GAURAV KHANNA
New Delhi
Summary
Experienced legal professional with 17+ years in banking and financial services, focusing on regulatory compliance and dispute management. Currently directing legal strategy for an RBI-regulated institution, advising on complex investment regulations and high-risk disputes. Proven ability to navigate courtroom and in-house challenges, emphasizing governance and legal risk mitigation. Expertise in working with boards, senior management, and regulators to manage regulatory issues and financial risks.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Head – Retail & Corporate Legal
International Asset Reconstruction Company Private Limited
- 02.2026
- Supported legal teams in implementing litigation strategies for over 1.7 million active accounts.
- Assisted in invoking SARFAESI, insolvency recovery, and criminal proceedings before various courts and commissions.
- Facilitated campaigns aimed at improving debt resolution for borrowers.
- Advised senior management on compliance matters related to RBI escalated issues.
- Conducted due diligence on investments to identify potential risks for asset reconstruction companies.
- Coordinated with external counsel to ensure effective legal tools for operations and collections.
- Developed strategies for legal engagement while preserving customer relations in an ARC company.
- Collaborated with team members to meet target results.
Principal Associate
Suri & Company
New Delhi, India
05.2022 - 12.2024
- Oversaw legal guidance for major banks like Deutsche Bank and Citibank during complex legal issues.
- Developed litigation strategies and managed SARFAESI enforcement actions and insolvency proceedings.
- Engaged with senior management to reduce legal risks and improve governance frameworks.
Senior Associate
SNG & Partners
New Delhi, India
10.2014 - 05.2022
- Seasoned legal expert specialising in banking and civil matters. Worked with top banking institutions to draft robust documentation for more effective security enforcement, possession, auction proceedings, and litigation processes. Initiated cases for various private and nationalised banks before the DRT, DRAT, NCLT/NCLAT, and high courts, utilising comprehensive legal knowledge and procedural expertise.
Advocate
Office of Central Government Counsel / Senior Advocates
04.2009 - 10.2014
- Achieved favourable outcomes for Union of India in civil disputes through strategic legal representation.
Delivered effective support in arbitration matters, enhancing government positions across various ministries.
Contributed to successful resolutions before multiple judicial bodies, strengthening legal precedent for future cases.
Education
LL.M. -
Karnataka University
B.A. LL.B. -
Bharati Vidyapeeth University
PuneDiploma - Corporate and Business Laws
Symbiosis Law School
Skills
Governance of external counsel
Strategic litigation planning
Debt resolution strategies
- Consumer dispute resolution in retail lending
- Risk management in insolvency and recovery
Work History
01-2024
Affiliations
Member, Delhi High Court Bar Association | Member, Indian Society of International Law
Timeline
Principal Associate
Suri & Company
05.2022 - 12.2024
Senior Associate
SNG & Partners
10.2014 - 05.2022
Advocate
Office of Central Government Counsel / Senior Advocates
04.2009 - 10.2014
Legal Head – Retail & Corporate Legal
International Asset Reconstruction Company Private Limited
- 02.2026
LL.M. -
Karnataka University
B.A. LL.B. -
Bharati Vidyapeeth University
Diploma - Corporate and Business Laws
Symbiosis Law School