Tim Hopley

Background

About Tim Hopley

Thriving in the URC, as Synod Clerk to the North Western Synod. Former Criminal lawyer, experienced in public speaking, factual analysis, collegiate thinking, and development of new ideas potentially in the Charity or Public Sector. I was a Partner and Head of Criminal Department for over 20 years and am often described as calm, supportive, and reflective with an eye for detail. I am trying to apply my transferable skills in my current, fulfilling and rewarding role: Key Skills: Relationship building – team player within the office and able to build strong, credible relationships with clients based on trust and providing clear guidance Persuading and Influencing – have successfully presented significant number of cases before the Crown and Magistrates’ Courts on a daily basis. Negotiated with third parties to try and achieve the best result for the client Written Communication – liaised in writing with clients on a daily basis as well as preparing all appropriate paperwork for cases going to trial. Generated documents for discussion between business partners and prepared written arguments on specific points, for judicial assessment Research – regularly reassessed evidence and identified gaps in order to provide appropriate advice to client. Researched statute and procedure as appropriate and keep up to date with a rapidly changing environment where caselaw is creating new precedents daily Legal Knowledge and Administration – responsible for submitting Legal Aid funding applications. Quick to learn new, often complicated legal administration processes - such as recently acting for the first time as Legal Executor in a personal capacity, for three estates