Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/ PUBLICATIONS
MOOT COURT EXPERIENCE
POSITIONS OF RESPONSIBILITY
ADDITIONAL COURSES
Certification
Interests
Timeline
HARIT BEHL

HARIT BEHL

LEGAL ASSOCIATES
MOHALI

Summary

I am a Post Law Graduate Professional with 4+ years of PQE, who plans, prioritizes, managed and completes tasks within deadline-driven situations. Possesses excellent research analytical skills, along with a commitment to upholding justice and advocating for clients' rights. Adept at conducting legal research, analyzing cases, and interpreting statutes and regulations. Eager to contribute to a fair legal system and gain practical experience in a professional legal setting.

Legal professional with significant experience in legal research, drafting, and client consultation. Strong focus on team collaboration, ensuring reliable support and adaptability to changing needs. Skilled in contract negotiation, litigation support, and regulatory compliance. Known for delivering results through analytical thinking and effective communication.

Work History

Legal Associate

Advocate Piyush Jain and Associates
Mohali
08.2024 - Current
  • Handle litigation for the Criminal, Civil, Banking Laws, Consumer Disputes, RERA, SARFAESI Act including drafting.
  • Handled complex immigration cases, including judicial reviews for bans and refusals under Canadian immigration law.
  • Assisted clients in preparing comprehensive submissions and documentation for immigration applications, appeals, and reconsiderations.
  • Acted as a paralegal in legal matters presented before the Court of King’s Bench of Alberta and other judicial bodies.
  • Managed litigation cases, including court filings, scheduling, and ensuring compliance with procedural requirements.
  • Drafted legal notices, contracts, and agreements with a focus on precision and adherence to Canadian legal standards.
  • Prepared detailed memos, client affidavits, and supporting documents for court proceedings and administrative tribunals.
  • Maintained consistent communication with clients, providing updates and resolving queries regarding their cases.
  • Assisted in managing firm operations, including documentation, filing processes, and maintaining case records.
  • Guided junior staff and interns in preparing case files, legal research, and drafting assignments.
  • Advised clients on Canadian regulatory requirements for immigration and business operations, minimizing risks and ensuring compliance.
  • Conduct title search, due diligence for various property types, considering regional legal requirements and nuances.
  • Provide legal advice and transactional support to the business team to ensure smooth operations. Develop, review, and maintain standard legal templates, agreements, and documentation guidelines.

Senior Associate

Kshetry and Associate Kolkata
Kolkata
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Represented clients in civil and criminal cases across various courts, including trial courts, high courts, and tribunals, ensuring effective case strategies.
  • Conducted client meetings to understand legal needs, provided expert advice, and developed tailored solutions to address their issues.
  • Prepared, reviewed, and finalized pleadings, affidavits, legal notices, contracts, and other legal documents with precision and attention to detail.
  • Appeared in court hearings for arguments, filing petitions, and ensuring compliance with procedural requirements.
  • Conducted in-depth legal research, analyzed case laws, and drafted memos to support litigation strategies and strengthen arguments.
  • Engaged in mediation and settlement negotiations to resolve disputes outside the courtroom, ensuring favorable outcomes for clients.
  • Assisted clients in navigating regulatory compliance, reducing legal risks, and managing legal audits effectively.
  • Supervised junior associates and interns, providing guidance on legal drafting, research, and case preparation.

Analyst/ Examiner & COE (Trademark)

Office of CGPDT, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, Ministry of Commerce & Industry
Nagpur
06.2023 - 05.2024
  • Conducting detailed examinations of trademark applications to assess their compliance with the Trade Marks Act, 1999 and Rules thereunder, analyzing the distinctiveness, potential for confusion, and any conflict with existing trademarks to ensure the protection of intellectual property rights and adherence to legal standards.
  • Preparing comprehensive examination reports and issue official Communications to applicants or their agents, outlining the grounds for objections, if any, and providing guidance on the rectification of discrepancies in trademark applications.
  • Engaging in continuous legal research to stay updated with the latest Developments in trademark law, both nationally and internationally and providing expert advice and opinions on complex trademark cases and contribute to policy development within the CGPDTM.
  • Maintaining and updating the electronic records of trademark applications, registrations, and related documents Monitoring the quality of trademark examinations and related processes to ensure compliance with legal standards and internal guidelines.

Practicing Advocate

High Court and District & Sessions’ Court
Jind
12.2020 - 06.2023
  • Represented clients in criminal cases, matrimonial disputes, and miscellaneous legal matters at both the District and Sessions Court and the High Court in Delhi.
  • Provided expert legal advice, prepared and filed legal documents, and advocate on behalf of clients to protect their legal rights and obtain the best possible outcomes.
  • Conducted comprehensive case research, including reviewing legal precedents, gathering evidence, and preparing case strategies Managed all phases of the litigation process from initiation to completion, ensuring meticulous attention to detail and adherence to procedural requirements.
  • Assisted clients in presenting their cases effectively before mediators, emphasizing negotiation and settlement to avoid prolonged litigation where possible Engaged in ongoing legal research to stay abreast of the latest developments in criminal law, family law, and other relevant legal areas.

