Monika Thanekar-Chandge
Summary
Accomplished Advocate with over 15 years of comprehensive legal experience spanning litigation, arbitration, conveyancing, criminal law, family law, consumer disputes, and human rights advocacy. Demonstrated expertise in independently managing complex legal matters, delivering strategic courtroom representation, and drafting precise pleadings and agreements. Trusted advisor to individuals, corporations, and NGOs, with a strong reputation for providing pragmatic legal solutions and upholding the highest standards of professional integrity.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Founder
Vidhee Advocates
01.2012 - Current
- Established and managed a Pune-based law firm. Represented clients in civil, criminal, arbitration, and consumer matters. Drafted hundreds of agreements. Supervised a team of associates.
Associate Advocate
Anand Nirmal & Associates
01.2012 - Current
- Engaged in litigation, property transactions, and corporate advisory.
Legal Associate
Sahyog Trust
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Assisted in human rights litigation, PILs, and women's rights matters. Represented underprivileged clients. Conducted awareness programs.
Junior Counsel
Chambers of Adv. Anurag Jain, Mumbai High Court
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Assisted in Maharashtra Administrative Tribunal cases, drafted pleadings, and conducted research.
Education
LL.M. - Alternate Dispute Resolution
Vishwakarma University
01.2025
B.S.L., LL.B. - undefined
Yashwantrao Chavan Law College
01.2007
H.S.C. - undefined
K.V. Pendharkar College
01.2002
Skills
- Legal document drafting
- Effective hearing representation
- Corporate transaction advisory
- Research and writing proficiency
- Analytical problem-solving
- Collaborative decision-making
Affiliations
- Enrolled Advocate, Bar Council of Maharashtra & Goa
- Member, Pune Bar Association
- Appointed Notary Public, Government of India
Training
- Fellowship with Majlis (2009–2010).
- Training on Beggary Prevention Act, Delhi.
- Literacy programs for women prisoners at Yerawada Jail.
- Organized seminars on Domestic Violence, Prisoners’ Rights, Plea Bargaining, and Legal Aid.
Practice Areas & Expertise
Civil & Commercial Litigation, Arbitration & ADR, Conveyancing & Transactional Advisory, Criminal Law, Revenue & Property Law, Debt Recovery & Financial Matters, Family Law, Consumer Protection, Labour & Employment Law, Co-operative Society & Housing Matters.
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Hindi
Upper intermediate (B2)
Marathi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Co-Founder
Vidhee Advocates
01.2012 - Current
Associate Advocate
Anand Nirmal & Associates
01.2012 - Current
Legal Associate
Sahyog Trust
01.2008 - 01.2011
Junior Counsel
Chambers of Adv. Anurag Jain, Mumbai High Court
01.2007 - 01.2008
B.S.L., LL.B. - undefined
Yashwantrao Chavan Law College
H.S.C. - undefined
K.V. Pendharkar College
LL.M. - Alternate Dispute Resolution
Vishwakarma University
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