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Martin Bienn Regala

JUNIOR ASSOCIATE
Paranaque City

Summary

Junior Associate with strong legal expertise in both Criminal and Civil Law, specializing in contract negotiations and dispute resolution. Leverages exceptional communication and critical thinking skills to advocate effectively on behalf of clients, consistently achieving favorable outcomes. Skilled in navigating complex legal issues, providing strategic solutions, and delivering clear, concise legal advice.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work History

JUNIOR ASSOCIATE

FORTUN & SANTOS LAW OFFICES
06.2023 - Current
  • Drafted demand letters and legal pleadings in support of litigation cases.
  • Assisted in managing all aspects of trial preparation, including document review, witness preparation, and case analysis.
  • Represented clients in administrative, civil and criminal hearings and mediation.
  • Advise retainer clients on employee-related legal matters such as workplace disputes and employee terminations

Legal Officer (SECONDMENT)

AVIOR MARINE INC
06.2024 - 10.2025
  • Processed legal documents to prepare for court filings and legal pleadings.
  • Drafted and reviewed a wide range of legal documents to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Negotiated favorable settlements in multiple litigation cases, minimizing financial exposure for the company.
  • Kept up with and reviewed changes in laws, informed staff of changes and advised appropriate departments on actions to prevent legal issues.

HR ASSISTANT (PART TIME)

PARMAN INC
06.2022 - 05.2023
  • Partnered with management team to coordinate on-boarding and off-boarding processes
  • Oversaw and managed hiring process and assisted human resources
  • Reviewed and screened applicant resumes to identify qualified candidates
  • Screened applicant resumes and coordinated both phone and in-person interviews
  • Coordinated and set up meeting materials, presentations and audiovisual systems
  • Documented human resources records and maintained confidentiality of sensitive personal information

LEGAL ASSISTANT INTERN

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
01.2019 - 12.2019
  • Reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors
  • Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos
  • Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes
  • Sorted legal documents, filing and case materials in clear, orderly systems
  • Attended court hearings to take notes and document proceedings
  • Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation

Education

Bachelor of Science - Legal Management

DE LA SALLE UNIVERSITY MANILA
01.2013 - 01.2017

J.D. - LAW

DE LA SALLE COLLEGE OF LAW
01.2017 - 01.2021

Skills

Legal Research

Litigation

Mediation and arbitration

Legal Analysis

Legal writing

Criminal Law

Case analysis

Timeline

Legal Officer (SECONDMENT)

AVIOR MARINE INC
06.2024 - 10.2025

JUNIOR ASSOCIATE

FORTUN & SANTOS LAW OFFICES
06.2023 - Current

HR ASSISTANT (PART TIME)

PARMAN INC
06.2022 - 05.2023

LEGAL ASSISTANT INTERN

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
01.2019 - 12.2019

J.D. - LAW

DE LA SALLE COLLEGE OF LAW
01.2017 - 01.2021

Bachelor of Science - Legal Management

DE LA SALLE UNIVERSITY MANILA
01.2013 - 01.2017
Martin Bienn RegalaJUNIOR ASSOCIATE