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CPA-Lawyer | Client Experience Pro | Contract Craftsman
Bern Ponferrada is a CPA-lawyer who bridges law, business, and client experience with rare precision. She wears two hats at Unified—serving as the Client Experience Manager at Unified Global and as part of the legal team at Unified Law. Bern supports U.S. clients with everything from consulting contracts to nonprofit structuring, always delivering clarity with a personal touch. Whether she’s streamlining internal workflows or drafting agreements that actually reflect how businesses operate, Bern brings consistency, care, and calm to every engagement. She’s the one you call when you want it done right—and done well.
Core Areas of Focus
Business Transactions & Operating Agreements – Bern helps launch and scale ventures with practical agreements that match how people actually work. She ensures partnerships are structured smartly from day one.
Contract Drafting & Review – Translating business goals into strong, readable contracts is Bern’s specialty. She spots risks, clarifies obligations, and makes sure every deal starts on solid ground.
Corporate Compliance & Governance – Whether creating internal policies or managing corporate records, Bern keeps organizations aligned, accountable, and audit-ready—without drowning anyone in legal jargon.
Career Highlights
Drafted consulting agreements that balance legal protection with business practicality—supporting effective project execution and strong client relationships.
Created custom compliance policies that help clients meet regulatory requirements while staying efficient and operationally flexible.
Reviewed and negotiated vendor contracts with a sharp eye for performance metrics, risk allocation, and enforceability.
Crafted non-compete agreements that protect key business interests without overreaching—maintaining fairness and enforceability.
Managed legal documentation and corporate records, ensuring clients remain compliant and audit-ready year-round.
Provided integrated in-house legal support for U.S. clients, aligning contracts and policies with both domestic and international standards.
Streamlined contract review and approval processes to reduce friction, improve turnaround time, and enhance cross-functional coordination.
Bar Admissions
Integrated Bar of the Philippines (2023)
Education
Juris Doctor, Xavier University – Ateneo de Cagayan, 2021
B.S. in Accountancy, Xavier University – Ateneo de Cagayan, 2014
Beyond the Bar
Grew up in Balingasag, Misamis Oriental, where grit and grace go hand in hand.
Netflix aficionado with a soft spot for rom-coms, K-dramas, and clever mysteries (especially if Sherlock Holmes is involved).
Finds balance through running, boxing, calligraphy, and long dinners with good company.
Known for showing up to work sharp and focused—and showing up to the gym with a killer left hook.
