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Sharon Edgecombe Miller

Attorney-at-Law
Lot 1 Newcastle,St. John

Summary

Dynamic Attorney-at-Law with extensive experience at Penrith Chambers, excelling in legal drafting and compliance. Proven track record in negotiating favorable settlements and developing effective case strategies. Strong oral advocacy and legal research skills, consistently achieving successful outcomes for clients while fostering professional relationships with opposing counsel.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Attorney-at-Law

Penrith Chambers
06.2004 - Current


  • Draft comprehensive legal documents for Court proceedings and for successful case resolutions, ensuring client satisfaction and confidentiality.
  • Draft and reviewed contracts and other legal documents to support client needs.
  • Provided legal counsel to clients on diverse business, financial and civil matters.
  • Assisted senior legal counsel in drafting legal documents, including briefs and contracts, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations for Bank of Nova Scotia.
  • Negotiated settlements of disputes and litigation.
  • Represent clients before the Supreme Court and Magistrate Court in Barbados as well as tribunals in areas of contract, family, personal injury and in estate disputes.
  • Engage in continuous learning of relevant laws and legal practices through workshops and professional development sessions.
  • Managed heavy caseloads efficiently, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and client needs while maintaining high standards of quality work.
  • Conducted thorough research on complex legal matters, resulting in well-informed decisions and winning arguments.


Legal Officer

Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States
09.2002 - 11.2004
  • Reviewed and analyzed legal documents to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, mitigating potential risks for the organization.
  • Drafted, negotiated, and executed contracts with external parties and internally, ensuring terms aligned with organizational objectives and minimizing liabilities.
  • Provided legal counsel on various matters, including regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and intellectual property issues, enhancing decision-making processes.
  • Conducted legal research to support ongoing, utilizing various legal databases to gather relevant case law and statutes.

Intern, International Trade Negotiator

Caribbean Regional Negotiating Machinery
06.2000 - 06.2002
  • Followed and reported on trade negotiations at WTO and regional level particularly regarding the trade in services and intellectual property;
  • Assisted in daily operations by coordinating scheduling and logistics for team activities to ensure smooth workflow.
  • Attended and supported regional negotiations in Belize and Panama.
  • Supported project management tasks by maintaining documentation and tracking progress against timelines to facilitate communication among stakeholders.
  • Conducted research of international trade legislation and analysis on how they impact various sectors regionally for informed decision-making processes for ongoing projects.
  • Engaged in regular feedback sessions with supervisors to refine skills and align performance with organizational goals, contributing to personal growth and team success.
  • Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.

Trade Intern

Organisation of American States
09.2001 - 11.2001
  • Prepared comprehensive reports particularly regarding trade in services, summarizing data analysis findings, informing key decision-makers of important trends and patterns.
  • Supported senior staff in the execution of strategic initiatives, contributing to project planning and resource allocation.
  • Supported senior staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.

Education

Bachelor of Laws - Law

University of The West Indies
Cave Hill Campus, Barbados
05.2001 -

Legal Education Certificate - Law

Norman Manley Law School
Kingston, Jamaica
05.2001 -

Skills

Legal drafting

Legal analysis

Legal compliance

Oral advocacy

Legal research

Corporate law

Real estate law

Civil litigation

Legal writing

Family law

Settlement negotiation

Drafting legal documents

Certification

Legislative drafting, University College London, UK

Additional Information

REFERENCES:


Mr. C. Anthony Audain K.C.

Attorney-at-Law

Aastra Law

The Business Centre

Upton, Christ Church

Barbados

(246) 629-0048

caaudain@aastralaw.com


Ms. Ayanna Young Marshall

Attorney-at-Law

Lecturer, Business Law and International Business

The University of the West Indies

Cave Hill Campus

Cave Hill

St. Michael

Barbados

(246) 417-4295

ayanna.youngmarshall@cavehill.uwi.edu

(246


Timeline

Attorney-at-Law

Penrith Chambers
06.2004 - Current

Legal Officer

Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States
09.2002 - 11.2004

Trade Intern

Organisation of American States
09.2001 - 11.2001

Bachelor of Laws - Law

University of The West Indies
05.2001 -

Legal Education Certificate - Law

Norman Manley Law School
05.2001 -

Intern, International Trade Negotiator

Caribbean Regional Negotiating Machinery
06.2000 - 06.2002

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