Medellín, Colombia, (-,-https://www.linkedin.com/valentinadewaard
VALENTINA DE WAARD ARDILA
Legal Professional, LL.M. in Administrative and Constitutional Law
Multilingual legal professional with experience supporting litigation and judicial ruling drafting in both
court and law firm settings. Holds a Master’s in Constitutional and Administrative Law from the University
of Amsterdam, with a strong foundation in legal drafting, case file analysis, and procedural support. Proven
ability to work independently in high-responsibility environments, managing sensitive documentation and
collaborating with legal professionals across jurisdictions. Fluent in English, Spanish, and Dutch, with
working knowledge of French. Skilled in client communication, with experience in supporting diverse
clients and a strong focus on immigration and administrative law.
Professional Experience
JSMD Management - Medellín, Colombia
Legal Assistant
Operations support company serving U.S.-based clients.
October 2024 - Present
Draft motions, discovery responses, and filings for U.S.-based attorneys; ensure accuracy and timely
submission in coordination with court calendars.
Monitor progress across 30+ active cases, track deadlines, and communicate directly with courts and
opposing counsel.
Manage sensitive client records, organize documentation, and prepare legal updates with minimal
supervision.
Support legal strategy through document review and research in personal injury and liability cases.
District Court Midden-Nederland - Utrecht, the Netherlands
Law Clerk
First-instance court.
March 2023 - November 2023
Drafted rulings in administrative law cases involving government inaction, including migration-related
matters such as asylum procedures, within the broader framework of international public law.
Reviewed complete case dossiers, assessed procedural requirements, and identified key legal questions
to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal court standards.
Collaborated with judges to finalize rulings, contributing to legal clarity, neutrality, and procedural
consistency.
Handled sensitive governmental and immigration-related documentation with discretion in an official
judicial setting.
Gained in-depth exposure to legal aspects of asylum and migration procedures through consistent
casework and legal analysis.
University of Amsterdam - Amsterdam, the Netherlands
Student Assistant
Faculty of Law.
August 2020 - June 2021
Support virtual course delivery by coordinating between professors and students, organizing materials,
and providing technical and administrative support.
Skills & Languages
Legal
Multilingual
Cross-cultural
Research
Proficiency
collaboration
Document Analytical Thinking
Legal drafting
Handling
Spanish: Native
English: Native/C2
Intercultural legal
Adaptability in legal
awareness
workflows
Client-focused legal
Careful document
support
handling
Dutch: Native
French: Intermediate B2
Education & Volunteerwork
University of Amsterdam,-
Master's Degree in Constitutional and
Administrative Law
University of Amsterdam,-
Bachelor of Laws, with a two-semester exchange
program at Universidad de Manizales, Colombia.
Volunteer
Fundacion Pequeño Corazon, Manizales,
Colombia, 2024
Contributed to child-focused social programs
supporting families affected by congenital heart
disease, assisting in activities aimed at well-being,
integration, and emotional support.
President
Student Association of the Master’s in Public
Law, University of Amsterdam,-
Served as President of the student association and
Secretary of the Student Parliament. Led academic
events and represented student interests within the
public law master’s program.
