Dola Ajibade
About Dola Ajibade
Dola Ajibade is a Paralegal at Arnold & Porter in London, where she has worked since 2016. She holds a Graduate Diploma in Law from City University London and a BA in International Relations from the University of the West of England.
Work at Arnold & Porter
Dola Ajibade has been employed as a Paralegal at Arnold & Porter since 2016. Over the course of eight years in this role, she has developed expertise in advising on relevant legislation across various legal matters. Her responsibilities include drafting summons, skeleton arguments, and supporting documentation essential for legal proceedings. Additionally, she supervises junior staff at the Magistrates' Court during conferences with defense counsel, defendants, and clients.
Education and Expertise
Dola Ajibade studied at City University London, where she earned a Graduate Diploma in Law from 2011 to 2013. Prior to this, she attended the University of the West of England, obtaining a BA in International Relations from 2008 to 2011. Her educational background provides a solid foundation for her work in legal matters, enhancing her ability to navigate complex legislation and legal processes.
Background
Before joining Arnold & Porter, Dola Ajibade worked as a Paralegal at the Serious Fraud Office from 2015 to 2016, where she gained experience in handling serious legal cases. Additionally, she served as a Regulatory Investigator/Administrator at the Architects Registration Board for six months in 2014-2015. These roles contributed to her understanding of legal frameworks and regulatory compliance.
Achievements
In her current role, Dola Ajibade conducts prosecutions in a variety of matters, including social housing fraud and blue badge fraud. She also provides training to officers on critical topics such as disclosure, advocacy, and giving evidence in court. Her involvement in these areas demonstrates her commitment to enhancing legal processes and supporting her colleagues in the field.