My name is Rutherford Ward, usually known as Rud
I studied English Literature, History, Economics, and Sociology as part of my 5-year LL.B. course, Criminology and International Law for my LL.M., and specialised in Research Methodology and Vocabulary Teaching for my M.A. I have extensively edited and usefully commented and advised on numerous substantial theses
Credentials
M.A. (Applied Li
nguistics, TESOL) with Merit from Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand,
Two law degrees: LL.B. from V.U.W. from London University,
Wide general knowledge and experience (including 13 years as a solo father for my two children),
Taught Academic Writing at V.U.W. and Cross-Cultural Communication at Massey University,
Six years as professional editor at Brookers Ltd, New Zealand’s leading legal publisher, part of the multinational corporation Thomson Reuters,
Experienced lawyer in private practice,
Government researcher, policy analyst, and legislative draftsman,
Charity administrator, volunteer, and fundraiser. Have a look at thesis-editor.kiwi.nz
