Nomination and Endorsement of Members and Alumni of the UP Women in Law
in Support of Atty. Sandra Olaso-Coronel as the next UP Law Dean
12 January 2021
The Search Committee for the Deanship of the College of Law
c/o Dr. LaVerne C. de la Peña, Chair
College of Music
UP Women in Law Alumni and Resident Members Nominating and Endorsing Atty. Sandra Olaso-
Coronel for Dean of the U.P. College of Law
We, the alumni and resident members of the UP Women in Law, respectfully nominate and endorse Atty.
Sandra Olaso-Coronel as the next Dean of the University of the Philippines College of Law.
The UP Women in Law was established with the aim to create an environment where everyone, regardless
of gender, would be empowered to fight for worthy causes, to engage in intellectual discourse, and to uphold
feminist values with wisdom and grace. As an organization existing and operating in the UP College of
Law, we believe that our Dean should be someone who shares not only our ideals as an organization, but
also what the College stands for -- teaching and learning law in the grand manner.
The current pandemic has tested the UP College of Law. While it has risen to the challenge admirably, it
faces a future that needs new ways of communication and interaction without compromising quality
education that shapes future lawyers and leaders of this country. More than ever, we need a Dean who has
a strong vision, is genuinely concerned about its stakeholders, and is competent to lead the College to adapt
and reach out to the alumni, government and non-government organizations and global partners. As the
head of the top law school in the country, the Dean should also be able to balance the interests of all the
stakeholders while maintaining the College’s prestige of producing high-calibre graduates.
We believe that Atty. Sandra Olaso-Coronel would be that Dean. Her strong legal background, several
experiences in the field, and genuine dedication to the College make her an excellent fit to be the next Dean
of the UP College of Law. Throughout her career, Atty. Olaso-Coronel exemplified honor and excellence
in the legal profession, both as a lawyer and an educator. In her many years of service to the UP College
of Law, she has not only contributed to what the College is now, but also has developed strong bonds with
the faculty, staff, and students. With her passion to serve coupled with her active and empathic involvement
in the College, we are confident that UP Law would be in good hands. Being an institution unto herself,
Atty. Olaso-Coronel would also have the respect and support of the College stakeholders and the legal
community in leading us to a new future.
Despite the challenges brought by the pandemic, Atty. Olaso-Coronel does not come empty-handed. From
tackling the concerns of the UP Law Center staff, strengthening alumni relations, boosting international
presence, enriching the real-world skills of students to improve the College’s Bar performance, Atty. Olaso-
Coronel definitely has a plan. In order to continue the College’s tradition of producing graduates and in
training staff to be key players in the national and global community, the holistic education and wellbeing
of its students, staff, and faculty are her primary concerns.
As signatories to this nomination and endorsement letter, we have been privileged to know Atty. Sandra
Olaso-Coronel as her colleagues, co-members in organizations, and students. We strongly believe that she
has what it takes to be a great leader and the next Dean of our beloved UP College of Law.
