Cromwell Barnor

Cromwell Barnor
House No. 6 Adinkra Street, Dansoman

0500624251, Cromwell.John@icloud .com
PERSONAL PROFILE
Possesses relevant professional experience gained during two internships with a successful Ghanaian law firm,
entrepreneurship, legal analyst for a mid-bracket investment bank and dealing with regulatory affairs for a tech
start-up, acquiring valuable insight into developing and implementing strategy as part of a team. Able to balance
multiple competing priorities, having worked in a high-pressure environment for two years aiding in the operation of
a paper cup factory.
EDUCATION
2022-2023 Ghana School of law, Makola

Post Call Law Course
2020-2021 University of law (Manchester)

Legal Practice Course
2017-2019 University of Leicester

Graduate entry LLb
2013-2017 Ashesi University College, Ghana

BSc. Business Administration
Relevant Modules: Business Law (B+)
INDUSTRY WORK EXPERIENCE

Oct 2021 – Present Anchor Paper Cup Manufacturing Company (A family-owned business), Assistant to the
Managing Director
 Raw Material Procurement: Sourced and purchased the necessary raw materials, including paperboard or
paper stock, coatings, and inks.
 Design and Printing: Created and received cup designs and set up printing equipment to apply artwork and
branding onto the paper cups.
 Quality Control: Implemented rigorous quality control measures at various stages of production to ensure
the cups meet industry standards and customer expectations.
 Inspection and Testing: Inspected cups for defects, including leaks, printing errors, or misshapen cups.
Conduct testing to ensure cups are food-safe and compliant with relevant regulations. Inventory
Management: Maintained inventory of raw materials and finished products to meet customer demands.
 Order Processing: Receive and process customer orders, including customization requests, and plan
production schedules accordingly. Logistics and Distribution: Coordinate transportation and distribution of
finished products to customers or
LEGAL WORK EXPERIENCE

Jan 2020 – Nov 2020 Fast Pace Transfer Limited, Accra, Ghana, Compliance/Regulatory Associate
 Led team that applied for the Operating License from the Bank of Ghana.
 Part of team that applied for the Operating Licence from the Financial Conduct Authority.
 Part of team that applied for the Operating License in Canada as a Money Service Business.
 Negotiated deals with third party providers, i.e., Acquirers and security companies.
 Drafted and reviewed contracts to govern relationships with our business providers.
Aug 2019 – Nov 2019 JLD & MB legal Consultancy, Accra, Ghana, Vacation Scheme.
 Took minutes on behalf of companies that the firm offer company secretarial services to.
 Did searches for licenses and permits with regards to due diligence from relevant regulators.
 Proof-read transactional documents as required by senior partners.
 Did legal research on relevant points of law as required by senior associates and partners.
BANKING EXPERIENCE
July 2017 – Sep 2019 Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Europe, London, United Kingdom, Analyst (MERGERS
AND ACQUISITIONS).
 Updated cross border marketing guides for countries in the EMEA region.
 Updated banks competition policy with proposals from EC commission on Loan Syndication.
 Reviewed Non-Disclosure Agreements and Bilateral Trade Credit Agreements.
 Studied and reviewed FCA and English cases on antitrust and competition laws.
 Worked on roadshows on potential sellers and buyers for target companies.
 Worked on pitch decks on live transaction advisory deals.
 Built models to assess fair value for target companies.
Jun 2018 – Sep 2018 Anderson and Co. Solicitors and Notaries, Accra, Ghana, Legal Intern
 Proof-read legal documents to be submitted to courts, including but not limited to petitions for injunctions,
letters to companies regarding legal issues and land titles.
 Took minutes at client meetings and performed administrative duties such as scheduling client meetings and
drafting emails to clients regarding non-legal issues.
 Performed research on case law and statute particularly the Ghana Land Registration Act (1962).
Jun 2017 – Sep 2017 Anderson and Co. Solicitors and Notaries, Accra, Ghana, Legal Intern
 Delivered administrative services to the firm by filing documents, report writing, proof-reading client legal
and non-legal emails, scheduling telephone appointments and providing refreshments to clients.
 Work-shadowed a senior associate who primarily dealt in land law and corporate law
 Proof-read client legal and non-legal documents of activities relating to the firm.
POSITIONS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Oct 2018 – Nov 2019 Leicester University Law Society/ Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot
 Analyze a complex contractual dispute and research the law of international sales transactions. Draft claim
memorials (briefs) and participate in oral arguments.
Oct 2018 – Nov 2019 Leicester University Law Society/ Graduate Student Assembly
 Secretary of the General Assembly and Representative
Managed advocacy efforts of an elective body of 85 representatives. Authored a strategic plan outlining the
short-term and long-term goals of the organization. Represented 700 students in a university committee for
transforming a dorm building into a hub of teaching and learning; secured dedicated workspace for graduate
students. Improved organizational efficiency and internal governance by revising the bylaws. Liaised
between the student body and the university administration.
Oct 2018 – Nov 2019 Leicester University Law Society/Mooting (Lead Counsel)
 Responsible for researching and constructing skeleton and oral arguments and bundle either for or against a
given case alongside junior counsel.
 Responsible for given opening arguments and formulating rebuttals during competitions.
Relevant Skills
1. Legal Research: Developed through work experience and academia strong research skills to find and analyse
relevant laws, regulations, and precedents to build their cases or provide legal advice.
2. Analytical Skills: Ability to analyse complex legal documents, cases, and situations to develop sound legal
strategies.
3. Communication Skills: Effective written and verbal communication is for drafting legal documents.
4. Problem-Solving: Ability to identify legal issues and develop creative solutions to resolve them.
5. Client Counseling: Ability to explain complex legal matters in a way that clients can understand, providing
guidance and managing client expectations.
6. Attention to Detail: Precise documentation and contract drafting.
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Languages: English and Twi (mother tongue)

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Cromwell Barnor

House No. 6 Adinkra Street, Dansoman

2022-2023 Ghana School of law, Makola

2020-2021 University of law (Manchester)

2017-2019 University of Leicester

2013-2017 Ashesi University College, Ghana

INDUSTRY WORK EXPERIENCE

LEGAL WORK EXPERIENCE

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