Keeshia Salazar

Attorney-at-law with experience across litigation, commercial contracts, family law and civil disputes since 2018. Skilled advocate and negotiator with strong case-strategy, written and oral advocacy, contract drafting abilities, focused on aligning legal solutions with business objectives. I bring added value in corporate compliance, contract drafting, and legal support for business operations

Senior Legal Associate at PB Labrado & Partners Law Offices (2020-08 – Present)

• Crafted, reviewed and negotiated contracts, court pleadings, and other legal documents
• Litigated complex commercial, civil, and family matters in trial and appellate courts while developing case strategies, conducting legal research, and client representation in hearings and negotiations
• Supervised and mentored junior attorneys and paralegals to streamline case workflows

Legal Counsel at Green World Construction (2022-12 – 2025-12)

Provide in-house legal support for construction operations, including drafting and reviewing contracts, advising on regulatory and permitting compliance, and managing dispute resolution

Law Professor at University of the Visayas - Gullas School of Law (2020-01 – 2022-12)

• Crafted course outlines and instructed in the course of Legal Technique and Writing

Senior Legal Associate at Wee Lim & Salas Law Firm (2018-08 – 2020-08)

• Prepared, drafted, and reviewed contracts, pleadings, and legal documents
• Conducted in-depth legal research and case analysis
• Represented clients in hearings and mediations contributed to litigation strategy
• Advised partners and clients on risk mitigation and compliance issues

Legal Assistant II at Dept. of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) (2018-02 – 2018-07)

• Drafted, reviewed, and organized legal documents, conducted legal research and provided legal and administrative support for expropriation and other public-sector cases
• Assisted senior attorneys on matters of case management, filings, and preparation for hearings

Court Liquidator at Supreme Court, RTC Branch 12 (2016 – 2016)

• Review and evaluate court cases to facilitate case decongestion
• Prepare reports, case inventories and recommendations regarding case status and case disposal

Elected Local Official at Local Government Unit (LGU) (2007 – 2013)

• Served as an elected member of the community, to represent in legislative initiatives and public policy implementation
• Led initiatives for community development, education and youth empowerment programs

Juris Doctor with Thesis – University of San Carlos - School of Law & Governance (2013-06 – 2017-04)

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science – University of the Philippines (2009-06 – 2013-04)