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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Reading and Golfing
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Sankalp  Sagar

Sankalp Sagar

Lawyer/Advocate
Chandigarh

Summary

Accomplished Attorney offering 10-year record of supporting clients in legal matters. Communicates clearly and effectively with clients, opposing counsel, jurors and judges. Adept at developing lasting professional relationships. Dedicated legal professional offering expertise in Arbitration, Contract and Criminal law. Proven success in building trusting rapport with clients and offering sound legal advice in clear and universal terms. Hardworking and dedicated to client advocacy.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Litigation Attorney

Offices of Salil Sagar, Senior Counsel
08.2014 - 08.2022
  • Proactively identified trends in case law that may impact ongoing or future litigation matters involving the firm''s clientele.
  • Drafted persuasive motions and briefs, contributing to successful rulings in favor of clients.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with clients throughout the entire litigation process, ensuring they were well-informed about developments affecting their cases.
  • Conducted various Commercial and Constitutional Matters before the various High Courts, Tribunals and Supreme Court of India.
  • Developed knowledge in the filed of commercial, constitutional law, Arbitration law as well as criminal law.
  • Enhanced firm reputation through successful representation in complex litigation matters involving high-profile parties or significant monetary value.
  • Presented compelling arguments during trial proceedings, securing favorable verdicts on behalf of clients.
  • Advised clients on potential risks associated with specific actions or decisions based on thorough evaluation of the legal landscape.
  • Skillfully negotiated agreements between opposing parties, reaching mutually beneficial resolutions without escalating conflicts further into litigation.
  • Participated in mediation sessions, effectively advocating for client interests while working towards amicable resolutions.
  • Conducted thorough legal research to support case arguments and inform litigation strategy decisions.
  • Prepared clients for depositions and trial testimony, enhancing their credibility as key witnesses.
  • Negotiated favorable settlements for clients by leveraging strong communication and persuasion skills.
  • Researched and wrote contracts, agreements and proposals.
  • Analyzed legal documents and identified pertinent issues for clients.
  • Prepared and filed pleadings, motions and other legal documents in court proceedings.
  • Communicated with clients and collected information to research cases and prepare settlement offers.
  • Represented clients in court hearings and in negotiations with other parties.
  • Counseled clients on potential outcomes of legal matters.
  • Drafted motions, petitions and waivers.
  • Developed strategies for court proceedings and negotiations.
  • Explained available courses of action and possible repercussions of cases to clients.
  • Minimized risk exposure through careful advice on business operations and strategic plans.
  • Presented key evidence and exhibits during civil trials.

Corporate Lawyer/Litigation Attorney

Independent Lawyer
08.2021 - 08.2024
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing timely and accurate legal advice on various corporate issues.
  • Conducted comprehensive legal research to support case strategies and provide informed recommendations.
  • Negotiated with opposing groups or individuals to reach resolutions, avoid litigation, and accomplish goals of clients.
  • Acted as liaison between company departments to facilitate seamless coordination during legal projects.
  • Conducted research and analysis of specific legal questions and advised business on variety of legal areas.
  • Advised clients to settle cases in lieu of protracted litigation.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to execute successful mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures.
  • Guided clients through restructuring processes that resulted in improved operational efficiencies.
  • Played an instrumental role in successfully securing favorable settlements during contract disputes negotiations.
  • Mentored junior associates by offering guidance on best practices in corporate law, fostering professional development.
  • Supported clients during litigation proceedings by preparing persuasive arguments and evidence documentation.
  • Managed number of Arbitration claims worth over more than Rs. 50,00,000/-.

Legal Aid Counsel

Punjab and Haryana High Court
01.2022 - Current

On the Panel of Punjab and Haryana High Court Legal Services Committee.

Giving legal aid to various clients who cannot afford litigation expenses.

As a legal aid counsel conducted various Criminal and Civil Matters.

Done various ongoing Criminal Murder Appeals pending in Hon`ble High Court, Bail Matters etc.

Various civil matters involving contracts and appointments (Service Law).

Education

Bachelor of Arts - B.A. Hons. in English

D.A.V. College/Panjab University
Chandigarh, India
07.2011

LL.B. (Bachelor of Law) - Law

Panjab University
Chandigarh
08.2014

No Degree - LAWYER

Called To The Bar
Chandigarh, India
08.2014

Skills

Legal Drafting

Accomplishments

  • Served more than 10 clients per year pro bono.
  • Won Company Litigations in High Court as well as District Courts for major corporations, including M/s Proflex Systems, M/s Khanna Paper Mills, M/s Jagran Engage Limited, Rangi Builders Ltd., R.K. Enterprises Ltd., Metalbox India Pvt. Ltd.and many others
  • Sat as co-counsel in various FULL BENCHES of the Hon`ble High Court, Chandigarh.
  • Sat as assisting counsel in the CONSTITUTION BENCH of the Hon`ble Supreme Court of India- in Civil Appeal 6936/2015 titled as "State of Punjab and Others Vs. Davinder Singh and Others".
  • Conducted various cases independently in the Hon`ble High Courts as well as various Tribunals (NCLT, ARBITRATION etc.)

Languages

Hindi
Advanced (C1)
punk
Advanced (C1)
English
Advanced (C1)

Reading and Golfing

An avid reader of Books and Journals 

And an intermediate Golfer having Handicap of 16

Timeline

Legal Aid Counsel

Punjab and Haryana High Court
01.2022 - Current

Corporate Lawyer/Litigation Attorney

Independent Lawyer
08.2021 - 08.2024

Litigation Attorney

Offices of Salil Sagar, Senior Counsel
08.2014 - 08.2022

Bachelor of Arts - B.A. Hons. in English

D.A.V. College/Panjab University

LL.B. (Bachelor of Law) - Law

Panjab University

No Degree - LAWYER

Called To The Bar
Sankalp SagarLawyer/Advocate