Clariza B. Gaviola

Associate

Admitted to the Philippine Bar in 2026

Juris Doctor; Ateneo de Davao University

B.A. Communication; Notre Dame University – Cotabato City

Email: clariza.gaviola@gsmhlaw.com

She earned her Juris Doctor degree from Ateneo de Davao University where she participated in the Clinical Legal Education Program (CLEP) as a Level I Law Student Practitioner, volunteered for Ateneo Legal Advocacy Works’ (ADDLAW) jail visits and legal seminars, and took part in the University’s Bar Operations.

She obtained her undergraduate degree in Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Notre Dame University in Cotabato City, where she consistently earned Dean’s List honors. She served as the Socio-Cultural Head of the Student Council of the College of Arts and Sciences and was nominated to the Ayala Young Leaders Congress. She was also Associate Editor-in-Chief of the 2018 Graduating Class Association Yearbook, a news writer for the University’s official publication, CASulatan, and a published writer for The Mindanao Cross. She likewise completed internships with the City Government of Cotabato and several radio stations in Cotabato City, where she gained practical experience in public communication, media, and government service. She received the Best Thesis Award during the College of Arts and Sciences Research Forum and was Champion in Radio Broadcasting during the Notre Dame Festival.