Mary Christine S. C. Florete - Lawyer/Dispute Resolution Specialist

Sep 20, 2026

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Professional resume for Mary Christine S. C. Florete, a Lawyer/Dispute Resolution Specialist with six years of legal practice and a focus on dispute resolution, arbitration, and courtroom advocacy. Highlights include accredited tribunal secretary experience in Hong Kong International Arbitration, handling international arbitration with cross-jurisdiction parties, and dispute management to meet arbitration timelines. Also features partner-level legal work in criminal defense, labor cases, cross-border contract review, merger and acquisition support, and due diligence for fraud assessments. Includes relevant tribunal secretary and ADR practitioner trainings and accreditations.

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Employment History

Florete Law Office

Sombiro, Buyco-Abellar, Florete & Liao

Sombiro & Buyco-Abellar Law Office

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MARY CHRISTINE S. C . FLORETE Lawyer/Dispute Resolution Specialist Unit 2628, One Spatial Iloilo, R. Mapa St., Tabucan, Mandurriao, Iloilo City, 5000, Philippines +639190070911 [mcsflorete@floretelaw.com](mcsflorete@floretelaw.com) Nationality Filpino PROFILE Experienced and innovative Lawyer/Dispute Resolution Specialist with a passion and dedication to justice. Lawyer with six years experience in the practice of law. Highly organized, and skilled in public speaking and written advocacy. Bringing forth a proven track record of achieving favorable outcomes for clients. Adept in preparing for trials, reviewing documents, and effectively presenting cases in court. A strong leader and team player who works well under pressure, and understands the complexities of the legal system. | | | | --- | --- | | EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
| | | Accredited Tribunal Secretary, Hong Kong International Arbitration | Jan 2023 | | Centre

File Counsel , Philippine Dispute Resolution Center, Inc. | HongKong, SAR
Mar 2022 | | • Handled an International Arbitration involving parties from different jurisdictions | Taguig | | • Expediting the handling of cases in order to minimize delays and to finish the whole proceedings within the timelines as provided by the 2021 PDRCI Arbitration Rules | | | Communicates with the parties and their counsel with regard to the submissions required of them
• Provides recommendations to the Executive Committee and the Secretariat in furtherance of the | | | Appointment and Constitution ofthe Arbitral Tribunal

Partner , Florete Law Office | Sep 2021 | | | Iloilo City | | • Successfully settled criminal cases against client simultaneously in multiple courts | | | • Obtained a favorable judgment involving an employer in a labor court saving the company a substantial amount in terms of damages | | | Reviewed contracts of client with transactions involving cross-border parties and included arbitration clauses • Managing Merger & Acquisition transactions on behalf of client involving at least an aggregate value of
PhP100M | | | • Mitigated on appeal the criminal liability of a client convicted to suffer the penalty of Reclusion Perpetua by the Regional Trial Court to a minimal sentence of at least seven years imprisonment | | | • Initiated criminal cases as private prosecutor for client in relation to a labor case where a favorable judgment was obtained before the Labor Arbiter | | | • Negotiated a government contract dispute involving the payment of services ofa project fully completed | | | Issues legal opinion on a dispute concerning a construction dispute with client and recommended that he file | | | a Notice of Arbitration through the Construction Industry Arbitration Commission (CIAC)

Junior Partner , Sombiro, Buyco-Abellar, Florete & Liao | Jan 2018 Aug 2021 | Iloilo City • Defended a criminal prosecution in relation to Syndicated Estafa and violations ofthe Securities Regulation Code against at least almost a hundred complainants • Assessed cases for probable outcomes by researching blackletter law and other legal authority, comparing fact patterns to those of precedential cases. • Oversaw firm's day-to-day administrative operations, provided guidance to support staff and enforced compliance with national and local regulations across organization. • Conducting due diligence work and assisted in the conduct of fraud assessments in furtherance of litigation involving a real estate and media company Associate , Sombiro & Buyco-Abellar Law Office Jun 2016—Jul 2018 Iloilo City • Provided legal advice to variety of small and mid-sized businesses involved in multiple types of litigation • Attended hearings of senior partners involving pre-trial and presentation of evidence • Prepared pleadings under the tutelage of senior members of the firm • Prepared judicial affidavits and other pleadings as required by courts LICENSES / PROFESSIONAL

FAQs

What is Mary Christine S. C. Florete’s legal specialization?

She is a Lawyer/Dispute Resolution Specialist focused on dispute resolution, including arbitration and courtroom advocacy.

Which arbitration-related role does she have experience with?

She served as an Accredited Tribunal Secretary for the Hong Kong International Arbitration, including communications with parties and counsel and support for appointment and constitution of the arbitral tribunal.

What types of cases has she handled in her work experience?

Her experience includes criminal cases across multiple courts, labor court matters involving favorable judgments, contract reviews with cross-border parties, and dispute-related legal actions such as arbitration notices.

Sep 20, 2026

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