Akash Kashyap
San Francisco
Summary
Qualified Corporate Lawyer with robust legal background and proven track record of successful case management and client representation. Experience in drafting legal documents, litigation support, negotiating settlements, and providing comprehensive legal advice. Demonstrated ability to conduct thorough legal research and apply analytical skills to complex cases.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Guest Lecturer
Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs
05.2024 - Current
- Guest Lecturer on Negotiation and Bargaining for the IICA Certified Mediator Program
Director
Legal Owls Pvt Ltd.
05.2022 - Current
Leading litigation support team in providing direct support to litigators in California, New York, and New Jersey. Drafted motions, pleadings, appeals, along with objections to the same. Assisted in depositions, evidentiary review, trial strategy, legal research, settlement negotiations, and client counselling.
Partner
Kashyap Partners & Associates LLP
12.2017 - Current
- Company Overview: Partnership and operation of a seven-member boutique law firm, operating in Immigration Law, Intellectual Property, Corporate Law, Media Law, and Medical Law
- Partnership and operation of a seven-member boutique law firm, operating in Immigration Law, Intellectual Property, Corporate Law, Media Law, and Medical Law
- Achieved successful client outcomes by identifying and addressing their unique needs and goals.
- Spoke with peers to verify task completion, meeting tight deadlines, and schedules.
- Collaborated with colleagues and support staff to maximize team efficiency.
- Prepared and presented reports on status of projects and initiatives.
Controller, US Trade & Legal Advisory Desk
Kaden Boris Partners
05.2017 - 12.2017
- Company Overview: Operation of the Indo-US and UAE-US desk, engaged in transactional practice as well as legal advisory on the New York and US Federal jurisdictions
- Operation of the Indo-US and UAE-US desk, engaged in transactional practice as well as legal advisory on the New York and US Federal jurisdictions
Associate Attorney
Kaden Boris Partners
12.2016 - 05.2017
- Drafted and negotiated investment agreements, living trusts, and real estate transactions
- Performed copyright registration, land registry, service pitches, and client outreach
Student Associate
The Law Offices of Henry Schwartz
09.2014 - 12.2015
- Drafted legal complaints, medical authorizations, correspondence, appellate motions for the Second Division of the Appellate Department of the Supreme Court and assembled court records
Columnist
Deccan Chronicles
03.2011 - 06.2013
- Wrote a weekly column on gaming in the national paper Deccan Chronicles, syndicated internationally in The Asian Age.
- Increased reader retention by delivering insightful analysis and commentary on important issues affecting the community.
- Enhanced reader engagement by incorporating compelling storytelling and relevant perspectives in columns.
Education
Master of Laws - Business Laws
05-2019
Research Projects:
● Master’s Thesis, Does the First Sale Doctrine exist in any Meaningful Fashion in the Realm of Digital Copyright? – Submitted May 2019
● Research Project, Hegelian Justifications for Patent Protections – Submitted August 2018
● Research Project, Shareholder Primacy vs Stakeholder Approach: A Comparative Analysis of Directors’ Duties – Submitted August 2018
● Research Project, A Comparative Analysis of Free Speech: Creating a Uniform Test – Submitted September 2018
● Research Project, Jurisdictional Issues in Internet Piracy – Submitted September 2018
● Research Project, Use of Copyrighted Music on YouTube – Submitted December 2018
● Research Project, Effect of WTO Principles on Distributive Justice – Submitted December 2018
● Research Project, Significance of Non-Compete Clauses in Mergers & Acquisitions – Submitted January 2019
● Research Project, Constitutional Issues in Goods and Services Tax – Submitted January 2019
● Research Project, Ad Hoc and Institutional Arbitration – Submitted May 2019
Internships:
● Centre for Intellectual Property Research and Advocacy (CIPRA) - Research Intern - Researched issues of Competition Law related to Standard Essential Patents (SEPs).
J.D. - Intellectual Property Law
05-2016
Pro-bono Work:
● Co-Chair, Second Chance Project, Student Liaison – 2014-15
● Volunteer, Second Chance Project – Challenging administrative records in CPS for parents cleared of wrongdoing. – 2013-14
Internships:
● Brooklyn Law Incubator and Policy – Student Associate – Drafted and Reviewed Patent Applications for Indigent Clients
● Indian National Bar Association – Research Intern– Researched comparative issues of medical law.
