling incoming calls, directing calls and documenting messages.

Education

L.L.B. Postgraduate Degree -

University of Galway
Galway
2023

Bachelor of Arts (International) - Law And French

University of Galway
Galway
2022

Leaving Certificate -

Tarbert Comprehensive School
Tarbert
2018

Skills

  • Legal Knowledge

    • Paralegal, Property Department, Byrne Wallace Shields LLP -

    Involved in the conducting of legal research on property law and tenancy disputes Assisting solicitors with drafting and reviewing of commercial/residential legal documents

  • Organisational Skills

    • Paralegal, Property Department, Byrne Wallace Shields LLP -

    Ensure all communications are properly managed, and prioritised effectively Coordinating multiple projects simultaneously and meeting deadlines

  • Teamwork

    • Paralegal, Property Department, Byrne Wallace Shields LLP -

    Assisting with team projects, contributing to the overall success of the department Collaborating with other support staff and ensuring effective and coordinated success

  • Problem-solving

    • Paralegal, Property Department, Byrne Wallace Shields LLP -

    Providing support to the team when issues are identified Working closely with others to ensure a solution is reached in a timely and effective manner

Certification

  • Crisis Volunteer with Text About It (24/7 free text crisis service).
  • Gaisce Bronze & Silver Award.
  • Fáinne Award.
  • TUSLA Certificate.
  • Qualified TEFL and TESOL English Teacher.
  • Full driving licence.
  • ‘AI and law’ online course completed with Lund University.

FE-1 Examinations

  • March 2024 - Equity 61%, Property 57%, Criminal 62%, Contract 52%.
  • October 2024 - Company 60%, Tort 56%, EU 60%, Constitutional 57%.

Accomplishments

  • Acquiring clinical placement in my postgraduate degree with limited spaces available to students.
  • Achieving a 1:1 in my final year French oral exam.
  • Suicide Prevention Course completed at University.
  • Member of the surf club society in University and successfully organising a surf trip to Morocco.

Timeline

Paralegal

Byrne Wallace Shields LLP
11.2024 - Current

Law Clerk

Pierse Fitzgibbon Solicitors LLP
08.2023 - 08.2024

Legal Intern

McLoughlin & Co Solicitors
01.2023 - 04.2023

English Language Teacher

Bridge Mills Language School
05.2022 - 05.2023

Shop Assistant

SuperValu
10.2018 - 05.2021

Seasonal Senior Beach Lifeguard

Limerick County Council
06.2017 - 09.2021

Office Assistant

Lees Solicitors
10.2015 - 10.2015

L.L.B. Postgraduate Degree -

University of Galway

Bachelor of Arts (International) - Law And French

University of Galway

Leaving Certificate -

Tarbert Comprehensive School

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