NEEL MANISH SINAI SALKAR

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I am a results-driven Legal Associate specializing in Corporate Law, Employment Law, and Compliance. I hold a B.A. LLB degree from Symbiosis Law School, Nagpur, where I achieved a CGPA of 7.48.

My professional experience includes a proven track record in various legal areas. As an Associate at Singhania & Co. LLP since July 2024, I have successfully executed rights issues exceeding ₹40 Crores for clients in manufacturing sectors. I have also drafted, reviewed, and negotiated Share Purchase Agreements (SPAs) and Share Subscription Agreements (SSAs) with an aggregate value of ₹138.18 Crore. My work there also involves assisting in the incorporation of companies, drafting vendor contracts, and handling compliance documentation for startups and mid-sized enterprises. I have experience structuring and implementing Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) for tech startups.

Previously, as an HR & Legal Executive at Akasa Air (SNV Aviation Pvt. Ltd) from May 2023 to March 2024, I assisted in drafting employment contracts, workplace policies, and employee handbooks in compliance with Indian labor laws. I conducted research on global HR best practices, developed internal communications on ethics and diversity, and reviewed service agreements, NDAs, and vendor contracts to mitigate legal risks.

My earlier experience includes working as a Legal Researcher for C-HELP Pune, where I conducted in-depth research on health-related policies and laws in India, assisted in creating a timeline for Coronavirus-19 constitutional cases by researching nearly 50 lawsuits, drafted legal memoranda and policy briefs, and assisted in filing PILs related to healthcare discrimination. As a Corporate Law Intern at IC Universal Legal, I researched cross-border M&A regulations, FEMA compliance, and international contract law, prepared standardized contract templates, and assisted in due diligence for corporate matters. I also gained experience assisting Adv. Manish Salkar in drafting various pleadings, writ petitions, and legal notices for civil and criminal cases, and conducted case law research on property disputes, contract breaches, and consumer protection matters.

I possess strong skills in Legal Drafting, Contracts, Corporate Law, M&A, Company Incorporation, FEMA, Due Diligence, Employment Law, HR Policies, Labor Compliance, Legal Research, Litigation Support, and Document Review.

Beyond my academic and professional work, I was the Founder & Advisor of the Cultural Cell at Symbiosis Law School from 2019-2024, where I organized national-level events and mentored junior students. I was also a Member of the Symbiosis Dramatics Society, using performing arts to raise awareness on social issues. I am a Self-Taught Guitarist. I have volunteered for organizations like UNICEF on gender equality and ABHIVYAKTI – Theatre Arts, Goa, using theatre to raise awareness on legal rights.

My certifications include being CDP Certified – Creative Industries and Certified in Communication & Interpersonal Skills from the University of Leeds. I am also pursuing a Creative Writing Certification. I presented a Research Paper on "Misrepresentation of Women in Media, Film & Literature" at an International Gender Equality Conference, and I was a Contributor to the COVID-19 & Constitution Project, where I analyzed and summarized over 50 Supreme Court orders related to the pandemic.

I am proficient in Hindi, with Intermediate knowledge of Marathi and French, and Elementary Konkani.

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