Cathy Meredith
Cathy Meredith
Senior Law Lecturer
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My profile
Biography
Career Journey
- Completed Law degree at Dundee University graduating with a 2:1.
- Studied the Legal Practice Course (LPC) at Northumbria University, graduating with distinction.
- Commenced my career as a trainee solicitor in Manchester City Centre.
- Worked at three national law firms:
- Whittles Solicitors (Manchester)
- Laytons Solicitors (Manchester)
- Tughans Solicitors (Belfast)
- Specialised in employment law and corporate support.
Contributions at MMU
- Received a staff award in 2022 for significant contributions to equality initiatives.
- Co-Chaired MMU’s Working Parents and Carers Forum.
- Contributed to MMU’s Athena Swan submission.
- Played an active role in the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy Board.
- Selected by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (DVC) to join the DVC Academic Advisory Group.
Professional Development
- Completed the Professional Development Course for External Examiners.
- Participated in the Aurora programme for women’s leadership.
Beyond MMU
- Serves as a magistrate. My work as a magistrate (crime) helps me strengthen skills such as:
- Sound judgement
- Communication
- Working with others
- Possessing and building knowledge
- Managing work efficiently
- Social awareness
- These skills greatly enhance my teaching.
- Enjoys sports, including playing hockey for a local club.
Academic and professional qualifications
Professional memberships
- 2021 - Justice of the Peace
- 2017 - Fellow of The Higher Education Academy
- 2004 - Membership of the Law Society of Northern Ireland
- 2002-2007 - Membership of the Law Society
Academic qualifications
- 2020 Manchester Metropolitan University - Professional Development Course for External Examiners
- 2007 Manchester Metropolitan University - PGCERT Academic Practice, Distinction
- 1999-2000 University of Northumbria - Legal Practice Course, Distinction
- 1995-1999 University of Dundee - LLB (Hons) Law, 2:1
Other academic service (administration and management)
Legal academic teaching experience
- 2007-Present: Manchester Metropolitan University, Senior Law Lecturer
- Employability Co-ordinator for the Law School
- LPC Subject Leader for Employment Law and Practice and Interviewing and Advising
- LPC Lecturer for Business Law and Practice, Drafting, Practical Legal Research, Taxation, and Writing
- LLB in LP Subject Leader for The Practice of Company and Partnership Law
- LLB Lecturer for Employment Law, Legal Professionalism and Ethics and Professional Skills and the Environment
- Member of the LLB marking team for Law in Practice
- LLB Dissertation supervisor for LLM students
Teaching
Why do I teach?
Teaching Motivation
- My passion for problem-solving and diverse interests during my education led me to pursue a career in law.
- Recognising my enjoyment in supervising trainee solicitors, I transitioned into academia.
Teaching Experience
- With over 15 years of experience at Manchester Law School, I’ve embraced the challenges and rewards of teaching.
- Committed to constant reflection on my teaching methods, I work hard to enhance my skills as lecturer.
- Serving as the subject leader for several LPC units and lecturing across various postgraduate and undergraduate courses, I understand the dynamic nature of teaching.
Reflections on Teaching
- The role of a lecturer presents a diverse array of responsibilities, ensuring each day brings new challenges and opportunities for growth.
Career history
2006-2007
Laytons Solicitors, Manchester, Solicitor
2004-2006
Tughans Solicitors, Belfast, Associate Solicitor
2000-2003
Whittles Solicitors, Manchester, Solicitor/Trainee Solicitor