Rashmi Topno
Ranchi
Summary
Dynamic legal professional with extensive experience at Iota Software Solutions, specializing in e-discovery and cyber incident response. Proven expertise in document review and legal drafting, complemented by strong client interaction skills. Adept at managing high-volume projects while ensuring compliance with confidentiality standards and quality benchmarks.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Legal Consultant
Iota Software Solutions
Mohali
05.2025 - Current
- Conducted relevance, confidentiality, and privilege reviews in support of litigation, investigations and regulatory compliance.
- Engaged in e-discovery and document review projects using Relativity, reviewing large volumes of electronically stored information (ESI).
- Assisted in cyber incident response and data breach matters, including identification, classification and assessment of sensitive and personal data.
- Maintained structured workflows, accurate tagging and timely completion of assignments in high-volume review environments.
- Ensured adherence to confidentiality obligations, data protection standards and quality benchmarks.
- Worked collaboratively with legal, technical and incident response teams under strict timelines.
Legal Associate
Singh Associates & Legal Consultants
Ranchi
06.2024 - 02.2025
- Drafted and vetted pleadings and legal documents for High Court and subordinate court proceedings, including appeals, applications, petitions, and replies.
- Assisted in drafting High Court appeals and subordinate courts filings in civil, criminal and family law matters under the supervision of the handling advocate.
- Conducted legal research and case law analysis to support drafting and litigation strategy.
- Regularly attended court proceedings to observe arguments, understand procedural requirements and assist in case follow-ups.
- Participated in client meetings, assisted in briefing clients and communicated case progress.
- Managed case files, documentation, and compliance with procedural timelines.
Legal Intern
Jharkhand Legal Services Authority (JHALSA)
Ranchi
11.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted in mediation and negotiation processes for dispute resolution.
- Drafted reports on the Legal Services Authorities Act and related rules and regulations.
- Conducted field visits to DLSA and Civil Courts and gained exposure to prison administration.
Legal Intern
Thehraav NGO
Mumbai
08.2023 - 09.2023
- Assisted in legal aid initiatives and online client consultations.
- Prepared reports on mental health-related legal issues and awareness measures.
Legal Intern
Vidhi Associates
Ranchi
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Drafted written arguments, bail petitions, and case briefs to support case strategies.
- Assisted in arbitration matters and drafted loan recall notices to facilitate resolution processes.
- Supported preparation of TSR and RTI documentation for compliance and case management.
Education
LL.M - Criminology
Shoolini University
Solan05.2025
BBA LL.B -
Institute of Legal Studies, Ranchi University
Ranchi07.2024
Class XII -
Bishop Westcott Boys’ School
RanchiClass X -
Loreto Convent
RanchiSkills
- Document Review (E-Discovery)
- Cyber Incident Response
- Data Breach Review
- Relativity (E-Discovery Platform)
- ESI Review & Analysis
- Privilege & Confidentiality Review
- Legal Research
- Legal Drafting/ Documentation
- Case Brief Preparation
- Client Interaction
- Court Procedure Familiarity
- MS Office Suite
- Arbitration & Mediation Basics
Certification
- Certificate Course in Library & Information Science – National Institute of Open Schooling
- Legal Awareness Program – National Law University, Ranchi (NCW collaboration)
- National Seminar: Women in Paramilitary Forces – NLU Ranchi
- Symposium: Gender Equality for a Sustainable Tomorrow – Chotanagpur Law College
Languages
- English
- Hindi
Leadership Achievements Extracurriculars
- Class Representative, Institute of Legal Studies, Ranchi University
- Head Volunteer, Event Management Committee, ILS, RU
- Head Volunteer, World Nature Conservation Day Campaign 2023 – led 100+ tree plantation drive
- Member, College Placement Committee, ILS, RU
- Secured 2nd Position in Article Writing Competition (World Nature Conservation Day, 2023)
- Volunteer, NSS Unit, Ranchi
- Volunteer, Muskurahat Foundation – child education & fundraising campaigns
- Legal Researcher & Content Writer – Juris Centre & Frontier’s Welfare Society
Timeline
Legal Consultant
Iota Software Solutions
05.2025 - Current
Legal Associate
Singh Associates & Legal Consultants
06.2024 - 02.2025
Legal Intern
Jharkhand Legal Services Authority (JHALSA)
11.2023 - 12.2023
Legal Intern
Thehraav NGO
08.2023 - 09.2023
Legal Intern
Vidhi Associates
06.2023 - 07.2023
LL.M - Criminology
Shoolini University
BBA LL.B -
Institute of Legal Studies, Ranchi University
Class XII -
Bishop Westcott Boys’ School
Class X -
Loreto Convent