Adv. VAISHNAVI CHAVAN
ADVOCATE
MUMBAI
Summary
Dedicated and dynamic Assistant Professor of Law and Independent Practicing Lawyer with a strong academic foundation and courtroom experience. Proficient in teaching core legal subjects and handling a variety of criminal and family law cases. Known for being hardworking, well-organized, and committed to academic excellence, student development, and client advocacy. Skilled in legal research, academic writing, and delivering practical legal insights in both academic and professional settings.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Assistant Professor
Asmita College of Law
08.2023 - Current
- Successfully coordinated and participated in the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) 2-day assessment, including documentation preparation and participated in an interview with the NAAC Committee.
- I teach core law subjects: Criminal Procedure Code (BNSS), Law of Evidence (BSA), Labour Law, and Family Law, with emphasis on conceptual clarity and practical learning.
- Conducted academic research in the taught subjects to contribute to scholarly writing and publication.
- Provide individual mentoring and academic support, significantly improving student performance and engagement.
- Mentor students for Moot Court and Debate Competitions, guiding them in legal research, case structuring, and argument presentation.
- Supervise independent study projects, enhancing students’ legal research and writing skills within and beyond classroom settings.
- Serve as Head of the Cultural Committee, organizing and leading institutional-level events and programs.
- Active member of Students’ Grievance Redressal Cell, Cyber Cell, and Anti-Ragging Cell, promoting a safe, inclusive, and supportive campus environment.
Advocate
Independent Practice
04.2023 - Current
- Actively practicing in Criminal and Family Law across all major judicial forums, including Metropolitan Magistrate Courts, Sessions Courts, Family Court and the High Court.
- Specialize in Domestic Violence cases, Divorce matters, Section 498A IPC cases, Anticipatory and Regular Bail applications as a defence lawyer.
- Handle a diverse range of criminal cases, providing expert legal representation, strategic counsel, and trial advocacy.
- Represent clients in Cheque Bounce cases under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, ensuring effective legal remedy through criminal proceedings.
- Deal with Succession and Inheritance matters under Indian Succession Act, Shariat Application Act & Hindu Succession Act for Hindu, Christian, Parsi and Muslim clients with a focus on wills, letters of administration, and legal heirship.
- Experienced in legal drafting, case preparation, client consultation, cross-examination, and navigating trial as well as appellate court procedures.
- Established trusting relationships with clients by maintaining open lines of communication throughout the entire representation process.
- Delivered friendly service and offered expert support in every interaction.
Junior Advocate
Adv. P. N. Chavan
08.2021 - 03.2023
- Assisted senior advocates in preparing case strategies for optimal outcomes.
- Maintained professional relationships with clients through regular communication and updates on case progress.
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times as required in a Junior Advocate role.
- Drafted precise legal briefs, memoranda, and other essential documents for court proceedings.
Education
L.L.M. - CONSTITUTIONAL LAW
AJEENKYA D. Y. PATIL UNIVERSITY
PUNE 09.2019 - 09.2020
Certificate - C. COURSE IN WATER HARVESTING AND MANAGEMENT
INDIRA GANDHI NATIONAL OPEN UNIVERSITY
DELHI 04.2001 -
B.A. L.L.B - Law
D.E.S. NAVALMAL FIRODIA LAW COLLEGE
Pune 07.2014 - 05.2019
Diploma - GEO-POLITICS & INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
JAGANNATH RATHI VOCATIONAL TRAINING INSTITUTE
PUNE 04.2001 -
Diploma - DIPLOMA IN CYBER LAW
ASIAN SCHOOL OF CYBER LAW
Pune, India 04.2001 -
Skills
- MS Office
- Relativity Tool
- Google Tools
- SharePoint
- Intensive Researcher
- Legal Drafting
- Time Management
- Project Management
- Leadership
- Proof Reading
Certification
Cyber Crime and Law (Asian School of Cyber Law )
Timeline
Assistant Professor
Asmita College of Law
08.2023 - Current
Advocate
Independent Practice
04.2023 - Current
Junior Advocate
Adv. P. N. Chavan
08.2021 - 03.2023
L.L.M. - CONSTITUTIONAL LAW
AJEENKYA D. Y. PATIL UNIVERSITY
09.2019 - 09.2020
B.A. L.L.B - Law
D.E.S. NAVALMAL FIRODIA LAW COLLEGE
07.2014 - 05.2019
Certificate - C. COURSE IN WATER HARVESTING AND MANAGEMENT
INDIRA GANDHI NATIONAL OPEN UNIVERSITY
04.2001 -
Diploma - GEO-POLITICS & INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
JAGANNATH RATHI VOCATIONAL TRAINING INSTITUTE
04.2001 -
Diploma - DIPLOMA IN CYBER LAW
ASIAN SCHOOL OF CYBER LAW
04.2001 -
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