Tilly Gray

Motivated law graduate with a passion for human rights law and supporting clients through complex and sensitive legal matters. Experienced in administrative support, document handling, and managing confidential information in professional settings. Demonstrates excellent organisational, communication, and client care skills developed through legal experience and over five years in customer-facing roles. Particularly interested in work that promotes access to justice and protects individual rights. Reliable, methodical, and able to manage high volumes of work accurately, with a proactive and flexible approach in team environments.

 TECHNICAL AND RESEARCH SKILLS

LexisNexis | Microsoft Office | Legal Research | 70 WPM type speed | Digital dictation | Personable | OSCOLA Referencing | Time management | Critical-thinking | Conflict resolution | Caseload organisation | Attention-to-detail | Team-orientated | Transcribing

LEGAL EXPERIENCE

Mini Pupillage | Norwich Crown and Magistrates Courts                                  12th -14th January 2026      

-       Built on previous experience through hands-on exposure to live case preparation, including reviewing case papers with counsel and observing client and defendant conferences.

Mini Pupillage | Royal Courts of Justice                                                           15th-19th December 2025       

-       Consolidated prior courtroom and advocacy experience.

-       Observed counsel’s adaptive trial strategy to ensure efficient use of court time.

Marshalling Criminal Circuit Judge | Norwich Crown Court                           17th-21st November 2025

-       Observed trials, sentencing and legal argument, strengthening understanding of judicial reasoning and evidential rules.

-       Analysed advocacy techniques and courtroom strategy across defence and prosecution.

-       Gained insight into how policy, legislation and judicial discretion shape criminal justice outcomes.

Mini Pupillage / Shadowing | Wood Green Crown Court                                    20th-24th October 2025

-       Observed serious criminal trials, pre-trial hearings and sentencing.

-       Witnessed evidence presentation, witness handling and counsel–judge interactions.

-       Developed practical awareness of prosecutorial decisions, case strategy and systemic challenges within the justice process.

Taylor Haldane Barlex| Ipswich                                                                                       16th-20th July 2025

-       Conducted detailed evidence reviews and prepared analytical summaries of case materials and trial bundles.

-       Applied legal research skills to support case preparation and understand procedural frameworks.

-       Gained insight into the operation of rights-based advocacy in criminal law contexts.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Parker’s Garden Company | Frinton-On-Sea                                                                         2020-present

-       Developed strong communication and conflict-resolution skills through extensive customer-facing work.

-       Managed high-pressure environments with professionalism, demonstrating time management and adaptability.

-       Built rapport with diverse groups, supporting inclusive and empathetic communication.

Casey’s Cafe | Frinton-On-Sea                                                                                       July – August 2019

-       Balanced multiple responsibilities, reinforcing time management and multitasking abilities.

-       Established rapport with regular and new customers, fostering a welcoming atmosphere.

-       Demonstrated professional conduct and discretion when handling customer concerns.

VOLUNTEER AND EXTRACURRICULAR ROLES

Community 360 | Colchester                                                                            30th January 2035 - present

-       Provided administrative support to charity members, using research and technical skills to assist emerging charities at the early stages of their development.

Oasis Cafe | Frinton-On-Sea                                                                                October 2018 – May 2019

-       Provided support to elderly members of the local community, individuals with learning disabilities, and others experiencing social isolation through a church-led outreach programme.

-       Provided conversation, companionship, and practical help in a safe, inclusive environment, strengthening empathy and active listening skills.

Oxfam Youth Ambassadors | Thorpe-Le-Soken                                                                         2017-2018

-       Led awareness campaigns and co-wrote a letter to local MP on policy concerns.

-       Developed confidence in public speaking and collaborative advocacy.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION

LLB Law with International Law (2:1) | Lancaster University, Lancashire                             2022-25

-          Key modules: Family Law, Contract Law, Public Law, Criminal Law, Evidence Law, Sex Crimes and Sexual Offences, Organised Crime, Green Criminology

A-Levels | The Sixth Form College, Colchester                                                                             2020-22

-       English Literature, Classics, Philosophy. (A*BB)