Stephen Leung

I am a qualified solicitor in England and Wales with over seven years of experience in both commercial and residential property law, specializing in real estate finance, conveyancing, and property transactions. With a solid academic foundation, including an LLM in International Commercial Law, I have advised a range of domestic and international clients, managing complex transactions and delivering expert legal guidance. I possess strong leadership abilities, having supervised teams and mentored junior colleagues, while maintaining a high standard of client satisfaction. Fluent in both English and Cantonese, I am adept at navigating legal challenges in diverse cultural and professional environments. 

I am currently pursuing an LLM at the University of Ottawa, I am eager to leverage my skills as a legal assistant part time whilst I am studying towards my LLM, and look to begin a full time employment as a legal assistant upon graduation of the LLM. 

• Qualified solicitor in England and Wales with over 7 years of experience in commercial and residential property law, specializing in real estate finance and conveyancing.
• Extensive experience working with top law firms including Addleshaw Goddard LLP, Shoosmiths LLP, and Blackstone Solicitors, advising both domestic and international clients.
• Expertise in:
  • Handling complex real estate finance transactions for lenders and institutional investors.
  • Managing commercial property acquisitions, disposals, leasing, and refinancing for clients across various sectors.
  • Overseeing residential conveyancing matters including new builds, leasehold transactions, and shared ownership.
• Proven leadership skills with experience managing teams of paralegals, supervising junior colleagues, and training staff on legal processes and document preparation.
• Strong client management abilities, having generated repeat business and maintained high client satisfaction through excellent communication and service delivery.
• Experience working with international clients, including Chinese-speaking clients, providing tailored legal advice in both English and Cantonese.
• Highly proficient in drafting and reviewing legal documents, handling complex legal enquiries, and ensuring full compliance with legal standards and regulations.

• LLM (Master of Laws), University of Ottawa – September 2024 (In progress)
• Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales – Admitted to the Roll, October 2017
• LPC (Legal Practice Course), College of Law – September 2015 to August 2017 (Merit)
• LLM in International Commercial Law & Trade, University of Durham – October 2011 to September 2012 (Merit)
• LLB (Hons) Law, University of Leicester – September 2008 to September 2011 (2:1)