Ms. Angela Aung
Madison,United States
Summary
Corporate law professional and foreign-trained attorney with over 10 years of experience in roles such as Legal Associate, Senior Legal Associate, In-House Legal Counsel, and Head of Legal. Currently preparing for the California Bar Exam (July 2025). Passionate about utilizing legal expertise in dynamic environments to drive impact. Skilled in legal research, document drafting, and case preparation. Proficient in legal documentation processes and effective communication with team members.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Scholar & Associate (Faculty Staff)
University of Wisconsin Law School
01.2025 - Current
- Conduct independent legal research on topics related to East Asian legal systems, comparative law, and international regulatory frameworks.
- Participate in academic discussions, seminars, and workshops to contribute to scholarly dialogue and exchange ideas with faculty and researchers.
Head of Legal
Shwe Than Lwin Group of Companies
06.2024 - 12.2024
- Directed the company's legal and compliance functions, ensuring adherence to laws and regulations.
- Negotiated and drafted a broad spectrum of contracts and agreements to protect corporate interests.
- Formulated and executed company policies and procedures to mitigate legal risks.
- Designed and delivered comprehensive training programs on legal compliance for staff members.
Legal Counsel
Huawei Technologies (Yangon) Co., Ltd
12.2018 - 12.2023
- Advised on legal matters to ensure company-wide adherence to applicable laws and regulations.
- Conducted risk assessments for business operations and strategic initiatives.
- Performed corporate secretarial functions, including governance and regulatory compliance tasks.
- Managed the renewal and maintenance of company licenses to guarantee continuous legal operations.
Senior Associate, Corporate Service Support (CSS), Advisory Team
PricewaterhouseCoopers Company Limited (PWC)
11.2017 - 12.2018
- Advised corporate clients on legal requirements for investment projects, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Conducted in-depth research on local laws and compliance requirements, providing valuable insights for business strategy and risk management.
Legal Associate
Thanl Win Legal Law Firm
06.2016 - 09.2017
- Assisted with the preparation and submission of permit applications for various investment projects, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
- Managed the process of trademark registration.
- Facilitated business license applications for diverse industries.
Legal Intern and Associate, Corporate Team
VDB Loi Myanmar (Law Firm)
01.2015 - 05.2016
- Conducted research on local laws, regulations, and policies and Assisted on Government Tender Projects.
- Drafted legal documents, including memos and briefs, ensuring compliance with applicable laws.
Education
Post Doctorate Researcher -
University of Wisconsin Law School
Madison, Wisconsin01.2025
Doctor of Philosophy in Laws (PhD) -
University of Yangon
12-2023
Master of Research in Laws (MRes) - Constitutional Law
University of Yangon
01.2017
Master's Degree - undefined
Renmin University of China
01.2016
Master of Laws (LLM) - Constitutional Law
University of Yangon
01.2016
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) -
Dagon University
01.2013
Skills
- Drafting Legal Documents
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Legal research
- Client communication
- Data entry
- Case analysis
- Legal compliance
- Legal documentation
Bar Admission
Licensed Attorney
Republic of the Union of Myanmar
Admitted to practice law; in good standing with 10 years of legal experience.
Registered Foreign Attorney
State Bar of California
Approved to sit for the California Bar Examination – July 2025
LANGUAGES
Burmese
English
Timeline
Research Scholar & Associate (Faculty Staff)
University of Wisconsin Law School
01.2025 - Current
Head of Legal
Shwe Than Lwin Group of Companies
06.2024 - 12.2024
Legal Counsel
Huawei Technologies (Yangon) Co., Ltd
12.2018 - 12.2023
Senior Associate, Corporate Service Support (CSS), Advisory Team
PricewaterhouseCoopers Company Limited (PWC)
11.2017 - 12.2018
Legal Associate
Thanl Win Legal Law Firm
06.2016 - 09.2017
Legal Intern and Associate, Corporate Team
VDB Loi Myanmar (Law Firm)
01.2015 - 05.2016
Master of Research in Laws (MRes) - Constitutional Law
University of Yangon
Master's Degree - undefined
Renmin University of China
Master of Laws (LLM) - Constitutional Law
University of Yangon
Post Doctorate Researcher -
University of Wisconsin Law School
Doctor of Philosophy in Laws (PhD) -
University of Yangon
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) -
Dagon University
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