Pradeep V. Khatke
Pune
Summary
To build a progressive career in the legal profession by contributing to constitutional, corporate, and litigation practices. I seek an opportunity in your esteemed law firm to demonstrate my expertise in legal research, drafting, and client consultation, while continuously growing as a legal professional.
Dual-qualified professional with an LL.B. (First Class with Distinction, 71%) from D.G.B. Dayanand Law College, Solapur and an MCA from Shivaji University, Kolhapur. Possesses 2 years of legal consulting experience at Barachare Associate along with prior leadership experience in the IT/software industry as a Team Lead at Asentech Pvt. Ltd., where awarded Best Employee. Skilled in legal research, drafting, and client consultation, complemented by strong technical expertise and cross-domain problem-solving. Recognized for academic excellence with a Certificate of Merit in Drafting and winner of the Constitutional Law Competition 2022 (College Level).
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Legal Associate
Barachare Associate
Solapur
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Provided consultation and advisory services on corporate and constitutional law matters
- Drafted contracts, agreements, legal notices, and petitions for litigation
- Conducted legal research using Manupatra, SCC Online, and IndianKanoon
- Assisted senior advocates in case preparation and strategy development
- Represented clients in preliminary hearings and prepared case briefs
- Law Consulting
Junior Associate Intern
Adv. Puajri & Associates
Solapur
02.2023 - 07.2023
- Assisted in research for 5+ corporate law cases
- Drafted legal notices and agreements under supervision
- Participated in client consultations and prepared case briefs
- Observed High Court proceedings and documented case notes
Team Lead
Asentech Pvt. Ltd.
Pune
01.2014 - 01.2020
- Led cross-functional teams in delivering enterprise IT solutions
- Oversaw project planning, optimization, and client coordination
- Awarded Best Employee for outstanding performance and leadership
- Specialized in web development, troubleshooting, and scalable frameworks
- Mentored junior developers and implemented coding standards for maintainability
- Software Development
Education
LL.B. - First Class with Distinction, 71%
D.G.B. Dayanand Law College
Solapur01.2023
MCA ( Bharti Vidyapeeth ) - Master of Computer Applications
Shivaji University
Kolhapur03-2006
BA -
DBF Dayanand College, Solapur
Solapur01.2003
Skills
- Legal Research Tools
- Documentation
- Court Exposure
- Technical (supportive)
- Investigation skills
- Key client relationships
- Legal document review
- Multitasking capacity
Certification
- Certificate of Merit - Ranked Student in Drafting Subject
- Winner, Constitutional Law Competition 2022 (College Level)
- Best Employee Award - Asentech Pvt. Ltd.
- Recognized for outstanding contribution in Moot Court Society leadership
Leadership And Extracurriculars
- Secretary, Moot Court Society - Organized 5+ inter-college competitions
- Led IT teams of 10+ developers at Asentech Pvt. Ltd.
- Active participant in legal awareness camps and pro bono consultation drives
Degree
LL.B.
Bar Council Registration
MAH/6592/2023
References
- Adv. Barachare Sir
- Adv. Pujari Sir
Training
- Workshop on Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), 2022
- Certificate Course in Cyber Law, 2023
- Seminar on Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), 2021
Publications And Research
- Critical Analysis of Constitutional Amendments in India, College Law Journal, 2022
- Corporate Governance and Compliance in Indian Companies, Presented at National Seminar, 2023
Practice Areas
- Constitutional Law
- Corporate & Commercial Law
- Contract Drafting & Negotiation
- Litigation Support & Case Strategy
- Legal Research & Compliance
Timeline
Junior Associate Intern
Adv. Puajri & Associates
02.2023 - 07.2023
Legal Associate
Barachare Associate
01.2023 - 01.2025
Team Lead
Asentech Pvt. Ltd.
01.2014 - 01.2020
LL.B. - First Class with Distinction, 71%
D.G.B. Dayanand Law College
MCA ( Bharti Vidyapeeth ) - Master of Computer Applications
Shivaji University
BA -
DBF Dayanand College, Solapur