Kamila Reyes Ochoa
Summary
Effective law professional with proven track record of successfully representing clients , developing legal strategies and drafting and negotiating contracts. Well-versed in principles of tax law, business law, migration law, and corporate. Works very well independently and collaboratively as part of team.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages
Work History
Paralegal
BLP Abogados
12.2016 - 06.2018
- In charge of elaborating partner and associate files in the tax area
- Preparation of proposals to clients of which 90% of proposals were accepted
- Preparation of notary authentication certificates, and management of Notary protocol
- File management and follow-up in Government institutions.
- Boosted office productivity by maintaining an accurate calendar of appointments, deadlines, and court appearances.
- Streamlined communication between clients and legal staff by managing client inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Created weekly, monthly, and quarterly expense reports.
Legal Counsel
Sportia Law
- Experience conducting disciplinary processes before the Real Federación Española de Futbol, both for athletes and clubs
- Preparation of employment contracts for soccer players
- Elaboration of codes of ethics for clubs related to social responsibility
- Compliance with agencies to ensure good relations with governments
- Defense and advice to athletes, clubs, agents, etc., on issues related to sports law: image rights, contractual breaches, television rights, training and solidarity rights.
Arbitrator
International Football Arbitration Moot
02.2022 - Current
- Experience as Referee in the first edition of IFAM.
Associate Legal Counsel
BLP Honduras
03.2018 - 01.2022
- In Migration experience conducting multiple administrative processes to obtain residences, permits and relocations for work, family or shelter issues
- Drafted motions, petitions and waivers.
- Extensive experience in different procedures before the tax and customs authorities, providing assistance in relation to tax and customs compliance matters, such as: Obtaining tax exemptions and tax benefits for companies and NGOs
- drafted tax and customs legal advice.
- Defense of the taxpayer before the tax courts, Constitutional Chamber and challenge of tax and customs adjustments in general
- Preparation of regulations and statutes for NGOs
- Managed to give Legal Advice r to several Non Governmental Organizations to keep and extend a good relationship with Government in Honduras
- Management of an important Renewable Energy plant construction project, in which I processed all the custom waivers of machinery and construction parts.
- Reviewed advertising materials for compliance with applicable laws and regulations, safeguarding brand reputation from potential legal challenges.
- Assisted in the development of internal audit processes to identify areas of potential legal risk and recommend corrective action plans.
- Drafted confidentiality agreements that protected sensitive company information during strategic partnerships or collaborations.
- Advised on international expansion projects by researching local laws governing foreign investments, tax implications, and import/export requirements.
- Assisted in the management of intellectual property portfolio, ensuring proper registration and maintenance of trademarks and patents.
- Advertising, Marketing & Consumer Protection on matters related to the review of advertising materials, image rights, promotions, unfair competition, and other issues.
- Supported corporate social responsibility initiatives by ensuring compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
- Advised on regulatory compliance issues to minimize risk exposure while maintaining business objectives.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry-specific regulations by attending conferences, seminars, and webinars related to relevant legal topics.
Legal Counsel (Intern)
Real Madrid C.F.
02.2021 - 07.2021
- Elaborated sponsorship contracts
- Image rights contracts
- Drafting of football contracts, including player transfer contracts, player loan and employment contracts
Administrative assistant
Fiscalización Internacional y Local FIL
12.2013 - 06.2016
- In charge of managing client billing
- Created and maintained databases to track and record customer data.
- Managed payment procedures to associates
- In charge of setting up events and training for Lawyers and NGO's, as well as budget management.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Assisted with human resources tasks such as updating employee files or submitting time-off requests per company policy guidelines.
- Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
- Organized office events such as holiday parties or team-building activities, promoting a positive company culture and boosting employee morale.
- Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
- Developed strategies to streamline and improve office procedures.
- Opened and properly distributed incoming mail to promote quicker response to client inquiries.
Education
Law Degree with Orientation in International Business Law -
Universidad Tecnologica Centroamericana
06.2015 - 05.2018
Certification on "The protection of the rights and guarantees of taxpayers in the European Union and Latin America" - undefined
Universidad Complutense
08.2019 - 05.2019
Masters of Law - LLM International Sports Law - undefined
Escuela Universitaria Real Madrid, Universidad Europea
10.2020 - 05.2021
Skills
Exhibit preparation
Breach of contract
Business law
Document filing
Exceptional writer
Corporate Law
Legal writing
Legal Analysis
Tax Law
Tax Law
Conflict Mediation
Legal Compliance
Conflict Resolution
Intellectual Property Law
Mergers and Acquisitions
Certification
Microsoft Accreditation Aug 2011
Extracurricular Activities
Volunteer, Operation Smile, Tegucigalpa, Honduras, Medical translator Volunteer, Honduran Medical Brigades, Tegucigalpa, Honduras, Medical translator Volunteer, Compassion International, Tegucigalpa, Honduras, Translator
Affiliations
• Bar Association of Honduras
• Conciliation and Arbitration of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Tegucigalpa: Registered arbitrator and conciliator
• Founding Member of International Fiscal Association (IFA) Honduras
Timeline
Arbitrator
International Football Arbitration Moot
02.2022 - Current
Legal Counsel (Intern)
Real Madrid C.F.
02.2021 - 07.2021
Masters of Law - LLM International Sports Law - undefined
Escuela Universitaria Real Madrid, Universidad Europea
10.2020 - 05.2021
Certification on "The protection of the rights and guarantees of taxpayers in the European Union and Latin America" - undefined
Universidad Complutense
08.2019 - 05.2019
Associate Legal Counsel
BLP Honduras
03.2018 - 01.2022
Paralegal
BLP Abogados
12.2016 - 06.2018
Law Degree with Orientation in International Business Law -
Universidad Tecnologica Centroamericana
06.2015 - 05.2018
Administrative assistant
Fiscalización Internacional y Local FIL
12.2013 - 06.2016
Legal Counsel
Sportia Law