SIVA DHANDAPANI

Highly dedicated and responsible Corporate Lawyer having 17 years of experience with a strong drive to uphold the highest legal standards and deliver exceptional service. Proven ability to Claims & Litigation Management, Legal Leadership, Case management, Cross – Functional Collaborations, Legal Advice & Compliance, Operational Excellence, Performance Management to utmost commitment and integrity. Seeking a stimulating position in a well-respected and supportive firm to continue honing my legal expertise and contribute positively to the organization.

• Case Management: Proven record of accomplishment in recovering bad debts and Non-Performing Loans (NPLs) through established legal mechanisms including the Arbitration & Conciliation Act, SARFAESI Act, DRT/DRAT procedures, Contract Act and Civil & Criminal litigations, 138 of NI Act, Consumer cases etc.,.
• Expert in securing interim reliefs under Sections 9 & 17 of the Arbitration Act to safeguard company assets, and effectively invoking Section 8 to counter claims from defaulters.
• Skilled in initiating action under SARFAESI Act - 2002: pursuing recovery via Sections 13(2), 13(4), 14, and 17, issuing statutory notices, recalling loan advances, taking possession of pledged assets, conducting auctions etc.,.
• Experienced in filing and defending matters before DRT/DRAT under the Recovery of Debts & Bankruptcy Act, 1993, particularly in cases involving immovable property recovery.
• Expert in handling Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act cases against defaulters, securing BW/NBW against absconding accused, and filing Interim Compensations/s. 143A of the Act & execution procedures.
• Taking legal action against Breach of Contract, fraudulent borrowers, warehouse owners, and third parties by filing civil suits, commercial suits, criminal complaints (including Section 138 of NI Act), mortgage suits, summary suits, and consumer proceedings.
• Handling litigation involving civil suits filed by or against delinquent customers, including Section 34 challenges to arbitral awards and other procedural interventions under the Arbitration Act.
• Legal Leadership: Provide strategic legal direction and ensure alignment with the company’s goals across the South India.
• Executing arbitration awards through Civil Courts, including urgent reliefs under Sections 9 & 17, and enforcement via Bailiffs, Garnishee Orders, Receivers, and Advocate Commissioners.
• Expertise in coordinating with Police Authorities to convert complaints into FIRs and ensure progress up to charge-sheet filing in fraud or misappropriation cases.
• Leading settlement negotiations and drafting settlement agreements, MoUs, and indemnity bonds; leveraging legal and negotiation tools for dispute resolution.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams to integrate legal insights, share court precedents, and streamline claims processes.
• Effectively managing and mentoring the legal team across branches, collaborating with business teams, and ensuring timely MIS reporting to senior management.
• Proficient in responding to and drafting legal notices, pleadings, affidavits, petitions, written statements, and counters, and briefing empaneled advocates.
• Legal Advice & Compliance: Guide senior management on a wide array of legal matters, including contracts, regulatory compliance, intellectual property, and corporate governance.
• Performance Management: Lead efforts to meet legal and business targets, including overseeing the processing of Stay Orders, Awards, and Compromise settlements in High Courts.