chandrika patel

Managed case loads primarily relating to environmental, planning and highways matters such as s106, s38/s278 and street works agreements.

Drafted and negotiated commercial leases, s25 notices, licences, tenancies and deeds of variation. Advised on right to buy applications and handled rent possession actions.

Responsible for the general maintenance and upkeep of the Consumer Business Centre. Maintained records of departmental expenditure and ensured profitability, organised the movement of company cars, booked hire vehicles and invoiced for repairs and maintenance carried out on any vehicles.

Drafted commercial leases, supported corporate transactions and managed a residential property case load.

Facilitated a large-scale regeneration project with specific responsibility for all legal aspects pertaining property, housing and highway law. Managed external lawyers and provisioned efficiencies and procurement initiatives.

Managed a commercial property portfolio involving land disposals, acquisitions and development projects; leases, wayleaves, compulsory purchase, agriculture, school transfers on change of status. Advised on all aspects of property law including landlord and tenant.

Represented the City Council at conferences with Counsel, attended Court hearings and Employment Tribunals. Also prepared documentation for contentious and non-contentious matters i.e. Emergency Closure Orders, Acknowledgement of Service and Claim Forms and court bundles.

Activities and Societies: Paralegal/Legal Secretaries Certificate