Shweta Gujar Mane

· Preparing, negotiating and drafting of various agreements viz. For Pharmaceutical Sector In-Licensing & Out-Licensing Agreements, Term sheets, Distribution and Supply Agreements, P2P Agreement, Contract Manufacturing Agreements, Manufacturing and Supply Agreement, Cord Blood Storage Agreements, Loan & Licensing Agreements; For Clinical Trial Sector, Master Service Agreements, Clinical Trial Agreements, Statement of Work, Work Orders, Change Orders.

· Liaising with Counsels, Advocates & Lawyers and have worked on litigation with respect to Breach of Contracts, Infringement of Intellectual Property Rights and Passing Off under Trade Marks Act;

· Liaison with International lawyer and brief for Arbitration Proceedings under ICC.

· Attended Arbitration hearings in Delhi & Hyderabad for matters under Arbitration and conciliation Act, 1996;

· Attended Consumer Forums, Magistrate Court for Cheque bouncing cases and Small Cause’s court;

· Advising on brands and assist in search, filing, and protecting companies’ trademarks, preparing replies, User Affidavits and counter statements in case of objections and oppositions. Represent organisation and attend hearing whenever due;

· Conducting Legal Compliance evaluation of various internal groups for ISO 140001-2015 TUV (Environment) Audit and British Safety Council - OHSAS 18001 (Safety) Audits;

· Representing Legal Group during Audits, preparing audit reports, following up for closing of open points etc.;

· Providing legal support for the day-to-day operations of the business and interacting effectively with all levels within the organization. Support the Legal Head on various projects of the Law Department and the business.

• Drafting, vetting and negotiating various Agreements like In/Out License Agreement, Development Agts., Master Service Agreement (Clinical Trial / Non Clinical Trial), Manufacturing and Supply Agreement, Confidential Disclosure Agreement, Consultancy Agreement, Agency and Distribution Agreement, Liasioning Agreement, Retainer Agreement, Agreements related to product development, POA, Loan recovery, etc.
• · Collaborate with Business Development, Project Finance and sale team as well as with supporting areas (Finance, Admin, Accounting & HR) advising on legal risks, business strategies and other issues related to the Company’s businesses.
• · Periodic review of all standard templates and suggest amendments and suggest management on risk mitigating measures.
• · Assist Sr. General Manager and General Counsel in reviewing of data, agreements, conduct due diligence and prepare management reports in merger and acquisition deals.
• Advising on general business law issues and managing the legal issues of all areas of the company, including but not limited to corporate matters, procurement, safety, security, insurance and sustainability issues.
• Worked independently and as a team member in reviewing and negotiating agreements with global customers.
• Delivered high-quality work under deadlines.
• Proactively reviewed the existing templates / agreements and highlight clauses that are required to be amended in the existing LSA's.
• Imparted training to the other departments on following the SoP for contracts.
• Suggested to follow the internal process for tracking and completion of tasks.
• Co-ordinated with cross function teams for discussion till execution of Agreements.
• Maintained Contract Management Tool.
• Periodically conducted legal compliance audit of Manufacturing Plant, CnF Agent and Marketing Agent;
• Supported other cross functional departments finance, marketing, regulatory, etc.

■ To ensure the compliances as per the laws of various countries in Agreements & Trademarks.

■ Drafting of powers of Attorney, Letters to the Government and Regulatory Authorities.

■ Drafting and Evaluating the HR Policies and HR related works.

■ Assisting the Chief Risk & Compliance Officer for the due diligence of the Company including its subsidiaries.

■ Preparing and maintaining the MIS and legal database globally to keep a track on the expiry and/or renewals of the Contracts.

To do research work on the legal issues related to the Company’s operations and prepare presentation on the same

■ Independently control and monitor Contract Management System and support to Chief Risk & Compliance Officer ensuring compliance over the Legal matters and Corporate Governance.

■ Expertise in drafting, vetting & negotiating of various Commercial Contracts for in-licensing and out-licensing of the products, Manufacturing & Supply Agreements, Technical , Quality Assurance & Pharmacovigilance Contracts, Development Agreements, Distribution & Marketing Agreements, Transfer Pricing Agreements, Service Agreements, Discount, Consultant Agreements and also Agreements related to Lands (Constructions for Office, Warehouse and Factory, Lease and Leave & License Agreement, etc.

■ Flexible with respect to assigned tasks and engagements due to changing deadlines, changing deliverables and evolving task priorities.

■ Coordinating with the Country Managers for all kind of legal assistance.

■ Provided ad hoc advices to the management on legal issues.

■ Maintaining the daily updates of the matters and accordingly reporting to the seniors.

■ Provided opinions on legal queries concerning inter territory business transactions from a contractual perspective

■ Researched extensively on relevant legal topics including governing law and enforcement of foreign judgments and its applicability in international commercial contracts.

• Advocated for clients before court in oral argument by presenting facts and evidence in most favorable light.
• Conducted legal research and conferred with colleagues with subject matter expertise to develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
• Developed strategies to resolve cases in client's best interest.
• Filed timely case pleadings to meet firm deadlines.
• Vetting the legal Documents relating to the Bankruptcy Filings and Mergers.
• Vetting and Drafting various Contracts like Leave & License, Construction Agreements, etc

• Prepared and reviewed contracts and other legal documents following applicable regulations.
• Analyzed and applied legal principles and performed legal research to support litigation strategy.
• Collaborated with human resources and outside counsel to protect company from legal claims.
• Negotiated settlements and mediated disputes between parties finding mutually beneficial solutions.
• Provided support to division handling and Sec.138 of Negotiable Instruments Act matters.
• Attended numerous hearings on arbitrations and debt recovery issues.
• Attended the execution of orders and attachments of property.
• Vetting of the Arbitration Awards and analyzing the orders of the tribunals and courts.
• Updating MIS and records of each cases filled and getting the follow-up from the Counsels appointed by the bank.
• Drafting of various notices and letters to the Authorities, handling individual cases, executions of summons and warrants, etc.
• Coordinating with Direct Recovery Associate's for discussing the further plan of action.