Joy Augustina
Summary
New York-admitted attorney with French and Irish legal training and international experience across common law and civil law jurisdictions. Experience in commercial, contractual, intellectual property, corporate, litigation, and regulatory matters gained through legal practice, pro bono work, legal clinics, and multinational environments. Holder of advanced qualifications in Innovation and Intellectual Property Law, with academic expertise in artificial intelligence, digital technologies, data governance, and intellectual property. Recognized for strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills, combined with a commercially minded and entrepreneurial approach.
Founder of Glacés, a Paris-based startup selected to present its business concept to the Paris 2024 Olympic organizers, demonstrating entrepreneurial drive, leadership and commercial acumen.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Legal Intern
SLB
Paris, France
07.2025 - 11.2025
- Provided legal support on commercial, intellectual property, technology, and compliance matters, facilitating informed decision-making across multiple business functions.
- Reviewed, drafted, and analyzed various commercial agreements to mitigate legal risk and align with operational and business objectives.
- Assisted with contract negotiations and legal assessments for technology and digital transformation initiatives, ensuring compliance and supporting innovative solutions.
Volunteer
Legal Clinic, Université Paris Saclay
Paris, France
12.2024 - 04.2025
- Advised clients on intellectual property and patent-related legal issues, tailoring practical guidance to enhance understanding and inform strategic decisions.
- Conducted legal research and analysis to identify legal risks, enabling clients to make informed decisions and mitigate potential challenges.
Volunteer
Do Pro Bono, LawNY, Inc
New York, New York
07.2024 - 03.2025
- Prepared pleadings, affidavits, and supporting documentation for pro se clients in uncontested divorce matters, facilitating smoother case resolutions.
- Analyzed legal and procedural requirements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with court rules to support successful case outcomes.
Legal Intern
Arthur Cox
Dublin, Ireland
06.2019 - 07.2019
- Gained exposure to patent litigation in the pharmaceutical sector, including legal research, case analysis, and dispute strategy.
- Supported matters involving intellectual property licensing and the commercialization of proprietary technologies.
- Developed an understanding of cross-border legal issues and the strategic management of intellectual property assets in highly regulated industries.
Legal Intern
Matheson
Dublin, Ireland
05.2018 - 06.2018
- Conducted legal and commercial research relating to private equity transactions, market activity, and transaction structures.
- Assisted in the review and preparation of transaction-related documentation and due diligence materials.
- Developed an understanding of corporate transactions, deal execution, and business growth strategies in an international legal environment.
Education
Master 2 in Artificial Intelligence, Digital Technologies And Intellectual Property - Law
University of Strasbourg
France09-2026
Masters 2 Innovation And Intellectual Property Law (Industrial Property Focus) - Law
Paris Saclay Univerisity
France09-2025
WIPO-Harvard Law School PatentX Course - Patent Law
WIPO
Geneva06-2025
M1 Intellectual Property Law (Industrial Property Track) - Intellectual Property Law
Université Pantheon Assas
France09-2023
LLB Law - Law
Trinity College Dublin
Ireland05-2021
Erasmus Year -
Sciences Po, Paris
France09-2020
Skills
- Commercial Contracting
- Contract Negotiation
- Intellectual Property Law
- Technology & Artificial Intelligence Law
- Regulatory Compliance
- Legal Research & Analysis
- Legal Drafting
- Corporate Transactions
- Due Diligence
- Risk Assessment & Mitigation
- Cross-Border Legal Matters
- Stakeholder Management
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
French
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited
Certification
- New York Bar Admission (2025)
Affiliations
- Competitive Bridge (card game)
- Travelling
- Cooking
Timeline
Legal Intern
SLB
07.2025 - 11.2025
Volunteer
Legal Clinic, Université Paris Saclay
12.2024 - 04.2025
Volunteer
Do Pro Bono, LawNY, Inc
07.2024 - 03.2025
Legal Intern
Arthur Cox
06.2019 - 07.2019
Legal Intern
Matheson
05.2018 - 06.2018
Master 2 in Artificial Intelligence, Digital Technologies And Intellectual Property - Law
University of Strasbourg
Masters 2 Innovation And Intellectual Property Law (Industrial Property Focus) - Law
Paris Saclay Univerisity
WIPO-Harvard Law School PatentX Course - Patent Law
WIPO
M1 Intellectual Property Law (Industrial Property Track) - Intellectual Property Law
Université Pantheon Assas
LLB Law - Law
Trinity College Dublin
Erasmus Year -
Sciences Po, Paris