Manasi Hansa
Legal Professional
Summary
Skilled in navigating the complexities of criminal, corporate, insurance, and consumer laws, as well as commercial contracts, with a strong track record of independently managing and successfully resolving diverse civil and criminal litigation cases.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Officer
Prayas JAC Society
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Represented survivors of child sexual violence in Trial Courts and Delhi High Court, provided counselling and legal support, coordinated enforcement actions with labour law authorities, and led fundraising initiatives.
- Drafted legal documents, ensuring compliance with regulations and organizational policies.
- Reviewed case files and provided legal advice to support client advocacy initiatives.
- Conducted legal research to inform strategic decision-making and policy development.
Independent Legal Consultant
ATP Infra, Asset Zilla, JBSS
07.2021 - 08.2024
- Drafted immigration application on humanitarian grounds for US client, enhancing case presentation.
- Advised UK-based company on director removal, ensuring compliance and mitigating legal risks.
- Drafted Application for Immigration on Humanitarian grounds (USA)
- Advised a UK-based company on the removal of the director.
- Filed trademark for an Indian animation company.
- Secured trademark registration for an Indian animation company to protect its brand identity.
- Drafted J/V agreement between two India-based Companies.
- Drafted an HR policy for a New Zealand-based company.
Associate
Aadhya Legal
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Presented final arguments for HDFC Ergo at NCDRC, securing favorable outcomes in medical insurance claims.
- Final arguments on behalf of ICICI Lombard before the district court in a motor insurance case.
- Final arguments before the Delhi High Court for quashing of bail.
- Regularly represented corporate clients in arbitration proceedings, and drafted applications under section 34/36 of Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.
- Conducted analysis of case files to support client arguments. due diligence for acquiring land in Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh for corporate clients.
- Represented corporate clients in arbitration proceedings, drafting applications under section 34/36 of Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, to protect client interests.
- Conducted
- Prepared interim applications and replications representing flat buyers in a class action suit under 12(1)(c) of the Consumer Protection Act, 1986.
Associate
Tuli and Co.
06.2018 - 09.2018
- Drafted reply and counterclaim for arbitration, IntraHealth Int. Inc. vs Kellton Tech Pvt. Ltd., contributing to case strategy.
- Drafted discovery and perjury application for labour law complaint, supporting legal arguments.
- Researched DGCA guidelines to make a report on safety rules applicable to the aviation sector.
- Prepared report on compensation computation in negligence cases, aiding in legal decision-making.
- Drafted Insurance document for ICICI Bank.
Associate
Bahl Associates
02.2017 - 01.2018
- Represented a corporate client in complaints related to the delivery and possession of a flat before the SCDRC, Delhi and NCDRC.
- Represented corporate client in disputes over delivery and possession of flat before SCDRC and NCDRC, advocating for client’s rights and interests.
- Drafted petition to contest revision of minimum wages in NCT under Minimum Wages Act, 1948, aiming to protect workers' rights and employer interests.
- Drafted applications and represented banks before the Debt Recovery Tribunal.
- Drafted Share Purchase Agreements, General Power of Attorney, Assignment Deeds, and Sale Deeds.
- Represented Moolchand Hospital in criminal complaints involving forgery, criminal breach of trust, and dishonour of cheques, safeguarding hospital's reputation and legal standing.
- Drafted SLP in a matter about adverse possession.
- Drafted appeal under Section 111 of the Electricity Act, 2003, appeal u/s 37(2) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, applications for cancellation of bail, letter of administration.
Junior Advocate
Chambers of Mr.T.S.Bindra
06.2015 - 12.2016
- Represented clients in cases of dishonour of cheques under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, of 1881.
- Advised and represented construction companies in arbitration matters, successfully resolving breach of contract disputes.
- Represented clients in dishonour of cheques cases under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, achieving favorable judgments.
- Represented victims before the MACT under the Motor Vehicles Act, of 1988.
- Advised and represented hospitals in medical negligence cases before the SCDRC, contributing to successful outcomes for clients.
- Represented ‘Coca-Cola India Pvt Ltd’ in a matter related to dual pricing before the SCDRC.
- Drafted complaint under Section 156(3) of the Criminal Procedure Code, 1973.
Associate
MPC Legal
10.2014 - 03.2015
- Calculated advanced tax payable for various companies, resolved service tax issues on cross-border transactions, and drafted appeals to CESTAT.
- Drafted and reviewed legal documents to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Conducted legal research to support case preparation and strategy development.
- Managed client communications, providing updates and addressing inquiries promptly.
Education
LL.M. - Transnational Crime and Justice
United Nations Interregional Crime And Justice Research Institute
Turin, Italy07-2025
Course on Contracts I -
Yale Law School
Coursera 01-2024
B.A. (Hons.) LL.B. - undefined
National Law University
Jodhpur01-2014
Indian School Certificate (ISC) - undefined
Convent of Jesus & Mary
Dehradun01-2009
Skills
Legal Research
Legal Analysis
Regulatory Compliance
Contract Drafting
Dispute Resolution
Timeline
Legal Officer
Prayas JAC Society
09.2024 - 01.2025
Independent Legal Consultant
ATP Infra, Asset Zilla, JBSS
07.2021 - 08.2024
Associate
Aadhya Legal
08.2019 - 06.2021
Associate
Tuli and Co.
06.2018 - 09.2018
Associate
Bahl Associates
02.2017 - 01.2018
Junior Advocate
Chambers of Mr.T.S.Bindra
06.2015 - 12.2016
Associate
MPC Legal
10.2014 - 03.2015
Indian School Certificate (ISC) - undefined
Convent of Jesus & Mary
B.A. (Hons.) LL.B. - undefined
National Law University
LL.M. - Transnational Crime and Justice
United Nations Interregional Crime And Justice Research Institute
Course on Contracts I -
Yale Law School
PRO BONO/NGO WORK
- Bachpan Bachao Andolan, Consultant Advocate, New Delhi, 2018-02, 2018-06, Drafted PII, for the implementation of the Central Sector Scheme., Briefed senior advocate in the matter related to missing children in ‘Netu Thru Rewati v UOI’, which led to the creation of the missing children website in India., Drafted appeal under section 4 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 and section 376, 361 of IPC., Drafted suggestions forwarded to National Human Rights Commission for the alleviation of bonded labourers.
- District Administration, COVID Volunteer, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, 2020-04-01, 2021-05-31, Worked with district administration in organising awareness camps on risk communication for the local population, front-line workers in police and health care organisations, NGOS, Preparatory work in risk management., Coordinated with hospitals, blood banks, and oxygen suppliers and administration of various districts across India., Updated and disseminated information through print and social media.