Cameron Payne
About Cameron Payne
Cameron Payne is a qualified paralegal currently working at Foster + Partners in London, where he specializes in management group legal matters. He has a diverse background in law, having held various roles at Hugh James and NewLaw Solicitors, and is pursuing further qualifications with the Institute of Legal Executives.
Current Role at Foster + Partners
Cameron Payne serves as a Paralegal in the Management Group at Foster + Partners, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for managing legal workflows and ensuring compliance with confidentiality and third-party due diligence requirements. He regularly briefs stakeholders on commercially sensitive issues, contributing to the firm's legal and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience in Legal Roles
Prior to his current role, Cameron Payne worked at NewLaw Solicitors as a Case Manager for the Ministry of Justice from 2017 to 2018. He also held multiple positions at Hugh James, including Paralegal and Legal Assistant, from 2014 to 2017. His experience at Hugh James encompassed both claimant and private client work, providing him with a diverse legal background.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Cameron Payne studied at CILEx Law School, where he achieved a Professional Diploma in Law and Practice from 2017 to 2019 and is currently pursuing a Level 6 Professional Higher Diploma in Law and Practice, which he completed in 2021. He also holds A Levels from Cowbridge Comprehensive Sixth Form and a Foundation Degree in Design from Cardiff Arts Academy.
Internships and Early Career Experience
In 2013, Cameron completed internships at Wales News Service Limited and Pentan Architects, each lasting one month. These early experiences provided him with foundational skills in legal and commercial environments, setting the stage for his subsequent roles in the legal field.
Professional Aspirations and Achievements
Cameron Payne is a qualified Associate of the Institute of Legal Executives, having achieved six distinctions. He aims to attain Fellowship with the Institute in the near future. He is experienced in refining and automating legal and commercial workflows through the implementation of legal software, showcasing his commitment to enhancing operational efficiency in legal practices.