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ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY
Professional Summary

Professional Attorney offering expert legal counsel and representation. Skilled in fostering positive and trusting client relationships. Well-established knowledge of civil law with 7 years of experience in litigation and legal drafting in California and 5 years of experience in litigation and legal drafting in the Philippines.

Skills
  • Case interpretation
  • Arbitration and litigation
  • Mediation
  • Commercial litigation experience
  • Case analysis
  • Settlement Negotiation
  • Investigation skills
  • Civil law
  • Discovery processes
  • Criminal defense
  • Legal writing
  • Efficient researcher
  • Document filing
  • Adaptability
  • Effective Communication
  • Team Player
Work History
Associate AttorneyCompany Name - City, State01/2013 - 12/2019
  • Interviewed witnesses and gathered public record research relevant to each case.
  • Interpreted laws, rulings and regulations for individuals and businesses.
  • Apprised clients of potential risks and costs associated with each course of action.
  • Advocated for clients before court in oral argument by presenting facts and evidence in most favorable light.
  • Conducted legal research and conferred with colleagues with subject matter expertise to develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
  • Analyzed probable outcomes of cases using knowledge of legal precedents.
  • Provided legal advice to variety of businesses involved in various types of litigation.
  • Drafted statements of cases and witness lists.
  • Filed timely case pleadings to meet all deadlines.
  • Drafted motions, petitions and waivers.
  • Worked with management and staff to resolve pre-litigation disputes.
  • Contracted as freelance researcher and reviewer.
  • Wrote memoranda and reviewed legal briefs.
  • Researched and wrote contracts, agreements and proposals.
  • Drafted demurrers and replied to oppositions.
  • Proposed requests for admission and requests for production of documents.
  • Researched, wrote and filed all motions, writs and briefs for each case.
  • Attended hearings as representative of firm and it's clients.
  • Explained available courses of action and possible repercussions of cases to clients.
  • Managed trial preparation for case litigation.
Assistant PhotographerCompany Name - City, State01/2009 - 12/2018
  • Assisted lead photographer with two shoots per month, including wedding and engagement shoots.
  • Changed camera lenses and made small light adjustments.
  • Carried equipment from one shooting location to next.
  • Kept photography equipment available, clean and working.
  • Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops and lighting.
  • Photographed high-quality images for both print and internet distribution.
Research AttorneyCompany Name - City, State07/2012 - 12/2012
  • Conducted legal research and conferred with colleagues with subject matter expertise to develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
  • Interpreted laws, rulings and regulations for individuals and businesses of the firm.
  • Assessed cases for probable outcomes by researching black letter law and other legal authority, comparing fact patterns to those of precedential cases.
Managing PartnerCompany Name - City, State05/2004 - 12/2012
  • Acted as general manager for day-to-day functions.
  • Designed annual and monthly budget goals and monitored staff compliance.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with local government agencies and other regulatory industries.
  • Completed annual reviews of case files, employees and overall firm structures and introduced ideas and systems to remedy issues.
  • Assessed cases for probable outcomes by researching black letter law and other legal authority, comparing fact patterns to those of precedential cases.
  • Minimized risk exposure through careful advice on business operations and strategic plans.
  • Advocated for clients before court in oral argument by presenting facts and evidence in most favorable light.
  • Interpreted laws, rulings and regulations for individuals and businesses.
  • Questioned and cross-examined witnesses throughout course of trials.
  • Interviewed witnesses and gathered public record research relevant to each case.
  • Formulated trial techniques specifically pertaining to each case.
  • Analyzed probable outcomes of cases using knowledge of legal precedents.
  • Tracked and researched developing precedent and legislation in civil law to maintain expertise and best advise and advocate for clients.
  • Provided legal advice to variety of businesses involved in various types of litigation.
  • Apprised clients of potential risks and costs associated with each course of action.
  • Resolved post-judgment litigation settlements and default judgment orders in favor of clients.
  • Conducted legal research and conferred with colleagues with subject matter expertise to develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
  • Conducted settlement negotiations.
Education
J.D.: LawAteneo De Manila University - City04/2000
Bachelor of Arts: PhilosophyUniversity of The Phipippines - City04/1996
Certifications

Admitted to the California State Bar

Admitted to the United States Federal District Court Central District of California

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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Ateneo De Manila University
  • University of The Phipippines

Job Titles Held:

  • Associate Attorney
  • Assistant Photographer
  • Research Attorney
  • Managing Partner

Degrees

  • J.D. : Law
    Bachelor of Arts : Philosophy

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