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Bohit Sharma

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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