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Cherisse Lambert
Verona
Summary
Legal Associate with extensive experience in the corporate industry. Proven expertise in legal procedures, contract negotiations, and document management. Strong research and critical thinking abilities, complemented by effective communication skills and a commitment to confidentiality. Contributed to successful case outcomes while fostering positive relationships with clients and colleagues.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Attorney-at-Law
Queen's Chambers
Port-of-Spain, Hybrid
10.2024 - Current
- Represented and counseled clients in U.S.-based immigration matters.
- Aided and counseled clients in U.S. visa applications.
- Represented clients in civil matters.
- I advised and represented clients in domestic violence cases.
- Drafted and reviewed key contracts relating to the procurement of goods and services with various companies and multinationals.
- Advised corporate executives on compliance issues related to applicable laws and regulations.
- Collaborated with other attorneys on complex matters requiring multiple areas of expertise.
Legal Associate
The Caribbean Centre For Human Rights- UN Refugee Agency Trinidad (partner)
, Trinidad
02.2024 - Current
- Provided legal assistance to migrants globally, assisting them in navigating common law practices.
- Conducted legal research on various topics related to civil law, with emphasis on international immigration law.
- Reviewed existing policies and procedures related to grant management and recommended changes as needed.
- Provided technical assistance to the NGO seeking grants from public or private sources.
- Developed standard operating procedures related to contract management activities.
- Negotiated and drafted contracts, reviewed legal documents, and ensured compliance with organizational standards.
- Collaborated with internal teams to identify potential risks associated with contract terms.
- Represented Asylum Seekers and Refugees in domestic courts and tribunals.
- Drafted and reviewed several policies.
- Provided guidance on contractual matters such as dispute resolution, termination clauses.
- Conducted, presented, and discussed corporate strategies, and aided in facilitating the United Nations Refugee Agency's mandate.
Managing Director
C.K.L Educational Services
, International
06.2017 - 07.2023
- Executed regular operational process reviews, achieving cost reductions while ensuring quality standards.
- Established robust customer relationships through ongoing meetings and timely follow-ups.
- Created and drafted employment and service contracts to streamline procurement processes.
- Designed comprehensive online learning strategies for children aged nine to twelve from Trinidad, Tobago, the United States, and Canada.
- Identified potential risks associated with operations and developed mitigation strategies.
- Monitored financial performance of the organization and initiated corrective actions as needed.
- Oversaw day-to-day operations of the company while coordinating with staff members.
- Managed external communications such as press releases, media interviews.
Student Attorney/ Paralegal
Virtus Chambers
Port-of -Spain, Trinidad And Tobago
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Provided legal research and analysis on various topics related to criminal law, constitutional law, civil procedure, and other areas of the law.
- Investigated factual issues related to cases by interviewing witnesses, gathering records, and reviewing documents.
- Attended hearings before judges and participated in oral arguments as necessary.
- Conducted client interviews to gather information relevant to their cases.
- Analyzed statutes, regulations, judicial decisions, opinion letters from government agencies, contracts, financial statements and other primary sources of legal information.
- Used Westlaw, LexisNexis, and Practical Law to examine secondary sources, statutory law, and case law.
Education
Master of Arts - Legal Professional Practice
University of Law
Guildford05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Law
University of London
England08-2020
High School Diploma -
Holy Faith Convent
Penal, Chaguanas05-2017
Skills
- Legal research and analysis
- Proposal writing and contract drafting
- Risk assessment and policy development
- Effective communication skills
- Team collaboration and attention to detail
- Dependability and quick learning skills
- Computer proficient
- Interprets Complex Documents
- Strong Verbal Communication
Accomplishments
- PDSL MEDIATION -United States Mediator (NYC)- (2022)
- PDSL MEDIATION - New York Part 146 Conversion Course (2025)
Mediation training and scenarios. Advanced professional development. - Bright Network- International Commercial Law Internship Certificate. Guidance from Slaughter and May London Law
firm.
NEDCO's Professional training course-Corporate Governance and Legal Instrument training Certificate. - U.W.I. St Augustine Intermediate Professional Spanish Certificate. (2022)
Learned intermediate Spanish (oral and written). - UWI ROYTEC- Fundamentals of Anti-Money Laundering and Counter Terrorist Financial Certification.
- Analyzed legal frameworks and measures to prevent financial systems from being exploited for money laundering and terrorist financing activities Key elements include risk assessment, compliance procedures, and reporting requirements.
- International Refugee Law Training (2024)-covered the principles and frameworks governing the protection of refugees, focusing on legal obligations, rights, and procedures within international and regional contexts
References
References available upon request.
Software
Lex Nexis
Westlaw
Timeline
Attorney-at-Law
Queen's Chambers
10.2024 - Current
Legal Associate
The Caribbean Centre For Human Rights- UN Refugee Agency Trinidad (partner)
02.2024 - Current
Student Attorney/ Paralegal
Virtus Chambers
09.2022 - 02.2023
Managing Director
C.K.L Educational Services
06.2017 - 07.2023
Master of Arts - Legal Professional Practice
University of Law
Bachelor of Science - Law
University of London
High School Diploma -
Holy Faith Convent
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