Sam Ruadap
Paralegal
Laoag City, Ilocos Norte
Summary
Driven Paralegal successful at thriving in high stress, high-pressure environments and situations involving constant change and vast ambiguity in data and instruction.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
19
19
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Paralegal
EMAPTA
WFH
07.2021 - Current
- Provide support to solicitors in preparing and filing Independent Legal Assistance and Review Service Application, tasked to communicate with the Australian Taxation Office and conducts Legal Research
- Drafting Notice of Claims against Insurers
- Processing correspondence and/or documents in accordance with instructions received
- Returning completed work to the relevant individual;
- Where the work will not be completed within the relevant timeframe, notify the relevant individual by email
- Managing diaries to ensure all relevant client appointments, court dates and other relevant events are diarized
- Managing daily mail to ensure all relevant dates are
- Included in the diary, and correspondence is directed to the relevant staff
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Legal Researcher
Department of Natural Resources
Laoag City
10.2020 - 12.2020
- Conducts research on legal issues, references and jurisprudence related to the Forestry and other Environment and Natural Resources’ concerns; and prepared working papers reports thereon, if required
- Undertakes review and Evaluation of terminal reports of Forestry Cases and reports of other Environment and Natural Resources violations
- Joins in investigation or verification of reported Environment and Natural Resources violations with corresponding reports thereon
- Performs other duties and functions as assigned
- Compiles database all the Environmental Laws and concerns.
Legal Officer
Venvi Group of Companies
San Nicolas
10.2018 - 10.2020
- Typed and processed legal documents to prepare for court filings and legal pleadings.
- Conducted comprehensive research to support legal proceedings, formulate defenses and initiate legal action.
- Gathered and analyzed research data such as statutes, decisions and legal articles, codes and documents.
- Initiate and pursue legal proceedings as required by the Company i.e., prepare writs, defenses, submissions, and other pleadings in civil cases both “for and against” the Company.
- Research and prepare legal opinions on various civil matters including claims for compensation against the Company.
- Provide sound legal advice to the Company and make recommendations to Management as necessary.
College Instructor
Center College of the Philippines
Laoag City
06.2017 - 10.2018
- Develops syllabi that clearly outline the course requirements, rationale, goals, and objectives.
- Submits digital copies of syllabi and course handouts to the Office of Academic Affairs each semester.
- Selects textbooks and other resources for the class.
- Prepares class sessions and assignments to help students grasp course content and how it integrates with overall student learning outcomes for the course.
- Teaches courses according to the PIU catalog descriptions and in accordance with defined course standards and outcomes.
- Creates a learning environment that encourages student involvement and participation
- School Debate team Coach
Legal Researcher
Garvida Diño Law Office
Laoag City
05.2015 - 04.2018
- Sort and handle collections department files
- Determine information to support subrogation and recovery action plans
- Determine and assemble complex information using problem solving skills
- Investigate and check complex property and auto files
- Sort future work and schedule follow-up
- Compile search reports by submitting them for review, respond to search questions and correct wherever needed
- Develop legal briefs, appeals, pleadings, wills and contracts.
Legal Researcher
The Firm, Manuel, Nicolas, Perera
Laoag City
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Assisted attorneys with reviewing and organizing witness reports.
- Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
- Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
- Attended court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings.
Education
J.D. - Law
Northwestern University
Laoag City 06.2011 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Northwestern University
Laoag City 06.2006 - 10.2010
High School Diploma -
Divine Word College of Laoag
Laoag City 06.2002 - 05.2006
Elementary - Elementary Education
Divine Word College of Laoag
Laoag City 06.1996 - 05.2002
Skills
Proficient in MS Office
Litigation support
Document filing
Case management
Legal Research
Certification
BUSINESS WRITING
Timeline
BUSINESS WRITING
10-2022
Paralegal
EMAPTA
07.2021 - Current
PARALEGAL CERTIFICATION SEMINAR
12-2020
Legal Researcher
Department of Natural Resources
10.2020 - 12.2020
Legal Officer
Venvi Group of Companies
10.2018 - 10.2020
College Instructor
Center College of the Philippines
06.2017 - 10.2018
Legal Researcher
Garvida Diño Law Office
05.2015 - 04.2018
J.D. - Law
Northwestern University
06.2011 - 05.2016
Legal Researcher
The Firm, Manuel, Nicolas, Perera
01.2011 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Northwestern University
06.2006 - 10.2010
High School Diploma -
Divine Word College of Laoag
06.2002 - 05.2006
Elementary - Elementary Education
Divine Word College of Laoag
06.1996 - 05.2002