Akosua Darko Law Student
About Me
Final-year LLB student with chambers internship and moot court experience. Strong researcher and clear writer with a growing interest in corporate and commercial law.
Professional Experience
Legal Intern, Private chambers
Jun – Aug 2025
Accra
- Researched case law and drafted memos on contract disputes for senior counsel.
- Organised case files and court documents for 10+ active matters.
- Prepared case summaries and timelines ahead of client meetings.
Mooter, Faculty Moot Court Competition
2024
- Reached the semi-finals arguing a constitutional law problem.
Legal Aid Volunteer, Legal Aid Commission
2024
Kumasi
- Helped interview clients and summarise their cases for lawyers.
- Explained basic tenancy rights to community members in Twi.
Education
Bachelor of Laws (LLB), KNUST, Kumasi
2022 – 2026
WASSCE (General Arts), Achimota School, Accra
2018 – 2021
Projects
Moot Court Memorial, Co-wrote a 25-page memorial on freedom of expression, praised by judges for its clear structure.
Campus Legal Rights Guide, Wrote a short guide to tenancy rights for students renting hostels off campus.
Skills
- Legal research
- Drafting
- Westlaw and LexisNexis
Languages
- English (Fluent)
- Twi (Native)
- French (Basic)
Certifications
- Legal Research and Writing Workshop, KNUST Law
Awards
- Semi-finalist, Faculty Moot Court 2024
- Best Oralist, Inter-Hall Debate 2023
Interests
- Debate
- Human rights
- Reading biographies
References
Lawyer Kwesi Arthur
Head of Chambers, Accra
Phone: 020 000 0000
Dr. Efua Aidoo
Lecturer, KNUST Faculty of Law
Phone: 020 000 0000