Abhishek Shekhar
Lawyer
Nagpur
Summary
Enthusiastic lawyer with a proven track record of excellence in performance and work ethic, consistently recognized for dedication to client success. Committed to contributing to team achievements as legal counsel by leveraging strong attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills. Adept at navigating complex legal challenges while fostering collaborative relationships to ensure the delivery of high-quality legal services. Passionate about driving positive outcomes and supporting clients through diligent and strategic legal representation.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Associate
Infocepts Data and AI
Nagpur
05.2024 - Current
- Drafted, vetted, and negotiated IT-ITES services contracts, Master Service Agreements, Statements of Work, Engagement Letters, RFP bids, Partnership Agreements, Contractor Agreements, Reseller Agreements, Global Mobility contracts, Service Agreements, Consultant Agreements, Lease Agreements, etc.
- End-to-end management of CLMS and compliance (ICERTIS, Compliance Eagle, DocuSign, Adobe Sign tools).
- Preparing a contractual compliance checklist for clients' contracts, and communicating all mandatory compliance obligations to stakeholders.
- Analyzed contracts, agreements, and business transactions to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure cost-effective contracts, improving company's bottom line.
- Handled multiple advisory matters, and employment-related claims and notices.
- Conducted legal research and provided legal advice on various legal issues.
- Managed ongoing litigation and adjudication proceedings while developing strategies to reduce risk and exposure.
- Vendor due diligence and managed onboarding of over 80 consulting vendors.
Management Trainee (law)
Infocepts [Got a Pre-Placement Offer]
Nagpur
05.2023 - 04.2024
- Successfully led the implementation of the CLMS software (Icertis) from the beginning, including template finalization, attribute tagging, AI model training, etc.
- Assisting with the development of corporate policies and procedures.
- Worked on ongoing litigation, advised on dispute resolution matters, and maintained records of all legal proceedings and documents.
- Contributed to the establishment of the company's UK entity by managing essential documentation.
- Worked with law firms in India and the USA on litigation management, recovery of company assets, indemnification bonds, and more.
- Registered the company under the United Nations Standards of Conduct for Business to address discrimination against LGBTIQ+ employees as part of a DEI initiative.
Law Clerk Intern
District Legal Service Authority
Nagpur
04.2023 - 05.2023
- Maintained and updated court records to ensure they remain up-to-date and accessible.
- Contributed in the preparation of over 50 summons, notifications, and warrants.
Case Manager
SAMA. Live
Remote
02.2023 - 03.2023
- Worked with MLSA and gained insights into the settlement process within Online Dispute Resolution (ODR).
- Coordinated with parties, explained the Online Dispute Resolution process, and obtained their express consent.
- Drafted settlement agreements.
Research Associate
Sarthi Trust
Nagpur
12.2022 - 01.2023
- Advised on the legal aspects of issues faced by the LGBTIQ+ community in India.
- Conducted research on the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019.
- I learned about the operations and management of a Section 8 company.
Education
LL. B Bachelor of Laws -
Dr. Ambedkar College (DACN)
Nagpur, Maharashtra01.2024
B.B.A Bachelor of Business Administration - undefined
Yogoda Satsanga Mahavidyalaya
Ranchi, Jharkhand01.2021
Higher Senior Secondary - undefined
Sri Chaitanya Techno School
Vishakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh01.2018
Senior Secondary - undefined
St. Thomas School
Ranchi, Jharkhand01.2016
Skills
Accomplishments
All India Rank 24 in CS Foundation Exams.
Certification
Manupatra Certified Legal Researcher
AWARDS
Winner, B3 Business Venture – IMS Ranchi, Runner-up, Ace the Race: The Nouveau Corporates, Customer Centricity Award – Infocapts Data & AI, Kudos Award - Infocapts Data & AI
CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
- Padma Vibhushan N.N Palkhivala Memorial National Moot Court competition. (November 2022) Runner-up.
- DACN inhouse moot court competition. (April 2022)
- Research project related issues face by transgender and Drawback in Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019 (Sample size-400 transgender persons)
SEMINARS AND WORKSHOPS
- Workshop on the Future of Data and AI [Infocepts]
- Workshop on Online Dispute Resolution [Sama.live]
- Seminar on Soft Skills and Leadership Development [DACN]
- Moot Court Workshop [DACN]
Timeline
Manupatra Certified Legal Researcher
09-2025
Associate
Infocepts Data and AI
05.2024 - Current
Management Trainee (law)
Infocepts [Got a Pre-Placement Offer]
05.2023 - 04.2024
Law Clerk Intern
District Legal Service Authority
04.2023 - 05.2023
Case Manager
SAMA. Live
02.2023 - 03.2023
Research Associate
Sarthi Trust
12.2022 - 01.2023
B.B.A Bachelor of Business Administration - undefined
Yogoda Satsanga Mahavidyalaya
Higher Senior Secondary - undefined
Sri Chaitanya Techno School
Senior Secondary - undefined
St. Thomas School
LL. B Bachelor of Laws -
Dr. Ambedkar College (DACN)