Paralegal/Legal Assistant
Metro Manila
I am a Juris Doctor graduate with experience in law firm operations, client onboarding, and regulatory work in professional services. I currently serve as Onboarding Director at Rose Legal Services, LLC, a US-based criminal defense firm. I joined the firm in 2024 as an Onboarding Specialist, handling client intake, engagement documentation, and matter setup, and was promoted to my current role in 2026. I now oversee the firm’s client onboarding process, lead and train the onboarding team, and work closely with attorneys so that each matter is complete and properly documented from the start. I also spent three years as a Senior Associate at SGV & Co. in Tax, where my work centered on careful document review, compliance with regulatory requirements, and consistent delivery under fixed deadlines. My Juris Doctor is from San Beda College Alabang, and I also hold a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Bicol University. I am now seeking to apply my legal education and professional experience more directly to legal work, supporting attorneys in legal research, document drafting, and case management.
Rose Legal Services, full_time
Jan 2026 to Oct 2026
Managed and led the client onboarding team for a U.S.-based law firm, ensuring accurate and timely data entry and case setup in Clio Manage. Supervised and optimized onboarding workflows to improve efficiency, team productivity, and overall client intake processes. Revised and drafted court filings, petitions, pleadings, and other legal documents. Coordinated with attorneys on calendar management, filing deadlines, and case-related requirements to ensure timely completion of tasks. Collaborated with attorneys and other stakeholders to maintain high standards of client communication and service. Coordinated with the Executive Department to improve operational processes and support the achievement of the firm’s KPIs and overall goals.
Rose Legal Services, full_time
Sep 2024 to Jan 2026
Managed accurate data entry and maintenance of client records, drafted client correspondence, and handled court filings and related documentation. Drafted legal documents, including petitions, entries of appearance, requests for discovery, motions, and other case-related pleadings. Communicated regularly with clients to address inquiries, provide case updates, and maintain a client-focused approach. Coordinated with courts and prosecutors’ offices to obtain required documents and ensure timely processing of case-related matters. Participated in team meetings, supported process improvements, and performed other duties contributing to the firm’s overall objectives.
Sycip Gorres Velayo & Co., full_time
Sep 2022 to Aug 2024
Managed tax return compliance, tax assessment support, tax queries, tax health checks, and tax return preparation for clients. Conducted legal research, reviewed contracts, and provided legal and tax advice to clients on various matters. Conducted tax planning studies and provided general tax compliance advice to help clients address tax requirements and obligations. Liaised with clients and internal teams, managed engagement deadlines, monitored engagement finances, and coordinated deliverables to ensure timely completion of engagements. Identified, analyzed, and resolved tax technical issues and provided practical solutions based on applicable tax laws, regulations, and issuances. Supported client engagements through regular communication, addressing client concerns, and providing timely updates and recommendations. Shared technical insights and contributed to process improvements to enhance the quality and efficiency of the team’s services.