Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Manager (Legal)
Tribal Co-operative Marketing Development Federation of India Limited (TRIFED)
03.2021 - Current
Key Achievements: Successfully Resolved an Arbitration Case Valued at INR 4.71 Cr and INR 78 Lacs
Modernized Case Records on the Legal Information Management & Briefing System (LIMBS)
Adhered to the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) guidelines by successfully procuring services, goods, & works, including the engagement of consultancy services from Pricewaterhouse Coopers (PwC) Pvt
Ltd
For FY '22 - '23 & '23 - '24, as well as security agencies
Conducted Disciplinary Proceedings as an Inquiry Officer while ensuring fair & impartial procedures
Managed Sexual Harassment Cases under the POSH Act, 2013
Recruited Retired Government Servants as Consultants and leveraging their expertise and experience to benefit the organization
Headed as a member in several tender committees, participating in the selection and hiring processes for contractual employees through Government e-Marketplace (GeM) and the construction of a TRIFOOD Park worth INR 6 Cr
Meticulously ensured the timely completion of statutory, internal, and Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) audits for both the Head Office and Regional Offices, covering fiscal years 2020-21, 2021-22, and 2022-23
Acted as Central Public Information Officer under the RTI Act, 2005
Drafted, vetted, and reviewed over 100 MoUs and agreements with government agencies and NGOs, ensuring legal compliance and alignment with organizational objectives.
Civil Judge (Junior Division)
Bihar Judicial Service
03.2018 - 03.2021
Key Achievements: Skillfully managed civil and criminal trials, particularly focusing on resolving long-standing cases spanning 10, 20, or even 30 years
Successfully disposed of a significant number of both civil and criminal cases, setting a new record for case resolution
Conducted 3 Magisterial Inquiries into cases of custodial deaths, ensuring thorough investigations
Held the position of Presiding Officer in both the Court of Judicial Magistrate First Class and the Court of Additional Munsif, presiding over civil and criminal trials
Administrative and IT Management: Assumed the role of Nodal Officer for Information Technology at the District Courts in Supaul, Bihar, overseeing IT-related matters
Led a committee dedicated to the efficient disposal of old and historical records
Conducted a wide range of responsibilities, including overseeing DNA profiling, inspecting courts, and handling various administrative duties.
Reviewed legal documents and memos to make determinations on pre-trial issues, motions, and final rulings.
Administrative Officer (Legal)
United India Insurance Company Ltd.
10.2012 - 03.2018
Key Achievements: Legal Database Management, Legal Collaboration and Advocacy
Developed a comprehensive database comprising 300 service-related cases, providing concise case summaries for the benefit of top management
Collaborated with Senior Advocates at both High Courts and the Supreme Court to address legal matters
Contract Drafting and Management, HR Legal Affairs and Agreements
Drafted agreements, including the one with Policy Bazar, demonstrating contract drafting skills
Managed HR legal affairs at the Corporate Office of a Central Public Sector Undertaking, involving the drafting and vetting of MOUs and agreements with insurance brokers, government agencies, and departments
Expertise in Legal Matters
Expertise in matters related to the Right to Information Act, 2005, and vigilance matters.
Advocate
Bar Council of Delhi
08.2008 - 10.2012
Legal Appearances, Legal Practice Areas
Represented clients in various courts, including District Courts, Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), Railway Claims Tribunal (RCT), Debt Recovery Tribunal (DRT), and the High Court of Delhi
Demonstrated proficiency in independently managing cases across civil, criminal, and service law domains
Specialized in legal drafting and vetting, with a primary focus on these core aspects during advocacy practice.
Education
Master of Laws - Laws
Maharashtra National Law University
Nagpur, India
01.2025
LL.M. (Labour Laws) -
Acharya Nagarjuna University, Guntur (A.P.)
01.2017
PG Diploma in Corporate Laws and Management -
Indian Law Institute, New Delhi
01.2010
L.L.B. -
Banaras Hindu University
01.2008
Skills
Civil and Criminal Law
Government Affairs & Relationships
Public Policy & Strategy Planning
Stakeholder Management & Relations
Multi-Jurisdictional
Litigation Management
Large-scale Contract Negotiation
Compliance Management
Labour & Employment Laws
Prevention of Sexual Harassment at Workplace, act (POSH Awareness)
Strategic & Corporate Alliances
Legal Interpretation & Analytics
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
Arbitration Case Resolution
Legal Research and Writing
Intellectual Property Rights (Trademark & Geographical Indication)
Engineer (Instrumentation, Electrical, Mechanical) at AMUL India (Panchmahal District Co-operative Milk Producer Limited)Engineer (Instrumentation, Electrical, Mechanical) at AMUL India (Panchmahal District Co-operative Milk Producer Limited)