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Aathira Krishna Kumar

Associate Partner
Bengaluru

Summary

Dynamic legal professional with nearly 7 years of experience at Ediplis Counsels, specializing in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of commercial and corporate agreements. Proven track record in leading high-value negotiations and in leading legal due diligence for M&A and strategic transactions. Adept at mentoring teams, managing client relationships, anchoring negotiations, and ensuring delivery of high-quality, business-oriented legal solutions.



Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Partner

Ediplis Counsels
04.2025 - Current
  • Head of General Corporate and Commercial Transactions vertical.
  • Primary point of contact for key accounts, and independently handling client requirements and expectations.
  • Advise clients on commercial contracts, IP transactions, and corporate compliance across multiple industries.
  • Key person for managing projects and deliverables, overseeing research, review, drafting, and negotiation of a wide range of commercial and corporate agreements, including service, licensing, technology, supply, business transfer, shareholder, and share purchase agreements.
  • Led negotiations on multiple high-value contracts, safeguarding client interests, while enabling commercially viable outcomes.
  • Direct legal due diligence exercises for corporate transactions; identify risks, and present actionable recommendations.
  • Mentor and lead a team of five members, and ensure adherence to quality and timelines.
  • Championed continuous improvement efforts that led to operational efficiencies across all levels of the organization.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive strategies for clients, ensuring optimal results.

Principal Associate

Ediplis Counsels
04.2023 - 03.2025
  • Managed day-to-day delivery ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and client satisfaction.
  • Drafted, reviewed, and negotiated a broad spectrum of commercial and corporate agreements.
  • Acted as key support in client negotiations and calls, aligning contractual terms with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
  • Conducted and supervised legal due diligence for corporate transactions, highlighting material risks, and preparing detailed reports for partners and clients.
  • Provided legal opinions on commercial, regulatory, and compliance issues across diverse industries.
  • Mentored junior associates by reviewing drafts, guiding research, and training on contract negotiation and client handling.
  • Supported partners in client relationship management, contributing to repeat mandates, and successful deal closures.

Senior Associate

Ediplis Counsels
04.2021 - 03.2023
  • Actively involved in advising clients and drafting contracts with respect to general corporate compliance, IP transactions, private equity, commercial contract negotiations, and drafting legal opinions on various legal issues.
  • Involved in conducting legal due diligence on multiple target companies for mergers and acquisitions.
  • Involved in litigation management by conducting initial case assessments and liaising between litigating partners and clients.

Associate

Ediplis Counsels
04.2019 - 03.2021
  • Responsible for drafting and reviewing a broad range of commercial contracts, including NDAs, service agreements, MoUs, software license agreements, business transfer agreements, and share purchase agreements, among others.
  • Researching and analyzing statutes, regulations, judicial decisions, etc.
  • Creating and maintaining a litigation tracker.
  • Working collaboratively with other members of the team.

Education

BBA LLB - Bachelor of Business Administration And Law (Hons)

School of Law, Christ University
Bengaluru, India
04.2001 -

Skills

  • Commercial Transactions
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Legal Due Diligence
  • Data Protection
  • Commercial IP
  • Legal Research
  • Team player
  • Leadership
  • Effective Communication
  • Critical Thinking

Internships

Intern - Nishith Desai Associates, Mumbai (BKC)

Intern - K&S Partners, Bangalore

Intern - Kolloth & Company, Bangalore

Intern - Warriar & Co., Cochin

Intern - Law & Options, Bangalore

Intern - Human Rights Law Network, Cochin

Affiliations

Enrolled as an Advocate with Bar Council of Karnataka

Timeline

Associate Partner

Ediplis Counsels
04.2025 - Current

Principal Associate

Ediplis Counsels
04.2023 - 03.2025

Senior Associate

Ediplis Counsels
04.2021 - 03.2023

Associate

Ediplis Counsels
04.2019 - 03.2021

BBA LLB - Bachelor of Business Administration And Law (Hons)

School of Law, Christ University
04.2001 -

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