Jade Cooper

Jade Cooper currently serves as a Solicitor with Irwin Mitchell in Leeds, England. She embarked on her legal career as a Paralegal at DLA Piper, where her responsibilities were divided among several departments. Initially, Jade was involved in the corporate team, handling company and insolvency searches, as well as managing post-completion transactions for a period of two months. Her role expanded to include drafting legal documents and performing document reviews involving sensitive information.

Over the following year, Jade played a crucial role in the real estate department at DLA Piper. She independently managed various cases, maintained direct interactions with clients from initial contact through to the completion of transactions, and drafted key legal documents. Her contributions were pivotal in negotiating both freehold and leasehold commercial leases for some of DLA Piper's premier clients.

After her tenure at DLA Piper, Jade joined Guest Walker Solicitors as a Paralegal and was quickly promoted to Trainee Solicitor. During her time there, she continued to enhance her expertise in commercial property law by supporting numerous transactions, acting on behalf of both landlords and tenants.

In May 2023, Jade advanced her career by taking on the role of Solicitor at Irwin Mitchell. This position has allowed her to further develop her legal skills and engage in more complex legal activities.

Jade also contributed to the legal community by participating in events such as the Junior Real Estate Forum, where she played a part in organizing seminars aimed at educating attendees about potential pitfalls in real estate development. These events not only helped in professional networking but also in building a shared knowledge base within the industry.

Here is a detailed list of Jade's work experience prior to her current role:

• Paralegal at DLA Piper (July 2018 - September 2019)

  • Engaged in corporate and real estate legal tasks.

  • Managed individual cases and drafted significant legal documents.

• Paralegal, followed by Trainee Solicitor at Guest Walker Solicitors (October 2019 - May 2023)

  • Assisted in various commercial property transactions.

• Solicitor at Irwin Mitchell (since May 2023)

  • Current position, involves handling complex legal cases.

Aside from her professional life, Jade has also made impactful contributions through volunteer work with organizations like the Alzheimer's Society, where she provided companionship and support to the elderly, and DLA Piper's Values Champion program, where she helped shape the firm’s core values and initiatives.

Her academic background includes an LLM Legal Practice Course from The University of Law, supplemented by professional courses aimed at honing her legal skills. Jade's journey in the legal field is marked by a blend of solid professional experiences and a commitment to community service, reflecting her well-rounded approach to her career and personal life.