Joshua J.
Mid-Level Legal Associate
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Joshua John A. is a dedicated lawyer with extensive experience in legal research, writing, and analysis. He served as a Virtual Paralegal General at Goldman and Associates Law Firm, where he managed a high-volume caseload in Family Law matters, coordinating from client intake to case resolution. His tenure included preparing hearing materials, organizing exhibits, and ensuring precise filing of affidavits, pleadings, and legal documents. As a Legal Associate, he supported election-related cases at Gonzales and Carlos Law Office and Contado and Contado Law Office, conducting research on laws and drafting essential documents. His skills extend to modern legal software like Google Workspace and Clio. Joshua was admitted to the Philippine Bar in 2026 and holds a Juris Doctor from John Wesley School of Law and Governance, Wesleyan University-Philippines, along with a Bachelor of Arts in Language and Literature from Central Luzon State University.
Experience
Virtual Paralegal General
Goldman and Associates Law Firm · 2025 — 2026Handled a significant caseload focused on Family Law issues, providing support to attorneys from client intake to case resolution. Ensured compliance with court regulations and internal deadlines, while drafting and organizing probate pleadings, affidavits, and other legal documents. Coordinated documentation, communicated with clients regarding estate issues, and maintained organized case records. Prepared materials for hearings and mediations, organized exhibits and discovery, and liaised with clients, courts, and other professionals for effective case management.Legal Associate – Election Legal Support
Gonzales and Carlos Law Office · 2025 — 2025Assisted with election-related legal cases, aiding in the drafting and review of affidavits and supporting documentation for submission to relevant authorities. Conducted research on election laws to inform legal strategies.Virtual Legal Associate
Pangilinan Law Office · 2024 — 2025Performed legal research to bolster case theories and drafting tasks. Ensured adherence to legal standards while reviewing facts and evidence, and assisted in preparing judicial affidavits and legal documents.Legal Associate – Election Legal Support
Contado and Contado Law Office · 2022 — 2022Supported election-specific legal matters by preparing necessary affidavits and pleadings. Conducted legal research into election laws and maintained organized documentation relevant to election proceedings.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Juris DoctorJohn Wesley School of Law and Governance Wesleyan University-Philippines · 2019 — 2024
- Bachelor of Arts in Language and LiteratureCentral Luzon State University · 2012 — 2020
- Master of Arts in Language and Literature (Earned Units)University of the Philippines-Baguio · 2017 — 2018