Shilpa Rani
Lawyer
Bengaluru
Summary
Experienced Lawyer with a background in law seeking a challenging position as a Panel Advocate. Proven track record in multiple legal panels. Skilled in litigation, advocacy, and legal counsel. Seeking a challenging role to leverage expertise. Results-oriented with strong communication skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Associate & Partner
Shilpa Rani & Associates
1 2020 - Current
- Legal Documentation: Possessed a comprehensive understanding of the legal framework surrounding business operations. Proficient in drafting, reviewing, and managing a wide range of legal documentation, including contracts, agreements, policies, and procedures. Skilled in ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Managed a diverse litigation portfolio including Consumer Cases, RERA Cases, Writ matters, Civil and Criminal cases, analyzing legal points for contention and defense preparation
- Legal Opinion: Demonstrated ability to conduct thorough legal research and analysis to provide sound legal advice. Successfully prepared and presented legal opinions on complex legal matters, effectively communicating legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.
- Played a pivotal role in developing and implementing robust bylaw frameworks for organizations. Collaborated with stakeholders to define organizational governance structures and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Expertise in drafting, reviewing, and revising bylaws to reflect evolving business needs.
- Advocated and presented cases before Supreme Court, High Court, Karnataka State Administrative Tribunal, District Court, and Labour Courts
- Mentored junior associates, fostering professional growth and helping them reach their full potential.
- Consistently maintained strong relationships with clients, ensuring clear communication and timely updates on project progress.
- Effectively managed multiple competing priorities while maintaining focus on delivering exceptional results for clients and the organization.
- Conducted comprehensive legal research on a wide range of legal topics
- Provided guidance to clients on criminal, civil, and service-related matters.
Associate Counsel
Kanavi & Co
03.2019 - 12.2019
- Represented clients in various court levels including Supreme Court, High Court, District Court, and Labour Courts
- Supported Partners and Senior Associates in High Court proceedings
- Assisted with case preparation, drafting, legal vetting, research, and arbitration
- Drafted legal opinions on Corporate, Civil, Criminal, Contract, and Special Laws
- Conducted extensive legal research on a wide range of legal topics.
Associate Counsel
V Lakshminarayana, Designated Senior Counsel
08.2013 - 10.2018
- Successfully appeared and pleaded in cases before Supreme Court, High Court, District Court, and Labour Courts
- Supported Partners & Senior Associates in the High Court by providing assistance in case preparation, drafting, legal vetting, research, and arbitration
- Drafted legal opinions on diverse aspects of law including Corporate, Civil, Criminal, Contract, and Special Laws, as well as pleadings
- Conducted thorough legal research on various aspects of law to support case strategies
- Managed and advised clients on criminal, civil, and service-related issues
- Conducted legal research and analysis to support complex litigation cases, including drafting motions, briefs, and legal memoranda
- Negotiated and drafted commercial contracts, licensing agreements, and other legal documents on behalf of clients
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to provide legal advice and guidance on regulatory compliance issues and risk management strategies
- Represented clients in negotiations, mediations, and arbitrations to resolve disputes and achieve favorable outcomes.
Asst Manager – Legal & Corporate Affairs
ICICI Lombard General Insurance Company
02.2012 - 04.2013
- Provided legal and corporate advisory services to the organization, resolving issues and preventing unnecessary litigation
- Managed legal cases in different courts in Bangalore, liaising with reputable law firms and counsels to represent the company
- Drafted agreements with clients and employment contracts
- Ensured compliance with recruitment and employment policies, approving or disapproving legal actions against employees as per employment laws
- Conducted correspondence with government authorities/agencies on media and authority-related matters.
Legal Associate
HR Sanjeev Gowda and Associates
03.2011 - 02.2012
- Drafted a variety of suits, complaints, and petitions for submission to lower courts
- Conducted thorough title searches on properties and executed due diligence in accordance with Land Laws
- Drafted and vetted contracts and agreements, including conveyances, sale deeds, lease deeds, and license agreements
- Executed and registered legal documents before the Jurisdictional Sub-Registrar Office.
Education
BAL LLB -
Vivekananda College of Law
04.2001 -
Skills
Negotiation skills
Courtroom advocacy
Constitutional Laws
Civil Laws
Contract drafting
Legal research
Negotiation skills
Litigation strategy
Consumer Laws
Labour & Employment Laws
RERA Matters
Accomplishments
- Serving as a panel advocate for Rajiv Gandhi Rural Housing Corporation Limited (RGRHCL) a Govt. of Karnataka undertaking from 10.02.2020 to present date.
- Serving as a panel advocate for Karnataka State Legal Services Authority (KSLSA) from 01.06.2022 to present date.
- Serving as a panel advocate for High Court Legal Service Committee from 01.06.2022 to present date
- Appointed as an empaneled Mediator for Karnataka State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission from 24.08.2022 for a 5-year period
Timeline
Associate Counsel
Kanavi & Co
03.2019 - 12.2019
Associate Counsel
V Lakshminarayana, Designated Senior Counsel
08.2013 - 10.2018
Asst Manager – Legal & Corporate Affairs
ICICI Lombard General Insurance Company
02.2012 - 04.2013
Legal Associate
HR Sanjeev Gowda and Associates
03.2011 - 02.2012
BAL LLB -
Vivekananda College of Law
04.2001 -
Senior Associate & Partner
Shilpa Rani & Associates
1 2020 - Current
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