Twatasha Reid
@twatashareid
Dynamic legal professional with expertise in litigation and administration.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated legal professional with a strong focus on achieving outcomes and supporting both internal and external stakeholders. My experience as a Candidate Attorney at Legal Aid South Africa has equipped me with notable expertise in criminal and civil litigation, legal administration, and customer service. I have conducted numerous consultations, represented clients in various legal proceedings, and have a proven track record of drafting legal documents in accordance with established procedures.
Prior to my role at Legal Aid, I served as a Legal Administrative Intern at the Department of Education, where I provided legal advisory services and prepared legal recommendations for the head of department. My background also includes experience as an Office Administrator, where I honed my organizational and administrative skills. I am proactive, methodical, and eager to learn, always striving to adapt to new challenges in the legal field.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Candidate Attorney
Legal Aid South Africa
Jul 2021 - Jun 2023 (1 year 11 months)
Conducted consultations with clients, managed client files, performed legal research, drafted legal documents, and represented clients in various court proceedings including civil and criminal cases.
Legal Administrative Intern
Department of Education Free State, Legal Services
Jun 2019 - Jun 2021 (2 years)
Provided legal advisory services, drafted legal recommendations, prepared instructions for state attorneys, and arranged arbitration and disciplinary meetings.
Office Administrator
Precinct Financial Consultants (Pty) Ltd
Mar 2017 - May 2019 (2 years 2 months)
Provided administrative support, managed office supplies, handled correspondence, scheduled appointments, and maintained company records and filing systems.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of the Free State
Bachelor of Law, Law
2015 - 2018
Completed a Bachelor of Law (LLB) degree, focusing on various aspects of legal studies including criminal and civil law, legal administration, and litigation.
Bloemfontein High School
National Senior Certificate, General Education
2007 - 2011
Achieved a National Senior Certificate (NSC), which is a requirement for further studies in South Africa.
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