Josiah Soo Hon
St Augustine
Summary
Dynamic State Counsel II with the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, adept in conducting indictable trials and capital bail applications. Proven expertise in drafting legal documents and guiding compliance with criminal procedure rules, while effectively advising on the Administration of Justice Act. Strong research skills and a commitment to operational excellence drive successful outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
State Counsel II
Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions
01.2023 - Current
- Currently serving as a State Counsel II with the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions Trinidad and Tobago. Responsible for conducting indictable trials at the Assizes and all capital bail applications in the jurisdiction of Trinidad and Tobago.
Research Assistant
The Law office of Percy M. Samuel P.C
Elmont
01.2015 - Current
- Voluntary
Attorney-at-Law
Josiah Soo Hon trading as Attorney-at-Law
01.2016 - 01.2023
- Private practice
In-service Trainee
Alpha chambers
Port of Spain
06.2015 - 08.2016
- Conducted research into the Civil Proceedings Rules (as amended) for Mrs. Sophia Chote Sc.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss service improvements and best practices.
In-service Trainee
Pollonais, Blanc, de la Bastide & Jacelon, Attorneys at Law
Port of Spain
01.2014 - 08.2015
- Prepared opinions and conducted research for civil litigation.
- Drafted Deeds, legal submissions and assisted with updating the Company's database
Assistant to the Chairman of the Mediation Board of Trinidad and Tobago
Mediation Board of Trinidad and Tobago
Port of Spain
01.2015 - 07.2015
- Reviewed annual reports, prepared notes, and assisted with events.
- Voluntary
- Assisted in the development of new policies and procedures to improve operational efficiency.
In-service Trainee
Justitia Omnibus Law Chambers
Port of Spain
01.2011 - 08.2012
- Assisted with drafting submissions for Mr. Israel Khan Sc.
- Drafted and reviewed legal documents, contracts, and agreements for clients.
Administrative Assistant (intern)
Judiciary of Trinidad and Tobago
Port of Spain
06.2010 - 09.2010
- Assisted with procurement, accounts and purchasing office equipment
Assistant Filing Clerk (intern)
Judiciary of Trinidad and Tobago
Port of Spain
06.2009 - 09.2009
- Assisted with processing, stamping and filing legal documents
Education
Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration -
Edinburgh Business School, Heriot-Watt University
Edinburgh, Scotland01.2024
Post Graduate Certificate in Business Administration -
Edinburgh Business School, Heriot-Watt University
Edinburgh, Scotland01.2020
Legal Education Certificate -
Hugh Wooding Law School
St. Augustine01.2016
Alternative Dispute Resolution Certificate -
Hugh Wooding Law School
St. Augustine01.2015
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) - Lower Second Honours
University of London, International Programmes
Institute Of Law and Academic Studies, Trinidad01.2013
Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination -
Hillview College
El Dorado Road, Trinidad 01.2008
Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate
Queen’s Royal College
Port Of Spain, Trinidad 01.2006
Skills
- Guidance on criminal procedure rules
- Advising on the Administration of Justice Act
- Research in criminal law
- Docketing system development
- Drafting legal documents
- Plea negotiations
- Instructing witnesses
- Compliance with public service codes
Professional References
- The Honourable Justice Mark Mohammed J.A, markMohammed@ttlawcourts.org
- Percy M. Samuel P.C, pmsamuel@percymsamuel.com
Personal Information
Title: Attorney-at-Law
Activities
- Member of the Student Representative Council, Constitutional Reform Committee, Hugh Wooding Law School, St. Augustine, 08/01/14 - 06/01/15
- Member of Advocates Caribbean
- Autism Society of Trinidad and Tobago (voluntary)
- Member of the Queen’s Royal College Old Boys Association
- Administrative member of the Queen’s Royal College Old Boys Class of 2006/2008
- Legal Director for the State owned Company namely Eco-Industrial Developmental Company of Tobago, 01/01/24 - 01/01/25
Areas Of Experience
Trinidad and Tobago, Criminal Law, High Court, Magisterial and Court of Appeal Divisions, Murder (instructing), Juvenile (Children Division), non-capital Indictable offences, Summary offences and non-capital offences., Family Law, High Court and Magisterial Divisions, Divorces, adoption, name changes, injunctions, property settlement, protection orders and custody of minors., Civil, Magisterial, High Court and Court of Appeal Divisions, Injunctions, Real property, Petty civil, Contract and Debt collection.
Timeline
State Counsel II
Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions
01.2023 - Current
Attorney-at-Law
Josiah Soo Hon trading as Attorney-at-Law
01.2016 - 01.2023
In-service Trainee
Alpha chambers
06.2015 - 08.2016
Research Assistant
The Law office of Percy M. Samuel P.C
01.2015 - Current
Assistant to the Chairman of the Mediation Board of Trinidad and Tobago
Mediation Board of Trinidad and Tobago
01.2015 - 07.2015
In-service Trainee
Pollonais, Blanc, de la Bastide & Jacelon, Attorneys at Law
01.2014 - 08.2015
In-service Trainee
Justitia Omnibus Law Chambers
01.2011 - 08.2012
Administrative Assistant (intern)
Judiciary of Trinidad and Tobago
06.2010 - 09.2010
Assistant Filing Clerk (intern)
Judiciary of Trinidad and Tobago
06.2009 - 09.2009
Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration -
Edinburgh Business School, Heriot-Watt University
Post Graduate Certificate in Business Administration -
Edinburgh Business School, Heriot-Watt University
Legal Education Certificate -
Hugh Wooding Law School
Alternative Dispute Resolution Certificate -
Hugh Wooding Law School
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) - Lower Second Honours
University of London, International Programmes
Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination -
Hillview College
Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate
Queen’s Royal College
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