Respectfully,
Bianca Micaela Gancayco
President Cristina Anne David
Vice President for Publicity
Alexandra Vitasa Claudine Allyson Dungo
Vice President for Academics Fourth Year Representative
Mae Celriz Yano Joji Marie Salaver
Vice President for Bar Operations Third Year Representative
Stephanie Elisha Abu Rosanna Faye Ongpin
Vice President for External Affairs BGC Representative
Samantha Claire Cepeda Raya Alvarez Teston
Vice President for Internal Affairs Alumni Relations Head
SIGNATORIES:
Atty. Kat Legarda, Alumna,Winlaw Founder
Atty. Grace Quevedo-Panagsagan, Alumna, Winlaw President 1984-85, Managing Partner, Platon
Martinez Law Office
Atty. Aimee Jane O. Villaflor-Figueroa, Alumna, Winlaw President 2000-01, Director IV, Office of
the Senior Deputy Executive Secretary, Office of the President
Atty. Suzy Ojeda - Pronstoller, Alumna, Winlaw President 2008-09, Regional Legal Director, Zalora
Singapore
Atty. Ma Christina Reyes, Alumna, Winlaw President 2011-12, Senior Associate, Cochingyan &
Partners Law Offices
Atty. Katrina Manzano Lim, Alumna, Winlaw President 2012-13, Former Associate, Quisumbing
Torres
Atty. Ma. Cecilia Y. Dacanay, Alumna, Winlaw President 2013-14, Senior Associate, Valena Law
Office
Atty. Ana Victoria Reyes-Arquiza, Alumna, Winlaw President 2014-15
Atty. Jacqueline Canlas-Bacani, Alumna, Winlaw President 2015-16, Attorney IV, Department of
Justice
Atty. Mara Villegas, Alumna, Vice President for Academics, Legal and DPO, CIMB Bank
Atty. Anna Victoria Veloso, Alumna, Vice President Finance 2001, Board Member of Sangguniang
Panlalawigan, Province of Leyte
Atty. Gianna Corrine De Jesus, Alumna, Vice President for Externals 2011-12, Associate Solicitor,
Office of the Solicitor General
Atty. Anna Maria M. Santos-Lopez, Alumna, Vice President for Bar Operations 2018-19
Atty. Ernestine CJD Villareal Fernando, Alumna, UP College of Law Faculty, Independent Director,
FICD
Atty. Dot Balasbas-Gancayco, Alumna, President, Celebrity Club
Atty. Julieta Baccutan Estamo, Alumna, Legal Officer, SMC Global Power Holdings Corp.
Atty. Iris Sylvia L. Bonifacio, Alumna, Bonifacio Law Office
Atty. Janet Sy, Alumna, Legal Counsel, Central Luzon Basic Homes, Inc
Atty. Maria Dominique M. Pantoja, Alumna, Public Attorney, PAO Manila
Atty. Jessa Mary Ann Cedeno-Buyco, Alumna, Labor Relations Lawyer, RCBC
Atty. Maricar Sugayan, Alumna
Atty. Jasmine Cuizon, Alumna, Chief Compliance Officer, Ramon Aboitiz Foundation, Inc.
Atty. Ann N. Edillon, Alumna, Assistant Director, IPOPHL
Atty. Faustina Victoria E Ochoa-Sarmiento, Alumna, Senior Manager, SGV & Co.
Atty. Edda Sastine Advincula, Alumna, Consultant, City Legal Office
Atty. Joanna Eileen M. Capones, Alumna, Vice President - Investment Promotions and Marketing,
Bases Conversion and Development Authority
Atty. Nadaine Tongco, Alumna, Associate, Romulo Mabanta Buenaventura Sayoc & De Los Angeles
Law Office
Atty. Arlene Lapuz-Ureta, Alumna, Senior Legal Counsel, Nissan Phil. Inc.
Atty. Monalisa Barro, Alumna, Humanitarian Consultant
Atty. Linda Malenab-Hornilla, Alumna, Ret./Execom member, PMCO/PHILA/ SC
Atty. Anna Michelle Divina, Alumna, Executive Assistant IV, COMELEC
Atty. Yrra Espino, Alumna, Fourth Year Representative 2018-19
Atty. Anita Tabo, Alumna
Atty. Purita Angela L. Sandalo, Alumna
Atty. Yya E. Aragon, Alumna
Atty. Michelle Dy, Alumna
Samantha Joie G. Tamayo, Alumna
Niel Demerey, Member, Internals Assistant Vice President for Member Relations 2020-21
Joshua Aguilar, Member, Internals Assistant Vice President for Member Management 2020-21
Ann Frances Quebec, Member, Vice President for Bar Operations 2019-20
Dianara Capito, Member, Fourth Year Representative 2019-20
Patricia Marie E. Ignacio, Member
Pauleanne Carmeli Pangan, Member
Therese Palillo, Member
Mardheeya Nuruddin, Member
Danielle Abuel, Member
Alayssah Marie Ruiz, Member
Kamille Anne Anarna, Member
Joey Rose De Leon, Member
