Emily Hazell

Paralegal/Team Assistant | Civil Litigation

Emily is a dedicated paralegal and team assistant specialising in litigation.

With a first-class LLB in Law and plans to begin the SQE LLM soon, Emily has quickly made her mark since joining CLC in October 2022.

Originally from Llanelli, Wales, where she worked as a legal secretary, she relocated to London to further her career in civil litigation.

Emily now supports a wide range of litigation matters, from commercial and property disputes to international arbitration and family law, working closely with seasoned litigators and assisting with complex cases for our South African clients.

Areas of expertise:

Emily is skilled in handling various aspects of litigation and has gained valuable experience in:

• Supporting cases across multiple areas of law, including commercial disputes, property issues, family matters, and international arbitration.
• Assisting with high-stakes international cases involving loan agreements, contracts, and lengthy arbitration processes.
• Providing support for sensitive family matters, such as divorce proceedings and child arrangement orders, with professionalism and empathy.
• Working alongside senior litigators, including Seamus Smyth, and liaising with clients to ensure thorough case preparation and support.

When not working, Emily enjoys going for walks, cooking, reading, and spending time with friends and family. She’s a fluent Welsh speaker and aims to master baking as her next skill.