Internship Student

Chambers of Advocate Mr. Sanjeet Malik, District Court, Jind
Jind
06.2020 - 06.2020
  • Conducted research on various topics, statutes, regulations, and case laws to provide accurate and up-to-date information for ongoing cases Assisted in reviewing legal documents, contracts, agreements, and court filings.
  • Analyzed case documents, evidence, and precedents to help attorneys build strong case strategies.
  • Attended court proceedings, hearings, and trials to observe legal proceedings.
  • Assisted the mentor in administrative working, ensuring smooth running of the office and got hands of experience in using various government portals and for retrieving data.
  • Closely monitored the on-going cases of clients and took necessary actions for the favorable conditions Assisted in reviewing legal documents, contracts, agreements, and court filings.

Education

LL.M. - Corporate and Business Laws

MDU, Rohtak, Rohtak
01-2023

GPA: 69.8%

B.A./LL.B. (Hons.) -

MDU, Rohtak, Rohtak
01.2020

GPA: 61.41%

Higher Senior Secondary (Class XII) - Affiliated to State Board

Govt. Sr. Sec. School, Jind, Jind
01.2015

GPA: 67%

Senior Secondary (Class X) - Affiliated to State Board

Gurukul Vidya Peeth, Jind, Jind
01.2013

GPA: 64.8%

Skills

EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/ PUBLICATIONS

Published a research paper titled “Police Brutality – The Increasing Hitch” published in Madhya Bharti – Humanities and Social Sciences (UGC Care Group 1 Journal) Presented a Paper in an Seminar on “How Modern Aspects of Adultery Affect the Women’s Life” organized by MDU, Rohtak on Mar. 11, 2019 Presented a paper on “Gender Discrimination” organized by District Legal Service Authority, Rohtak Attended International Seminar on “Strategic Law suits against Public Participation” organized by World Law Forum (New Delhi) on Sep. 20, 2018 Attended National Seminar on “Role of Bar and Bench in Social Engineering” organized by Youth Bar Association of India Participated and presented a Paper in Legal Awareness Camp held at Jyoti Parkash Senior Secondary School, Rohtak on Feb. 08, 2018 Participated as Adjudicator in National Oxford Union Debate on “Power of People” organized by Literary and Debate Society, Symbiosis Law School, Hyderabad Recipient of Excellence Award in Artificial Intelligence Technology and Cyber Law Challenges Presented research paper titled “AI and Consumer Protection Laws: The Need for a New Approach” organized by V.S.S.D

MOOT COURT EXPERIENCE

  • Participated in “2ndNational Moot Court Competition, 2018”organized by Swami Devi Dyal LawCollege, Panchkula
  • Participated in “Moot Court Competition”organized by Vaish College of Law, Rohtak

POSITIONS OF RESPONSIBILITY

  • Convener, Moot Court Society, MDU, Rohtak (2019-2020)
  • Member, Organizing Committee, Zonal Level Youth Festival, 2017
  • Court Master, “International Moot Court Competition, 2016”

ADDITIONAL COURSES

  • Course in Cyber Law, from Black Law Legal,April, 2020
  • Course in IPR Law, from Black Law Legal, April 2020
  • Course in GST Account Assistant, from PMKVY, March, 2018
  • Course in Computer Applications, from SIBS. October, 2011

Certification

Research paper published "Police Brutality - The Increasing Hitch" published in Madhya Bharti UGC Care Group 1 Journal.

Interests

Reading, traveling, swiming and movies

Timeline

Legal Associate - Advocate Piyush Jain and Associates
08.2024 - Current
Senior Associate - Kshetry and Associate Kolkata
06.2024 - 08.2024
Analyst/ Examiner & COE (Trademark) - Office of CGPDT, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, Ministry of Commerce & Industry
06.2023 - 05.2024
Practicing Advocate - High Court and District & Sessions’ Court
12.2020 - 06.2023
Internship Student - Chambers of Advocate Mr. Sanjeet Malik, District Court, Jind
06.2020 - 06.2020
MDU, Rohtak - LL.M., Corporate and Business Laws
MDU, Rohtak - B.A./LL.B. (Hons.),
Govt. Sr. Sec. School, Jind - Higher Senior Secondary (Class XII), Affiliated to State Board
Gurukul Vidya Peeth, Jind - Senior Secondary (Class X), Affiliated to State Board

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