● Brooklyn Law Alternative Spring Break – Research Intern, Miami Public Defender’s Office – Daubert analysis of DUI evidence
Scholarships:
● Prince Scholarship Recipient – 2014-16
● Carswell Scholarship recipient – 2013-14
Independent Research:
● Legality of Audio Sampling in YouTube Videos – May 2015
● Analysis of the Internet’s Impact on Campaign Finance Regulation – December 2014
● Comparative Analysis of Corporate Campaign Finance Regimes in India and the US – July 2014
Certifications:
● Specialisation in Intellectual Property, Entertainment and Media Law – May 2016
Master of Science - Management And Marketing
05-2013
Research Projects:
● Master’s Thesis, Quantative Analysis of Sony’s Positioning in the Console Market – Submitted August 2013
● Observational Study, Analysis of Organizational Culture in Wal-Mart’s Indian Headquarters – Submitted October 2012
● Observational Study, Analysis of the Operational Management of Earth Builders – Submitted November 2012
● Research Project, Analysis of the Marketing Strategies used in Summertime Theatrical Releases – Submitted February 2013
● Research Project, Marketing Strategy of Mountain Dew – Submitted September 2012
● Research Project, Strategic Positioning of Nintendo in the Console Market – Submitted August 2012
Bachelor of Science - Applied Physical Sciences
05-2012
● Chief Adjudicator & Head of Organizational Committee, Kremlin National Parliamentary Debate, Jesus & Mary College, 2012.
● Best Interjector, Tantra Extempore Debate, Hindu College, 2011.
● Best Interjector, Miranda House Festival Debate, 2011.
● Best Interjector, Tantra Extempore Debate, Hindu College, 2010.
● Best Interjector, Shri Vivekananda Memorial Debate, IILM College, 2010.
● Second Place, Shri Vivekananda Memorial Debate, IILM College, 2010.
● Best Speaker, Tantra Extempore Debate, Hindu College, 2010.
● Head of Tabulation, Premchand Memorial International Debate, Hindu College 2009.
● Best Interjector, Tantra Extempore Debate, Hindu College, 2009.
● Best Speaker, TERI Parliamentary Debate, TERI University, 2009.
● Finalist, Delhi University Debaters League, Hindu/Ramjas/Kirori Mal Colleges, 2009.
● Best Speaker, Indraprastha College, Fresher’s Debate, 2008.
Photography Award:
● Honourable Mention, SNAP International Photography Competition, 2011.
Writing Award:
● Best Story, Bacchanalia, Literary Fest, New Delhi, 2012.
Positions:
● Vice President of the Hindu College Film & Photography Society, 2010 - 2012.
● Organizing Member Hindu College English Debating Society, 2008 - 2012.
Skills
- Litigation
- Litigation Prep
- Immigration
- Dispute Resolution
- Corporate transactions
- Mediation & Negotiation
- Intellectual property
- Cross-cultural communication
- Legal evaluation
- Case analysis
- Legal case management
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Commercial litigation experience
Bar Memberships & Associations
Bar Memberships & Certifications
· New York State Bar – Member in Good Standing since April 2017
· New Jersey State Bar – Member in Good Standing since June 2019
· Washington DC Bar – Member in Good Standing since December 2019
· Bar Council of India – Member in Good Standing since October 2017
· Indian Institute of Arbitration & Mediation – Certified Commercial Mediator since November 2019
· UGC NET Qualified – Political Science 2021 [99.3533321th percentile]
Professional Associations & Memberships
· American Bar Association
· American Immigration Lawyers Association
· Indian Association of Arbitration & Mediation
· Mumbai Centre for International Arbitration
Timeline
Guest Lecturer - Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs
05.2024 - Current
Director - Legal Owls Pvt Ltd.
05.2022 - Current
Partner - Kashyap Partners & Associates LLP
12.2017 - Current
Controller, US Trade & Legal Advisory Desk - Kaden Boris Partners
05.2017 - 12.2017
Associate Attorney - Kaden Boris Partners
12.2016 - 05.2017
Student Associate - The Law Offices of Henry Schwartz
09.2014 - 12.2015
Columnist - Deccan Chronicles
03.2011 - 06.2013
National Law School of India University - Master of Laws, Business Laws
Brooklyn Law School - J.D., Intellectual Property Law
Lancaster University UK - Master of Science, Management And Marketing
University of Delhi - Bachelor of Science, Applied Physical Sciences
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