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Laura Valverde

Compliance and Data Privacy Specialist Attorney & Project Management
San Jose

Summary

Highly accomplished and result-driven contract manager, head of a division at a prestigious law firm with + 7 years of proven specialization in corporate, compliance, contract management, competition, intellectual property and data privacy law. With extensive experience in managing high-impact projects, ensuring legal strategies align with business objectives.

Strong expertise in human resources, overseeing talent management and organizational development to support the firm’s growth and operational efficiency. Excellent leadership, communication and negotiation skills.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Contract Manager

Facio & Cañas Law Firm
01.2017 - Current
  • Lead and mentor a team of 6 professionals, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and fostering a collaborative environment.
  • Innovation Implementation: Introduce and oversee implementation of new technologies and methodologies that drive process improvements and operational excellence.
  • Legal Administrative and Human Resources Management: In charge of payrolls, suppliers' payments, and accounts receivable of a legal division at the firm.
  • Customer Focus: Ensure all activities are aligned with the needs and expectations of customers, striving for high satisfaction levels. Assist clients in the development and strategic management of their legal activities related to compliance strategies, data privacy, and corporate matters.
  • Cross-Functional Coordination: Work closely with other departments, such as finance, to ensure cohesive and integrated practices.
  • Reporting: Prepare and present regular reports to senior management on strategic initiatives and project outcomes.
  • Compliance and Data Privacy: Ensure our clients' practices comply with organizational policies, industry standards, and legal regulations. Monitored contracts' performance to detect non-compliance with terms and deficient returns and organize proactive resolutions.
  • Notary: Development of notarial functions, such as company registrations and transfer of assets.
  • Legal Consultant Manager for representative clients such as Coca Cola Company, Amvac Chemical Corporation, BelCorp, Ford Motors Company, Eli Lilly and Company, Uber Technologies Inc., UPL Corporation Ltd., PPG Industries, Jaguar Land Rover Ltd., and Elanco US. Inc.

Attorney

Zurcher Law Firm
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Researched and interpreted laws, rulings and regulations to advise clients on business and legal transactions.
  • Advise foreign attorneys and international clients on the protection of Intellectual Property Rights in Costa Rica, with emphasis on trademarks, copyrights, border measures, and patent protection.
  • Assist companies in the development and strategic management of their intellectual property portfolios, provide legal opinions and advice on due diligence.

Legal Researcher

Dennemeyer Group
01.2013 - 10.2015
  • Enhanced legal research efficiency by implementing advanced search strategies and utilizing various databases.
  • Assisted in building the firm's reputation for exceptional research capabilities by consistently producing high-quality work under tight deadlines.
  • Collaborated closely with attorneys on high-profile cases, providing timely and accurate research support for successful outcomes.
  • Conducted comprehensive legal research for case preparation, resulting in more informed and effective litigation strategies.

Legal Assistant

Facio & Cañas Law Firm
01.2009 - 01.2012
  • Aid with the application, registration, and litigation processes of Intellectual Property rights, with emphasis on an extensive range of trademark and patent portfolios.
  • Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task, such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.
  • Enhanced office productivity by implementing efficient document management systems for easy retrieval and storage.
  • Revised and finalized contract, letters, briefs, and memos.

Education

Specialization in Compliance And Risk Management
ADEN International Business School – San José, CR
2023

LLM in Intellectual Property And Competition Law
Max Planck Institute – Munich, Germany
2016

Specialization in Notary And Registration Law
Universidad Latinoamericana Ciencia Y Tecnología
05.2001 -

J.D in Law
Universidad Latinomaricana Ciencias Y Tecnologia
05.2001 -

Degree in International Cooperation Administration
Universidad Nacional De Costa Rica
05.2001 -

Skills

    Leadership: Proven ability to lead and motivate a large team, fostering a positive and productive work environment

    Problem Solving: Proactively identify key business challenges and develop strategic solutions that improve operational efficiency

    Communication: Excellent communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement and negotiation

    Project Management: Proficiency in managing complex projects and driving continuous improvement efforts

    Leadership: Proven ability to lead and motivate a large team, fostering a positive and productive work environment

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
French
Professional Working
German
Professional Working

Timeline

Contract Manager

Facio & Cañas Law Firm
01.2017 - Current

Attorney

Zurcher Law Firm
01.2016 - 01.2017

Legal Researcher

Dennemeyer Group
01.2013 - 10.2015

Legal Assistant

Facio & Cañas Law Firm
01.2009 - 01.2012

Specialization in Notary And Registration Law
05.2001 -

J.D in Law
05.2001 -

Degree in International Cooperation Administration
05.2001 -

Specialization in Compliance And Risk Management

LLM in Intellectual Property And Competition Law

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