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GRACE JULIET PRAVEENA D
Advocate
Chennai,TN
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Summary
Legal advocate with over seven years of experience at the Bar Council of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. Specializes in litigation strategy and legal research, successfully representing clients in complex cases. Demonstrates proven negotiation skills and expertise in drafting comprehensive legal documents, ensuring compliance and effective outcomes across diverse legal matters.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Advocate
Self
Chennai
05.2024 - Current
- Advised and represented clients in diverse legal matters, ensuring comprehensive support throughout legal processes.
- Drafted and reviewed legal documents, including notices, plaints, written statements, and agreements.
- Represented clients in district courts and tribunals from filing to final arguments.
- Provided legal consultations on property contracts, recovery, and compliance issues, facilitating informed decision-making for clients.
- Conducted case analysis and legal research to develop effective litigation strategies.
- Managed end-to-end case handling, coordinating client counseling and documentation to streamline legal proceedings.
Advocate
Bar Council of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry
Chennai
04.2019 - Current
- Leveraged over seven years of experience in Madras High Court and lower courts in Chennai and Chengalpattu to advocate effectively for clients.
- Represented clients in hearings and negotiations before regulatory bodies.
- Advised clients on legal rights and obligations, ensuring informed decision-making.
- Specialized in drafting and documentation for various legal processes, enhancing clarity and compliance.
- Provided legal opinions based on thorough analysis of case law.
- Achieved AIBE certification, validating legal expertise.
Legal Opinion
Chitra Devi
Chennai
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Issued title verification and legal opinions for nationalized and private banks on secured lending transactions.
- Provided legal opinions on marketable title ownership flow and identified legal risks in compliance with banking regulations.
- Conducted due diligence on property documents, ensuring accuracy of title deeds and encumbrance certificates.
- Examined loan security documents to ensure enforceability and compliance with statutory requirements.
- Reviewed ECS, patta chitta, tax receipts, approved layouts, building plans, and completion certificates to confirm compliance with regulatory standards.
Intern
K.C. Karl Marx (Advocate)
11.2017 - 04.2023
- Managed labor, consumer protection, banking, and family law cases in district courts.
- Drafted legal documents and applications for various cases.
- Conducted case studies and drafted applications while providing client counseling.
- Attended client meetings to understand nuances of attorney-client privilege.
- Observed cross-examinations and chief examinations to understand courtroom procedures.
- Learned mediation processes through observations at district courts.
- Witnessed Lok Adalat proceedings in various district courts.
- Participated in legal proceedings at High Court of Madras.
Intern
A. Ajaya Kumar (Senior Counsel)
06.2014 - 06.2015
- Managed cases at Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) ensuring compliance with legal standards and effective case resolution.
- Attended family court proceedings to understand legal processes and practices, enhancing knowledge for application in future cases.
- Participated in sessions at High Court of Madras and Pondicherry supporting legal research and contributing to case preparation.
Education
LL.M. -
Annamalai University
Chennai01-2022
B.A., B.L. -
Dr. Ambedkar Govt Law College
Pudhupakkam01-2018
HSC -
St. Joseph's Matriculation Higher Secondary School
MaraiMalai Nagar01-2013
SSLC -
St. Joseph's Matriculation Higher Secondary School
MaraiMalai Nagar01-2011
Skills
- Legal research and drafting
- Litigation strategy
- Negotiation and multitasking skills
- Trial preparation
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Quick learning ability
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 10-Nov-1995
- Gender: Female
- Languages - Tamil & English
Timeline
Advocate
Self
05.2024 - Current
Legal Opinion
Chitra Devi
02.2024 - 05.2024
Advocate
Bar Council of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry
04.2019 - Current
Intern
K.C. Karl Marx (Advocate)
11.2017 - 04.2023
Intern
A. Ajaya Kumar (Senior Counsel)
06.2014 - 06.2015
LL.M. -
Annamalai University
B.A., B.L. -
Dr. Ambedkar Govt Law College
HSC -
St. Joseph's Matriculation Higher Secondary School
SSLC -
St. Joseph's Matriculation Higher Secondary School