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ADVIT BIRLA

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LEGAL COUNSEL -leveraging 9+ years of experience

A results-driven and skilled Legal Counsel with a proven track record of providing strategic legal advice and guidance to organizations. Experienced in analysing complex legal issues, developing practical solutions, and mitigating legal risks with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders, provide counsel to senior management, and build strong client relationships. 

PROFILE SUMMARY 

• A Legal Counsel with strong expertise in rendering legal advice to management, representing corporations in civil litigation, and assisting with corporate entity formation.
• Experience backed abilities in developing and implementing comprehensive legal strategies to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Adept at developing and maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders, external vendors, and legal teams, fostering effective collaboration and communication.
• Great analytical abilities, anticipates and address legal issues proactively, contributing to the organization's overall success and growth.
• Committed to ethical code of conduct with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Demonstrates proficiency in negotiations, mediations, and arbitrations, achieving favourable outcomes while minimizing legal exposure and costs.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Legal Knowledge 
• Legal Support 
• Administrative Law 
• Legal Advice
• Drafting Contract 
• Analytical Skills
• Risk Management
• Regulatory Compliance
• Communication Skills

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE 

ABC Group, Bangalore | Jan 2020 - Present 

Legal Counsel

• Providing legal advice and guidance to management and various departments within the organisation on legal issues and risks.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of legal documents, including contracts, agreements, policies, and other legal instruments.
• Conducting legal research and analysis on diverse matters to support decision-making and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Assessing and managing legal risks associated with business operations, transactions, and contractual arrangements.
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders, identifying legal issues, and providing initiative-taking solutions and risk mitigation strategies.
• Representing the organisation in legal proceedings, including litigation, arbitration, and regulatory matters, as necessary.
• Staying updated on changes in laws, regulations, and industry standards that may impact the organization and advise on necessary actions.
• Ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Participating in the development and implementation of legal policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Collaborating with external legal counsel, as needed, on specific matters requiring specialized expertise.
• Researching and evaluating different risk factors regarding business decisions and operations.
• Providing clarification on legal language or specifications to everyone in the organisation.

DOS Corporation, Bangalore | May 2016 - Dec 2019

Senior Legal Associate

• Utilized various resources to research case law, statutes, regulations, and legal precedents relevant to assigned cases or projects. 
• Assisted attorneys in drafting legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, affidavits, briefs, and other legal correspondence. 
• Ensured accuracy, and proper formatting, and adhered to applicable laws and regulations.
• Organised and maintained case files, documents, and evidence. 
• Prepared and indexed documents for trials, hearings, and depositions. 
• Managed document databases and electronic filing systems.
• Reviewed, analysed, and organised documents and evidence in preparation for litigation or regulatory proceedings.
• Assisted in drafting interrogatories, requests for production, and other discovery-related documents.
• Coordinated with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel to ensure proper scheduling and logistics.
• Performed administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, managing calendars, scheduling appointments, and maintaining correspondence.
• Interviewed clients, witnesses, and other relevant parties to gather information and facts related to assigned cases. 
• Corresponded with clients, under attorney supervision, to provide case updates, request information, and obtain necessary documents or signatures.
• Attended client meetings, depositions, hearings, and trials to provide support, take notes, and assist with logistics.

Smith Industries, Bangalore | May 2014 - Apr 2016

Compliance Officer

• Developed and implemented effective compliance programs, policies, and procedures to ensure adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and company standards.
• Stayed up to date with laws, regulations, and industry standards relevant to the organization's operations and ensure compliance with requirements.
• Planned and conducted regular compliance audits as well as assessments and identified areas of non-compliance or potential risk. 
• Developed and implemented corrective actions to address any findings.
• Developed and delivered compliance training programs to employees, and ensured understanding of compliance obligations, policies, and procedures.
• Conducted compliance risk assessments, identified potential risks, and collaborated with stakeholders to implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Met with clients to discuss their legal issues and reviewed case files to ensure that all relevant information has been gathered.

INTERNSHIPS 

The Advisory Firm, Bangalore | Apr 2013 - Apr 2014

Legal Intern

• Conducted research on various legal/regulatory requirements about warehousing, logistics, labour laws, etc. besides the wide ambit of the regulatory framework in various jurisdictions.
• Contracts reviewed and drafted, legal research, data privacy compliance, RBI regulatory compliance.
• Strong time management, prioritization, and organisational skills.
• Adhered to all policies related to the organisation.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS 

EDUCATION: 

• Master of Laws (LL.M.), National Law School of India University, Mumbai | May 2008 - Mar 2010
• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), BML School of law, Delhi | Jul 2004 - Apr 2008

PERSONAL DOSSIER

Languages Known- English, and Hindi