Bohit Sharma
Lawyer
Noida,Uttar Pradesh
Summary
Accomplished legal professional with extensive expertise in IT contracts, software licensing, and cloud computing. Proficient in managing intellectual property, including trademarks, patents, and copyrights. Adept at ensuring data privacy compliance with GDPR, CCPA, and HIPAA regulations. Skilled in cybersecurity and incident response, e-commerce regulations, and employment law advisory. Experienced in corporate governance, risk mitigation, litigation management, and providing legal advisory for tech and business teams. Committed to leveraging legal expertise to support innovative technology solutions while mitigating risks.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Consultant (Accounts & Law)
Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts
New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi
08.2021 - Current
- Drafted and reviewed software licensing agreements, vendor contracts, and MOUs
- Advised on IT law compliance, intellectual property rights, and cybersecurity legal frameworks
- Ensured compliance with data protection laws, privacy policies, and IT governance standards
- Provided legal support in contract negotiations and dispute resolution
- Conducted risk assessments to mitigate potential legal exposure in IT operations
- Facilitated successful negotiations between conflicting parties, achieving mutually beneficial outcomes.
- Devised detailed project plans with clear milestones, encouraging team focus and direction.
Law Consultant (Remote)
Swapnil Agarwal & Co. (CA Firm)
Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh
08.2020 - 07.2021
- Assisted in tax compliance for IT firms and regulatory advisory
- Conducted legal research on corporate taxation and financial regulations impacting IT companies
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by conducting thorough audits and reviews.
- Reviewed company policies regularly, aligning them with changing legal requirements.
- Developed comprehensive business strategies to deliver client objectives.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously whilst ensuring timely completion and quality control.
- Facilitated successful negotiations between conflicting parties, achieving mutually beneficial outcomes.
Legal Consultant
HAQ: Centre for Child Rights
New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi
07.2019 - 06.2020
- Negotiated, drafted, and executed various contracts and agreements
- Provided legal guidance on digital media, online marketing compliance, and IT laws
- Trained government bodies on digital evidence handling and cyber law enforcement
- Conducted thorough due diligence, and mitigation of potential risks achieved.
- Drafted detailed reports on legal proceedings for improved transparency.
Associate Advocate
Chitale Legal
Mumbai, Maharashtra
11.2017 - 02.2019
- Drafted and reviewed Master Service Agreements, Shareholder Agreements, and NDAs
- Ensured corporate compliance with IT laws and statutory obligations for IPOs
- Conducted due diligence on tech startups and SaaS-based enterprises
- Drafted various legal contracts to protect client interests.
- Managed law library, ensuring easy access to resources.
- Stayed updated on new laws and regulations, enhancing legal expertise.
- Ensured compliance with laws by conducting regular audits on firm practices.
Research Associate – Technology & Corporate Law
Securities Exchange Board of India (SEBI)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
05.2017 - 10.2017
- Reviewed stock exchange by-laws and proposed amendments in compliance with IT laws
- Conducted legal research on cyber fraud, insider trading, and fintech regulations
- Maintained meticulous records of all experiments conducted, ensuring transparency and reproducibility.
- Applied advanced statistical techniques to analyse complex datasets, resulting in accurate interpretations.
- Navigated ethical considerations related to human subject research meticulously maintaining compliance with institutional guidelines.
Junior Associate
Chambers of Rahul Tyagi & Associates
New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi
01.2016 - 04.2017
- Assisted in corporate litigation, data breach cases, and IT-related disputes
- Drafted legal documents, including writ petitions, data protection policies, and compliance reports
Education
Master of Laws (LL.M.) - International Business & Trade Laws
Maharshi University of Information & Technology (M.U.I.T.)
Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India 06.2022 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) - Business & Corporate Laws
Kumaun University (K.U.)
Nainital, Uttarakhand, India 01.2012 - 12.2015
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com. Hons.) - Computer Applications
Vinayaka Missions University (V.M.U.)
Salem, Tamil Nadu, India 08.2008 - 07.2011
Skills
- IT Contracts
- Software Licensing
- SaaS
- Cloud Computing
- SLAs
- Intellectual Property Management
- Trademarks
- Patents
- Copyrights
- Data Privacy & Compliance
- IT Act
- GDPR
- CCPA
- HIPAA
- Cybersecurity & Incident Response
- Employment Law Advisory
- Contracts
- Termination
- Corporate Governance & Risk Mitigation
- Litigation Management & Dispute Resolution
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Certification
- Diploma in GDPR, Cybersecurity & Data Protection
- CIPP, CIPM, CAIP
- Advanced Certification in Institutional Finance & Investment Law
- Advanced Certification in FDI & Banking Regulations
- Advanced Certification in Alternate Dispute Resolution
- AIBE Certificate of Practice, Bar Council of India, Delhi
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Urdu
Elementary (A2)
Sanskrit
Advanced (C1)
Custom
- Legal Compliance & Documentation: Operations relating to PFMS (Ministry of Finance), IPO filings, and digital compliance frameworks.
- IT & E-Commerce Law: Assisted in legal aspects of setting up startups, data protection compliance, and technology-driven businesses.
- Government & Tech Regulations: Legal documentation for ABCD (Aatmanirbhar Bharat Centre for Design), ODOP, and National Mission for Manuscripts.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Master of Laws (LL.M.) - International Business & Trade Laws
Maharshi University of Information & Technology (M.U.I.T.)
06.2022 - 08.2023
Consultant (Accounts & Law)
Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts
08.2021 - Current
Law Consultant (Remote)
Swapnil Agarwal & Co. (CA Firm)
08.2020 - 07.2021
Legal Consultant
HAQ: Centre for Child Rights
07.2019 - 06.2020
Associate Advocate
Chitale Legal
11.2017 - 02.2019
Research Associate – Technology & Corporate Law
Securities Exchange Board of India (SEBI)
05.2017 - 10.2017
Junior Associate
Chambers of Rahul Tyagi & Associates
01.2016 - 04.2017
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) - Business & Corporate Laws
Kumaun University (K.U.)
01.2012 - 12.2015
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com. Hons.) - Computer Applications
Vinayaka Missions University (V.M.U.)
08.2008 - 07.2011
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