JENNINE GITTENS
Maracas St Joseph
Summary
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) graduate and current Legal Education Certificate (LEC) student with experience in litigation chambers, including attending and observing court matters, legal research, and community-based justice initiatives. Demonstrates a strong commitment to access to justice, public service, and client-centered legal assistance, with a keen interest in contributing to the work of the Legal Aid and Advisory Authority.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Intern
Barbican Chambers
Port of Spain
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Observed criminal and civil litigation proceedings in the High Court
- Assisted attorneys with legal research and preparation of case files
- Supported the organisation of documents for court and client matters
Legal Assistant
Aegis Chambers
Bridgetown, Barbados , Barbados
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Coordinated communication between clients, attorneys, and external parties.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive client information diligently.
- Provided administrative support to attorneys by managing calendars; scheduling appointments; organizing files; preparing correspondence; filing court documents; and obtaining necessary signatures.
- Scanned physical documents into electronic format for storage in a secure database system.
- Processed incoming mail on a daily basis.
- Proofread drafts of legal documents for accuracy in grammar and punctuation.
Undergraduate Student Intern
IMPACT Justice Programme
Bridgetown, Barbados
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted with community justice initiatives and legal awareness programmes
- Conducted research and documentation in support of policy-oriented justice projects
- Supported initiatives aimed at improving access to justice and community engagement
Education
Bachelor of Laws - Law
University of The West Indies, Cave Hill Campus
Bridgetown, Barbados10-2025
High School Diploma -
Bishop Anstey High School East
Trincity, Trinidad And Tobago06-2020
Legal Education Certificate (LEC) - progress
Hugh Wooding Law School
St. Augustine, Trinidad And TobagoSkills
- Legal research and analytical writing
- Strong written and oral communication
- Client-focused communication and interviewing skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Lexis Nexis, Vlex, and Westlaw
- Creates and encourages a climate of teamwork
- Engages in proper planning and organization
Affiliations
Missionary, Adventist layperson's services and industries - Trinidad and Tobago (2015-present).
References
The Hon. Madam Justice Liesel Weekes, SC,
High Court judge (Barbados)
Aegis Chambers
Lucas Street
St. Michael, Barbados
(246) 429-5200
lweekes@aegischambers.com
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Khadine Harvey
Attorney at law
Barbican Chambers
No. 3 Hunter Street
Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago
(868) 274-3231
khadine.harvey@outlook.co
Timeline
Student Intern
Barbican Chambers
07.2024 - 08.2024
Legal Assistant
Aegis Chambers
06.2023 - 07.2024
Undergraduate Student Intern
IMPACT Justice Programme
08.2022 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Laws - Law
University of The West Indies, Cave Hill Campus
High School Diploma -
Bishop Anstey High School East
Legal Education Certificate (LEC) - progress
Hugh Wooding Law School