Kavita graduated from Sheffield Hallam University where she obtained an LLB Honours Law degree and then successfully completed the Bar Vocational Course at BPP Law School having obtained a scholarship to do so. Kavita is also an Accredited Police Station Representative.
Upon accepting the position of Practice Manager at Leslie Franks Solicitors Kavita accepted responsibility for all aspects of the successful running of a progressive criminal defence law firm. This includes diary management, fee negotiation, liaising with and instructing solicitors with regard to existing and new cases, and generally giving guidance to more junior members of the team. Kavita is directly involved in the implementation of the firm’s strategic plans, business development and the maintenance of quality and client care systems.
1 Which place, or city or country do you most feel at home in?
Although I live and work in London, home for me is where I was born which is the city of Leicester.
2 What are your proudest achievements?
I feel extremely grateful for the opportunities I have had in my career. My proudest achievement has to be successful completion of the Bar Vocational Course & being called to Inner Temple.
3 What inspires you?
People who work with integrity, the ability to innovate & have a strong work ethic are an inspiration to me.
4 What has been biggest obstacle in your career?
The biggest obstacle is perhaps returning to work in the legal field after a career break spent working in my family business. Tenacity, hard work and determination helped me to overcome this.
5 Who has been the biggest influence on your career to date?
The directors and partners with whom I have worked throughout my career have been one of the biggest influences in my career. They have all demonstrated that you can be a brilliant lawyer and highly successful while still being kind, compassionate & supportive.
I have been blessed with a supportive and loving family and a good education that has provided a solid foundation to build on. As the youngest child from a family of 4, I have been fortunate enough to have the support and guidance of my siblings throughout my career. They have always encouraged and assisted me to do what I loved and what mattered to me. They reassured me that I had the ability to reach those goals. I would not be where I am today without them.
6 What is the best aspect about your current role?
Working in a predominately legal aid based criminal defence law firm, I love the fact that I get to make a difference to people’s lives by providing fair and equal access to justice to those most at risk of being excluded from our legal system.
7 And the worst?
There is not an aspect I do not enjoy about my current role. There are just not enough hours in the day for what I need to accomplish on a daily basis!
8 What are your long term goals?
Achieving success in whatever I do. I want to live as the best version of myself and continue progressing my career.
9 If you were Prime Minister, what one aspect would you change?
I would revolutionise public transport etiquette.
10 If you were marooned on a desert island, which historical figure would you like to spend your time with and why.
This is not an original answer but I have to say Mahatma Gandhi – his words “If I have the belief that I can do it, I shall surely acquire the capacity to do it even if I may not have it at the beginning” are truly inspiring. His inspirational work and wonderful achievements have always made a difference to me and it would be fascinating to hear first-hand about his life experiences.
