Edidiong Udoabba

Client-focused and highly organized legal practitioner with experience in customer and client communication, stakeholder engagement, problem-solving, conflict resolution and administrative support. Experienced in handling sensitive and high-pressure interactions, responding to enquiries, providing clear information and maintaining accurate records. Strong communicator with a calm, empathetic and solution-oriented approach, capable of managing multiple responsibilities independently while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.

DUTY SOLICITOR at Public and Private Development Centre (PPDC) (2026-07 – Present)

• Serve as a frontline point of contact for indigent individuals requiring legal assistance, listening to concerns and providing clear, professional guidance.
• Handle sensitive and high-pressure interactions with professionalism, empathy and sound judgment.
• Communicate effectively with clients, police officers, colleagues and other stakeholders to facilitate timely resolution of issues.
• Gather and accurately document information from clients and other stakeholders.
• Maintain strict confidentiality while dealing with clients’ data and information.
• Identify issues requiring further intervention and escalate same appropriately.

LEGAL OFFICER at Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP) (2025-11 – 2026-07)

• Liaised with government agencies, beneficiaries, contractors, community stakeholders and other parties on sensitive matters.
• Prepared and maintained accurate legal and administrative documentation.
• Communicated complex information clearly to individuals with different backgrounds and levels of understanding.
• Responded to stakeholder concerns promptly, calmly and in a professional manner.
• Clarified issues and ensured resolution of disputes in a calm and professional way.
• Worked independently while managing multiple assignments within strict deadlines.

PARALEGAL INTERN at Marcellinus Marshall & Co. (2022 – 2023)

• Managed client communication channels, providing timely follow-ups and updates.
• Maintained organized client files and records for efficient retrieval and reference.
• Responded to clients’ concerns and enquiries professionally and ensured appropriate follow-ups.
• Prepared correspondences and documentations with strong attention to accuracy and details.

LEGAL/ COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT VOLUNTEER at Lift for Citizens’ Development and Advancement (LICDA) (2025-11 – 2026-03)

• Participated in community outreach and sensitization programs involving diverse groups of stakeholders.
• Assisted with initiatives focused on access to information, rights awareness and community engagement.
• Facilitated communication between community stakeholders and security agencies.
• Developed strong interpersonal and communication skills through direct engagement with members of the public.

Barrister-at-Law (BL.) – Nigerian Law School (2025)

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) – University of Uyo (2024)