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Researchandpublications
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Charanya Venkateshiah

Bangalore

Summary

Accomplished Legal Assistant with a track record of enhancing client relations, leveraging skills in legal research and negotiation. Excelled in managing contracts, resolving complex issues with a proactive approach. Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Tutor - Math and Legal Studies

Cuemath India Pvt Ltd
Bengaluru
01.2018 - Current
  • Teach Mentoring - enabling the community of teachers to reach their full potential, and build better financial goals for their centers.
  • Guided students in the development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Manager- Client Relations

Crediwatch Information Analytics Pvt Ltd
Bangalore
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Resolved customer complaints and issues promptly, maintaining a positive brand image.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, industry standards.
  • Negotiated contracts and agreements with vendors and suppliers to reduce costs.
  • Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms and pricing.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.

Advisor

Citizens Advice Bureau (Law Society of UK & Ireland)
Worcester
01.2011 - 01.2014
  • Working with clients to solve various benefits related issues
  • Interviewed clients to obtain information about employment history, educational background, and career goals, identifying barriers to employment.
  • Counseled individuals to help overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
  • Compiled and studied educational and economic information to assist individuals in determining vocational and educational objectives.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
  • Completed a course on Universal Credit Briefing funded by the HMRC, UK

Legal Assistant

Chambers of Mr. Sudhakaran B
Bengaluru
01.2005 - 01.2006
  • Researched on real estate property matters and helped in drafting various indentures
  • Organized exhibits and arguments to present evidence on behalf of clients.
  • Analyzed data related to cases for use in research or litigation purposes.
  • Scanned physical documents into electronic format for storage in a secure database system.
  • Researched case law, statutes, regulations and other legal authorities to support assigned tasks.
  • Provided administrative support to boost firm's document production and legal correspondence.
  • Handled telephone calls, meeting plans and conference organization requirements.
  • Reviewed and prepared legal documents, such as contracts.

Intern

Chambers of Poovayya & Co.
Bangalore
12.2001 - 01.2002
  • Prepared reports summarizing project progress and results for management review.
  • Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.

Intern

Chambers of Anand and Anand Advocates
New Delhi
07.2001 - 08.2001
  • Prepared reports summarizing project progress and results for management review.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.

Education

B.A. Ll.B - 5yr integrated course

University Law college
Bangalore
01.2003

Skills

  • Legal Research
  • Legal Drafting
  • Negotiation and Communications
  • Contracts management

Researchandpublications

  • Competition Act, 2002 - an Appraisal, Karnataka Law Journal, 02/15/03
  • Education in India- A Legal Perspective, UN Special Rapporteur, 08/01/00 - 10/31/00, Key member of the Research program
  • Human Rights India Reporter, Centre for Research and Training in Human Rights, Key member of the Editorial team

Nonlegalexperience

Tutor, Cuemath India Pvt Ltd, 01/01/18, Present, Tutoring school children in an after-school Math program, Tutoring children in critical thinking and logical reasoning abilities, Helping them solve real world problems, Teach Mentoring - enabling the community of teachers to reach their full potential and build better financial goals for their centres

Barcouncilenrollmentnumber

KAR/1667/03

Mootcourtsandclientinterviews

  • 6th Annual Bar Council of India Moot Court Competition, NLS, Bangalore, 11/01/02, Semi-finalist
  • 5th Annual Raj Anand All India Moot Court Competition on Intellectual Property, New Delhi, 08/01/02, Participant
  • 2nd National Client Interviewing and Counselling Competition, Kerala Law Academy, Trivandrum, 11/01/01, Participant
  • All India Moot court Competition on Constitutional Law, BILs, Bangalore, 01/01/00, Runner-Up

Activities

  • Model Lok Sabha Competition, YMCA, Bangalore, 12/01/02, Adjudged ‘Best Opposition Member’
  • National Meet on Competition Law, Ministry of Economics and Trade
  • Law Students Association of India, ULC Chapter, Founder member

Languages

Kannada
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Telugu
Proficient (C2)
C2
Tamil
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2

Timeline

Tutor - Math and Legal Studies

Cuemath India Pvt Ltd
01.2018 - Current

Manager- Client Relations

Crediwatch Information Analytics Pvt Ltd
01.2015 - 01.2018

Advisor

Citizens Advice Bureau (Law Society of UK & Ireland)
01.2011 - 01.2014

Legal Assistant

Chambers of Mr. Sudhakaran B
01.2005 - 01.2006

Intern

Chambers of Poovayya & Co.
12.2001 - 01.2002

Intern

Chambers of Anand and Anand Advocates
07.2001 - 08.2001

B.A. Ll.B - 5yr integrated course

University Law college

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