Farha Ali Gundlur
Legal Counsel
Hyderabad
Summary
Ambitious Legal Advisor with extensive experience in wide variety of disciplines with emphasis in contract management and corporate law. Providing corporate advocacy to meet and exceed organizational plans. Exercised discretion in handling confidential matters. Results-oriented lawyer with 6 years experience of supporting legal issues and analyzing draft legislation. Working knowledge of local, state, federal and international level policies. Excellent judgment to anticipate legal issues or risks.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Lawyer
self
Hyderabad
03.2023 - Current
- Advised clients on corporate governance issues related to compliance with applicable statutes and regulations.
- Represented clients at hearings and trials before judges, arbitrators, or administrative bodies.
- Investigated facts surrounding cases to identify relevant evidence or information needed by attorneys during litigation proceedings.
- Assisted lawyers in preparing closing arguments for trial proceedings.
- Counseled individuals on legal rights concerning personal injury claims or other civil matters.
- Researched and analyzed laws, regulations, and judicial decisions to determine their effect on client matters.
- Prepared construction contracts and agreements.
- Assisted in preparing EPC contracts.
Legal Counsel
Zen3 Infosolutions Pvt ltd
Hyderabad
01.2018 - 12.2021
- Prepared memoranda summarizing relevant laws, regulations and court decisions for management review.
- Reviewed advertising materials for accuracy and compliance with applicable laws before release into the marketplace.
- Conferred with judges and opposing counsel to discuss and settle case disputes.
- Assisted in the preparation of documents necessary for mergers, acquisitions or divestitures involving the company.
- Drafted documents related to client's activities, including statements, contracts and agreements, focusing on readability and enforceability.
- Conducted research on complex legal issues related to the company's operations and industry regulations.
- Advised senior management on corporate governance matters including board resolutions and director responsibilities.
- Provided general legal advice on best practice for compliance, input on business decisions and contract negotiations and legal strategies for litigation and other legal activities.
- Provided legal advice and support to business units on contractual, regulatory and compliance matters.
- Drafted, negotiated and reviewed a variety of commercial contracts, such as service agreements, leases and purchase orders.
- Performed document review activities as part of discovery process in civil cases.
Legal Associate
QuisLex Legal Services Pvt. Ltd.
Hyderabad
06.2015 - 11.2017
- Assisted in the preparation of litigation strategies and trial plans.
- Provided legal advice to clients regarding their rights and obligations under applicable laws.
- Communicated regularly with clients via phone or email regarding updates on their case status.
- Maintained current knowledge of laws to provide clarification on legal concerns.
- Reviewed legal materials for compliance to correct issues.
- Monitored changes in legislation that could affect client's interests or legal procedures.
- Interpreted legal instruments, agreements, memoranda of understanding and internal policies for governing bodies.
- Analyzed complex legal documents such as contracts, leases and agreements.
- Routed contracts, agreements and invoices through proper signature process.
- Participated in meetings with attorneys, clients and other parties involved in a case.
Education
Bachelor of Legislative Law - Law
Mahatma Gandhi Law College
Hyderabad05.2015
Skills
- Arbitration and Litigation
- Mediation
- Intellectual Property Law
- Legal Advisory
- Contract Management
- Construction contracts
- EPC contracts
- Legal drafting
- Vetting
- Legal Research and Review
- Policy Knowledge
- Legal Document Preparation
- Employment and Labor Law
Languages
English, Urdu
First Language
Hindi
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Freelance Lawyer
self
03.2023 - Current
Legal Counsel
Zen3 Infosolutions Pvt ltd
01.2018 - 12.2021
Legal Associate
QuisLex Legal Services Pvt. Ltd.
06.2015 - 11.2017
Bachelor of Legislative Law - Law
Mahatma Gandhi Law College
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