Olivia Mwaituka
Dar es Salaam
Summary
Resourceful legal professional adept at completing tasks efficiently and on time. Specialize in legal research, document preparation, and case management. Excel in critical thinking, communication, and organizational skills to navigate complex legal environments effectively. Committed to maintaining confidentiality and upholding the integrity of all proceedings.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Legal Assistant
HESL ATTORNEYS
Dar es salaam, Tanzania
09.2025 - Current
- Managed case files and organized legal documents for attorneys.
- Assisted in preparing legal correspondence and court filings.
- Conducted research on legal precedents and relevant case law.
- Collaborated with clients to gather necessary information for cases.
- Maintained schedules and coordinated appointments for legal team.
- Provided administrative support to attorneys by managing calendars; scheduling appointments; organizing files; preparing correspondence; filing court documents; and obtaining necessary signatures.
- Filed clients' legal documents in relevant courts for processing.
- Greeted clients upon arrival at office and provided assistance as needed.
- Drafted legal complaints, summonses and interrogatories.
Legal Intern
COMMISSION FOR MEDIATION AND ARBITRATION
Dar es salaam, Tanzania
07.2025 - 09.2025
- Conducted legal research to support case preparation and documentation.
- Assisted in drafting legal documents and correspondence for client matters.
- Reviewed case files to ensure compliance with legal standards and procedures.
- Organized and maintained case files for easy access and reference.
- Provided administrative support, including scheduling appointments and managing calendars.
Legal Assistant
JUDICIARY
Dar es salaam, Tanzania
07.2024 - 11.2024
- Managed case files and organized legal documents for deputy registrar
- Assisted in preparing legal correspondence and court filings.
- Conducted research on legal precedents and relevant case law.
Education
Master of Laws - Law
INSTITUTE OF SOCIAL WORK
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania 11.2025 - 01.2026
Bachelor of Laws - Law
MZUMBE UNIVERSITY
Morogoro, Tanzania 11.2022 - 07.2025
Skills
- Case management
- Document drafting
- Legal writing
- Schedule coordination
- Administrative support
- Confidentiality
- Fast learner
Languages
Swahili
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
References
1. DR. YOSE JOSEPH MLYAMBINA.
JUDGE INCHARGE,
High Court Labour Division,
P.O. Box 1619 Dar es salaam
Email: yose.mlyambina@judiciary.go.tz
Tel: 0655692597
2. SOSTEN L. MBEDULE
Advocate,
HESL ATTORNEYS.
Mbedule@heslattorneys.co.tz
POBOX 75224 Dsm
3. HILDEGARD MSINA
SENIOR ARBITRATOR
Commission for mediation arbitration (CMA TEMEKE)
POBOX 79590 Dar es Salaam
Email: hilda.msina@gmail.com
Tel: 0655571228
Timeline
Master of Laws - Law
INSTITUTE OF SOCIAL WORK
11.2025 - 01.2026
Legal Assistant
HESL ATTORNEYS
09.2025 - Current
Legal Intern
COMMISSION FOR MEDIATION AND ARBITRATION
07.2025 - 09.2025
Legal Assistant
JUDICIARY
07.2024 - 11.2024
Bachelor of Laws - Law
MZUMBE UNIVERSITY
11.2022 - 07.2025