Arafat Wasim Siddiqui
Hyderabad
Summary
Dynamic legal professional with a proven track record at Axis Energy Ventures India Private Limited, showcasing expertise in legal case management and a keen analytical mindset. Excelled in high-stakes litigation and complex contract negotiations, blending problem-solving abilities with effective teamwork. Achieved significant advancements in land acquisition processes, demonstrating adaptability and attention to detail.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager-Legal
Axis Energy Ventures India Private Limited
Hyderabad
12.2022 - Current
- Coordinating with external counsels for preparation and review of land due diligence report for land acquisition
- Coordinating with Client and their legal team for legal clearance and subsequent transfer of lands for wind and solar parks developed by the Company
- Coordinating with various stakeholders, internally and the Client for corporate Due Diligence of SPV's
- Drafting, vetting, and negotiating commercial Contracts and assisting in internal and external compliances
- Coordinating with local counsels on existing litigation and filing of new cases for appropriate remedy
Principal Associate
The Law Chambers
Hyderabad
07.2018 - 11.2022
- Conducting civil/criminal litigation for the firm in Supreme Court of India, Telangana High Court, District Courts based in Hyderabad and adjoining areas and National Company Law Tribunal
- Handling corporate arbitration
- Land acquisition and Real Estate advisory
- Drafting, Vetting and negotiating commercial contracts
- Conduct land title investigation and preparing due diligence reports
Senior Associate
Trans-India Law Associates
Delhi
01.2017 - 06.2018
- Senior Associate assisting clients in complying with IREDA rules and guidelines
- Conducting Title Survey of land properties to minimize risk in land procurement
- Due Diligence and compliance of various corporate clients working in renewable energy sector
- Work also involved assisting clients in project finance which requires close coordination with Lenders legal counsels
Associate Advocate
Chamber of Mrs Anjana Gosain
New Delhi
03.2016 - 01.2017
- Assist in the preparation of case notes and research
- Interact with various departments and ministries of the Government of India, and various state governments, in cases where legal counsel and representation are required
- The area of work includes Constitutional Law, Arbitration, Contract Law, Property and Land Laws, aviation disputes, crimes against the state, and cases pertaining to the armed forces and NSG
- Also assisted Senior Counsels in various high-stakes cases before the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India and the Hon'ble High Court of Delhi
Associate Advocate
Chambers of Advocate Akhilesh Tripathi
Allahabad
10.2013 - 02.2016
- Responsible for providing legal assistance and research in civil and criminal cases
- Providing legal advice to corporate offices in various legal and labor dispute issues
- Appearing before various courts and tribunals, assisting senior advocates in several high-value trials involving constitutional and service law matters
Education
LL.B. -
Faculty of Law, Delhi University
Delhi01.2013
B. Com -
Faculty of Commerce, Allahabad University
01.2008
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Attention to detail
- Written communication
- Legal research
- Conflict resolution
- Legal case management
- Adaptability
Publications
- Arbitrability of Leases: A Needless Reference, 04/04/20, Live Law
- Foreign Judgments On Matrimonial Disputes And Their Enforceability In India, 10/08/20, Live Law
- Best legal practices in land acquisition for solar/wind projects, 01/08/18, Energy Next, Published by IREDA
Languages
- Hindi, First Language
- English, C2 Proficient
Professionalaffiliation
- Bar Council of Delhi, Advocate, D/3875/2013
- All India Bar, Certificate of Practice, COP/2014/49048
Timeline
Manager-Legal
Axis Energy Ventures India Private Limited
12.2022 - Current
Principal Associate
The Law Chambers
07.2018 - 11.2022
Senior Associate
Trans-India Law Associates
01.2017 - 06.2018
Associate Advocate
Chamber of Mrs Anjana Gosain
03.2016 - 01.2017
Associate Advocate
Chambers of Advocate Akhilesh Tripathi
10.2013 - 02.2016
LL.B. -
Faculty of Law, Delhi University
B. Com -
Faculty of Commerce, Allahabad University
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