Overview
Work History
Education
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
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SREEJA CHAKRABORTY

176/H/1 Manicktala Main Road, Aapti Apartments, Kolkata

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Legal Associate

Sandip Agarwal & Co., Advocates and Solicitors
Kolkata
11.2024 - Current
  • Researching on land laws, property laws, RERA and HIRA compliance, and drafting lease agreements.
  • Conducting title searches, due diligence, and real estate transaction documentation.
  • Drafting and reviewing deeds, contracts, and sale agreements.
  • Expertise in litigation related to real estate disputes.
  • Drafting notices under Section 13(2) of the Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Security Interest Act, 2002, and demand notices.
  • Drafting counter affidavits, written submissions, and responses to petitions before the DRT, or DRAT. Filing applications under Section 14 of the Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Security Interest Act, 2002 to seek appropriate reliefs before the learned magistrates.
  • Drafting petitions for the appointment of arbitrators under Section 11 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.
  • Preparing statements of claim, rejoinders, and interim relief applications under Section 9 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act of 1996.
  • Drafting objections or appeals under Section 34 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act of 1996.
  • Provided comprehensive legal counsel on labor and employment matters, ensuring compliance with the Factories Act, the ID Act, the CLRA, the EPF Act, and other key regulations.
  • Represented clients in labor disputes, wrongful termination cases, and collective bargaining negotiations.
  • Conducted labor law audits, and advised multinational corporations on workforce restructuring.
  • Led regulatory compliance assessments for employment contracts, wages, benefits, and working conditions.
  • Advised on labor-related risk mitigation during mergers, acquisitions, and corporate restructuring.
  • Liaised with labor commissioners and government authorities to resolve compliance matters.
  • Developed HR policies in line with evolving labor laws, including POSH, equal pay, and anti-discrimination measures.

Legal Advisor

West Bengal Housing Infrastructure Development Co-operation Limited
03.2023 - 11.2024
  • Proficient in legal drafting, producing meticulously drafted documents that adhere to legal standards and clarity, ensuring effective communication of complex legal concepts to clients and colleagues during conferences.
  • Drafted legal notices including eviction notices, demand notices and drafted legal opinions on commercial suits and title suits in various forums.
  • Developed strategies and arguments for hearings, trials and appeals.
  • Coordinated with various landlords to draft and negotiate lease agreements.
  • Conducted due diligence for new acquisitions, advising on legal risks, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations.
  • Drafted contracts with third-party solution providers and handled HR issues related to labor law.
  • Negotiated deals on behalf of the company, protecting against legal risks and violations.
  • Managed company confidential information and built strong relationships with legal counsel.
  • Prepared legal documents for court proceedings and evaluated new business partnerships.
  • Represented the company in legal proceedings and advised on regulatory compliance.

Level 2 Associate

C-QUEL MANAGEMENT SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED
3 2022 - 02.2023
  • Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
  • Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating information technology and business services deals and relevant contracts, which include master service agreements, business consulting agreements, and additional requirements on data privacy, information security, insurance coverages, and intellectual property rights assignment.
  • Request for proposals and associated requirements on service levels, insurance coverage, data privacy, and information security, non-disclosure agreements.
  • Vendor Contracts - Reviewing and negotiating - Reseller Agreements, Partnership Agreements, Alliance Agreements, Business Partnership Agreements, Service Agreements, Software License Agreements, Service Level Agreements, Amendments, and Non-Disclosure Agreements.
  • Providing business and legal advice and guidance to internal clients and end users regarding potential issues stemming from new and existing contracts.
  • Managed HR issues related to labor law compliance, and regulatory requirements.
  • Drafted and reviewed employment contracts and workplace policies.
  • Developed strategies for handling employment-related disputes.
  • Conducted legal research on labor law amendments and regulatory changes, and provided guidance on workforce restructuring and employment termination.

Legal Associate

Online Legal India Private Limited
11.2021 - 02.2022
  • Expertise in handling legal matters related to banks, consumer issues, and risk mitigation for secured Non-Performing Assets (NPA) and write-off loan accounts.
  • Implemented risk mitigation policies for banking and financial companies to enhance loan recovery.
  • Proficient in the procedure for liquidation/disposal of secured immovable assets under the SARFAESI Act.
  • Established mechanisms for resolution and risk mitigation of stressed liabilities using legal instruments such as the SARFAESI Act, Recovery Of Debts And Bankruptcy Act, 1993, Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 and Arbitration and Conciliation Act.
  • Skilled in drafting and vetting pre-filling and initiation documents, as well as vendor management and liaising.
  • Advise the banking officials and assisting them in court appearances, advocating for its interests.
  • To scrutinize documents pertaining to secured lending, assisting the business team and credit team on search report , transaction related to mortgage.

Education

LL.M. - Corporate And Financial Law

O.P. Jindal Global University
Sonipat, India

PG Diploma - Corporate Governance

Banaras Hindu University
Uttar Pradesh
02-2023

B.A. LLB - Law

South Calcutta Law College
Kolkata
10-2021

ISC -

Calcutta Girls High School
Kolkata
05-2016

ICSE -

Loreto Day School
Kolkata
04-2014

Accomplishments

  • Winner of Intra College Quiz competition, (general awareness)
  • 1st runners up in Inter College Moot Court in Heritage Law College

Certification

  • Participation in a Cyber Law Workshop hosted by Le Droit India, 2024
  • Certificate to practice law across India by the All India Bar Examination, 2024

Timeline

Legal Associate

Sandip Agarwal & Co., Advocates and Solicitors
11.2024 - Current

Legal Advisor

West Bengal Housing Infrastructure Development Co-operation Limited
03.2023 - 11.2024

Legal Associate

Online Legal India Private Limited
11.2021 - 02.2022

Level 2 Associate

C-QUEL MANAGEMENT SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED
3 2022 - 02.2023

LL.M. - Corporate And Financial Law

O.P. Jindal Global University

PG Diploma - Corporate Governance

Banaras Hindu University

B.A. LLB - Law

South Calcutta Law College

ISC -

Calcutta Girls High School

ICSE -

Loreto Day School

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