SHASHANK SHARMA
Lawyer
Jaipur,RJ
Summary
Dynamic litigation advocate with over eight years of experience in civil and commercial disputes, specializing in Trademark Law, contract structuring, and procedural strategy under the Civil Procedure Code, 1908. Proven expertise in intellectual property enforcement, commercial documentation, and comprehensive litigation management enhances the ability to navigate complex legal challenges effectively. Recognized for exceptional drafting skills, meticulous procedural adherence, and rigorous analytical research across both contentious and advisory mandates. Committed to delivering strategic legal solutions that drive successful outcomes for clients while fostering strong professional relationships.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Contracts Specialist (Hybrid)
Evoltsoft Technologies
09.2024 - Current
- Draft and negotiate software development, SaaS, licensing, SLA, cloud services, and data protection agreements.
- Structured a comprehensive Software Perpetual License Agreement framework.
- Designed enforceable indemnity, liability cap, IP ownership, and dispute resolution mechanisms.
- Coordinated with external counsel for regulatory and contractual compliance.
Practicing Advocate
Self Employed
08.2022 - Current
- Represent clients in civil and commercial disputes before Trial Courts and the High Court.
- Draft plaints, written statements, interim applications, counterclaims, and execution petitions under CPC, 1908.
- Advise on trademark infringement exposure and enforcement strategy.
- Deliver structured legal opinions on commercial and IP matters.
- Drafted comprehensive legal documents such as pleadings, motions, briefs, contracts, wills, and trusts for various clients.
Associate Advocate
S. Kasliwal & Associates
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Drafted pleadings and applications in commercial litigation.
- Assisted in litigation strategy development and procedural compliance.
- Conducted advanced case law research in trademark and civil disputes.
Advocate – Litigation Practice
Advocate Sanjay Jain & Associates
01.2017 - 12.2020
- Managed 30+ civil and criminal matters, including trial preparation and bail applications.
- Drafted agreements, petitions, affidavits, and statutory notices.
- Assisted in jurisdictional challenges and procedural objections.
Assistant Advocate
Tej Prakash Sharma & Associates
06.2015 - 11.2016
- Assisted in drafting pleadings and legal documentation.
- Conducted statutory and precedential research.
- Coordinated documentation and trial preparation processes.
Education
Legum Baccalaureus - Civil And Criminal Laws
Vidyasthali Law College, University of Rajasthan
Mansarovar, Jaipur, Rajasthan 04.2011 - 06.2014
The Company Secretary(Executive Level) - Company Law
The Institute of Company Secretaries of India
Jhalana Doongri,Jaipur Chapter 01.2013 - 12.2013
BBA - Business Administration
Poddar International College, University of Rajasthan
Mansarovar, Jaipur 04.2007 - 06.2009
Skills
Contract drafting
Legal compliance
Negotiation techniques
Document review
Certification
Certificate in Contract & Agreement Drafting – Henry Harvin
Practice Focus
Trademark prosecution, opposition, rectification & infringement actions, Passing off actions and enforcement strategy, Cease-and-desist notices & pre-litigation advisory, Trademark search analysis & registrability opinions, Software licensing (perpetual & subscription models), SaaS, cloud services & SLA frameworks, Data processing & confidentiality agreements, Indemnity, limitation of liability & dispute resolution structuring, Interim injunctions (Order XXXIX CPC), Rejection of plaint (Order VII Rule 11 CPC), Execution proceedings & decree enforcement, Jurisdictional objections & procedural compliance, Comprehensive drafting: plaints, written statements, counterclaims & applications
Timeline
Contracts Specialist (Hybrid)
Evoltsoft Technologies
09.2024 - Current
Practicing Advocate
Self Employed
08.2022 - Current
Associate Advocate
S. Kasliwal & Associates
07.2021 - 07.2022
Advocate – Litigation Practice
Advocate Sanjay Jain & Associates
01.2017 - 12.2020
Assistant Advocate
Tej Prakash Sharma & Associates
06.2015 - 11.2016
The Company Secretary(Executive Level) - Company Law
The Institute of Company Secretaries of India
01.2013 - 12.2013
Legum Baccalaureus - Civil And Criminal Laws
Vidyasthali Law College, University of Rajasthan
04.2011 - 06.2014
BBA - Business Administration
Poddar International College, University of Rajasthan
04.2007 - 06.2009