Atty. Kimberley Joy Roa Gustilo
Caloocan City,00
Summary
Highly skilled legal professional with extensive experience in contract negotiation and legal research. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adapting seamlessly to changing needs and priorities. Expertise in legal analysis, case strategy, and client advocacy, combined with excellent communication and problem-solving abilities. Reliable and results-driven, with proven track record of success in high-pressure environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Professor/Lecturer, Income Taxation
Pamantasan Ng Lungsod Ng Valenzuela
01.2025 - Current
- Enhanced student understanding by designing interactive and engaging lectures.
- Cultivated critical thinking skills through challenging assignments that required analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of information from various sources.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in clear subject matter discussion with students.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum development and sharing best practices in teaching strategies.
Legal Researcher
Metropolitan Trial Court – Branch 81
12.2021 - Current
- Improved accuracy of case citations by rigorously proofreading all written work product before submission to the Presiding Judge.
- Researched authoritative and relevant legal precedent for recommendation to the Presiding Judge in every case submitted for resolution/decision.
- Monitored all the pending incidents such as motions and decisions regularly and concisely.
Professor/Lecturer, Obligations and Contracts
STI College
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Created dynamic learning environment that valued instructor and student interaction.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Selected and designed lesson plans and curriculum to meet academic objectives.
Court Decongestion Officer
Metropolitan Trial Court – Branch 81
05.2018 - 12.2021
- Delivered high-quality outputs (i.e. orders, resolutions, decisions)
- Coordinated with other staff during the process of drafting.
- Assisted the Judge in all other matters that were assigned to me.
Legal Consultant
Ayinggay’s Bar and Grill
05.2015 - 12.2017
- Drafted comprehensive legal documents including contracts, agreements, and memoranda of understanding for different purposes.
- Assisted with internal audits to confirm compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Enhanced regulatory compliance by developing and implementing comprehensive policies and procedures.
- Spearheaded investigations into potential violations, promptly addressing issues to maintain company reputation and avoid sanctions.
- Provided expert guidance on complex regulatory matters, enabling informed decision-making within the organization.
Paralegal
Myserv International Inc.
05.2013 - 06.2015
- Managed complex employee relations issues, fostering a positive work environment and high employee morale.
- Managed complex employee relations issues with sensitivity and professionalism to ensure positive resolutions for all parties involved.
- Collaborated with HR department in managing employee relations issues such as performance evaluations or disciplinary actions at the executive level.
- Assisted HR department in managing employee relations issues by providing sound legal advice and guidance.
- Managed sensitive employee relations matters with confidentiality and professionalism.
- Handled employee relations issues professionally and confidentially, resolving conflicts promptly while maintaining positive relationships within the workplace.
Paralegal
Bank of Commerce
06.2012 - 10.2012
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
- Contributed to successful case outcomes through diligent fact investigation and witness interviews.
Education
Juris Doctor -
Manila Law College
01.2017
Juris Doctor - undefined
Polytechnic University of the Philippines
01.2015
Bachelor - Political Science, International Relations
Polytechnic University of the Philippines
01.2012
High School - undefined
Caloocan High School
01.2008
Elementary - undefined
Kaunlaran Elementary School
01.2004
Skills
- Typing
- Computer proficient
- Answering multi-lined phone systems
- Operating basic office machines
- Taking dictations
- Fluent in English
- Critical thinking
- Team leadership
- Student mentoring
- Legal research
- Proficient in MS office
- Case management
- Client communication
- Office administration
- Document drafting
- Document preparation
- Legal writing
Hobbies and Interests
Reading novels and law books
Training
- Continuing Legal Education Program for Trial Court Lawyers March 7, 2025
- ORCM Recruitment and Information Drive and E-Filing Training February 5, 2025
- Best Practices Guide to Valid Job Contracting and Subcontracting Seminar April 2015
- The Truth Behind the Lies Forum April 10, 2012
- Japan-East Network of Exchange For Students and Youths Programme Exchange Program April 2012
- “Will there be a clean and credible Automated election?” Forum December 2010
- Youth Congress 2010 Simulation Exercise on Parliamentary Procedure October 2010
- 2010 Sophomore Debate Cup Seminar/Competition March 2010
- Public Policy and Program Administration Seminar January and February 2010
- INFOTEACH OUTREACH 2007 Basic Computer Training July-February 2008
- Mitch Cajayon Computer Learning Center Basic Computer Course 2005
Timeline
Professor/Lecturer, Income Taxation
Pamantasan Ng Lungsod Ng Valenzuela
01.2025 - Current
Professor/Lecturer, Obligations and Contracts
STI College
01.2025 - 06.2025
Legal Researcher
Metropolitan Trial Court – Branch 81
12.2021 - Current
Court Decongestion Officer
Metropolitan Trial Court – Branch 81
05.2018 - 12.2021
Legal Consultant
Ayinggay’s Bar and Grill
05.2015 - 12.2017
Paralegal
Myserv International Inc.
05.2013 - 06.2015
Paralegal
Bank of Commerce
06.2012 - 10.2012
Juris Doctor - undefined
Polytechnic University of the Philippines
Bachelor - Political Science, International Relations
Polytechnic University of the Philippines
High School - undefined
Caloocan High School
Elementary - undefined
Kaunlaran Elementary School
Juris Doctor -
Manila Law College
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