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Mylène Findlay-Saunders

Mylène Findlay-Saunders

St Augustine

Summary

I am a dual-qualified Attorney-at-Law, admitted to practice in both Trinidad and Tobago and Guyana, with a strong foundation in both public and private law. My experience includes contributing to legislative and policy development, advising on governance and regulatory matters, and supporting compliance with international standards such as those of the FATF. I also bring well-rounded civil practice expertise, particularly in probate, conveyancing, commercial, and family law, with hands-on experience in litigation, drafting legal documents, and instructing counsel across multiple jurisdictions.


Fluent in both English and French, I am an adaptable and culturally aware legal professional with strong communication skills and a commitment to excellence. I am highly proficient in legal research, advocacy and drafting, and consistently apply a detail-oriented, client-focused approach to my work. I thrive in dynamic legal environments and bring diligence, flexibility, and a genuine eagerness to learn and grow in every role I undertake.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Legal Counsel I

The Ministry of Legal Affairs
08.2024 - Current

• Drafting legislation and contributing to policy development aligned with national and FATF standards.

• Composing Cabinet and Ministerial Notes, as well as legal memoranda with actionable recommendations.

• Preparing legal instruments including Instruments of Appointment and other statutory documents.

• Responding to Freedom of Information Act requests and drafting legal opinions on access to information.

• Assisting in Anti Money Laundering /Counter Terrorism Financing legal analyses and supporting legislative alignment

• Conducting legal research and maintaining a repository of legal precedents.

Associate Attorney

Victorem Law Chambers
04.2024 - 07.2024

• Drafted Statements of Case and appeared before the Magistrates’ Court and High Court.

• Acted as instructing attorney on various civil and family law matters.

• Prepared legal documents including pre-action protocol letters, pleadings, contracts and affidavits.

• Consulted with clients and advised on civil, family, and criminal law issues.

• Maintained regular communication with clients and developed litigation strategies.

Associate Attorney

Kelvin Ramkissoon and Associates
11.2023 - 04.2024

• Prepared contracts, deeds, affidavits and advised clients on legal proceedings.

• Appeared in court, managed files, negotiated settlements and ensured compliance with legal standards.

• Provided procurement consultancy under FIDIC guidelines to the Office of Procurement Regulation, Trinidad and Tobago.

Legal Intern and Research Assistant

Kelvin Ramkissoon and Associates
05.2022 - 11.2023

• Conducted legal research, interviewed clients and witnesses and drafted memoranda.

• Reviewed documentation for accuracy and collaborated with legal professionals on complex cases.

•Conducted research on various cases and drafted legal opinions for Seniors

Finance Assistant / Legal Intern

Nestle Nestlé Caribbean Inc.
07.2018 - 09.2018

• Supported finance operations while assisting the legal department with corporate legal matters.

Education

Legal Education Certificate - Law

Hugh Wooding Law School
Trinidad And Tobago
01-2023

Bachelor of Laws - Law

The University of The West Indies
St. Augustine, Trinidad And Tobago
01-2021

Associate of Arts - Psychology

The University of The West Indies, Open Campus
Trinidad And Tobago
01-2017

Skills

  • Legal drafting and statutory interpretation
  • Public speaking and legal advocacy
  • Civil litigation (probate, conveyancing, family law, etc)
  • Skilled in foreign languages
  • Strong interpersonal and client advisory skills

Timeline

Legal Counsel I

The Ministry of Legal Affairs
08.2024 - Current

Associate Attorney

Victorem Law Chambers
04.2024 - 07.2024

Associate Attorney

Kelvin Ramkissoon and Associates
11.2023 - 04.2024

Legal Intern and Research Assistant

Kelvin Ramkissoon and Associates
05.2022 - 11.2023

Finance Assistant / Legal Intern

Nestle Nestlé Caribbean Inc.
07.2018 - 09.2018

Legal Education Certificate - Law

Hugh Wooding Law School

Bachelor of Laws - Law

The University of The West Indies

Associate of Arts - Psychology

The University of The West Indies, Open Campus
Mylène Findlay-Saunders