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Swati Sharma

Bangalore

Summary

Highly Qualified Academician with nearly Eight (8) years' experience in teaching (pursuing Doctorate), with experience in Corporate set up and in Legal Field Professionally. with excellent presentation, research and communication skills. Organized and driven with impressive list of achievements and history of excelling in high-pressure environments.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Professor (Law)

Presidency University
Bangalore
07.2017 - Current
  • Provided instruction and guidance to undergraduate and graduate students in the classroom setting.
  • Developed and implemented innovative teaching methods that enhanced student engagement and learning outcomes.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development initiatives to ensure academic excellence.
  • Assisted in developing departmental policies, procedures, and activities related to educational programs.
  • Created assessment tools for evaluating student performance in coursework.
  • Advocated for students through participation in committees focused on faculty-student interactions.
  • Organized guest lectures from experts in the field of study to supplement course content.
  • Mentored junior faculty members by providing advice on teaching strategies and pedagogy.
  • Reviewed scholarly articles for publication in journals.
  • Planned events such as symposia or workshops designed to advance knowledge in a particular area of expertise.
  • Attended meetings with administrators, deans, and other key stakeholders regarding curricular matters.
  • Advised students on their academic plans, career paths, and personal goals.
  • Supervised independent research projects conducted by undergraduates or graduates.
  • Provided feedback on student projects during office hours or via email correspondence.
  • Edited course materials such as syllabi or lecture notes prior to their distribution.
  • Facilitated discussions among peers concerning new developments within the discipline.
  • Evaluated applications for admission into degree programs offered by the department.
  • Engaged students in lectures by encouraging sharing of opinions and group interactions.
  • Participated in faculty meetings to discuss department goals and strategy.

Assistant Professor (Law)

Delhi Metropolitan Education, College
New Delhi
08.2015 - 08.2016
  • Provided instruction and guidance to undergraduate and graduate students in the classroom setting.
  • Conducted research projects, wrote manuscripts, and presented findings at professional conferences.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development initiatives to ensure academic excellence.
  • Assisted in developing departmental policies, procedures, and activities related to educational programs.
  • Advocated for students through participation in committees focused on faculty-student interactions.
  • Organized guest lectures from experts in the field of study to supplement course content.
  • Mentored junior faculty members by providing advice on teaching strategies and pedagogy.
  • Planned events such as symposia or workshops designed to advance knowledge in a particular area of expertise.
  • Developed syllabus of lectures, classwork and assignments and distributed to students on first day of class.
  • Participated in continuing development and training to bolster professional teaching skills.
  • Designed and updated courses and materials based on developments in industry research.

Legal Trainee

Franchise India Holdings Limited
09.2012 - 06.2013
  • Reviewed and updated legal documents, such as contracts, leases, wills and trusts.
  • Drafted motions, memoranda of law and other legal pleadings for review by the supervising attorney.
  • Conducted legal research on various topics using both online databases and print materials.
  • Assisted with client intakes and initial interviews.
  • Researched relevant statutes, regulations and caselaw related to cases under review.
  • Performed administrative tasks including filing, photocopying and scanning documents.
  • Participated in client meetings to provide support to the supervising attorney.
  • Collaborated with other departments within the firm to ensure compliance with applicable laws.
  • Drafted and edited client correspondence, demand letters and legal memoranda.
  • Answered management's questions and effectively presented information upon request.
  • Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases.

Junior Advocate

R. Dayal & Co. Law Firm
08.2011 - 07.2012
  • Assisted in preparing legal documents such as motions, pleadings, briefs, and memoranda of law.
  • Provided support to attorneys during trials and hearings by researching case law and helping to prepare witnesses for testimony.
  • Conducted legal research on various topics related to cases, including statutory interpretation and precedent setting cases.
  • Organized client files, drafted correspondence, answered phones, prepared invoices and handled other administrative duties as needed.
  • Interpreted complex state and federal laws to determine the best course of action for clients.
  • Researched statutes, regulations, court decisions and other relevant legal materials using online databases.
  • Negotiated settlements between parties involved in civil disputes while ensuring compliance with applicable laws.
  • Participated in client meetings to discuss progress on cases or changes in strategy.
  • Represented clients at mediations or settlement conferences when directed by supervising attorney.
  • Informed victims about legal processes and timelines.
  • Reached out to individuals via phone, email and SMS to deliver help and support.

Education

Ph.D. - Child Rights of Incarcerated Mothers: A Critical Analogy of Model Prison Manuals & State Prison Manuals

Presidency University
Bengaluru, Karnataka
08-2018

LL.M. - Human Rights

National Law School of India University (NLSIU)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
08-2011

LL.B. - Law

New Law College, Bharati Vidyapeeth University
Pune, Maharashtra
06-2009

Diploma - Intellectual Property Rights

New Law College, Bharati Vidyapeeth University
Pune, Maharashtra
07-2007

BBA - Business Administration And Management

ICFAI University
Dehradun, Uttarakhand
05-2006

Skills

  • Windows 95, 98 and XP
  • MS Office; Knowledge Pro; Edhitch
  • Academic advisement
  • Student needs assessment
  • Evaluations and assessments
  • Distance learning tools
  • Technology-based learning tools
  • Academic Publication
  • Research expertise
  • Litigation Support
  • Contract Review
  • Legal Research
  • Legal writing
  • Project Oversight
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Document Review
  • Data Entry
  • Legal projects
  • Schedule Coordination
  • Client Requirements Assessment
  • Quality Assurance
  • Performance Tracking
  • Employee Management
  • Organizational Development
  • Best Practices Implementation
  • Written Communication
  • Multitasking
  • Time management abilities
  • Decision-Making
  • Relationship Building

Accomplishments

  • Subjects Taught- Indian Penal Code, Criminology & General Principles of Criminal law, Labour Law-I, Labour Law-II, Law of Torts, Evidence Law, Public International Law, Law of Contract, & Interpretation of Statutes, Negotiation, Mediation.
  • Areas of Interest- Criminal Law, Criminology, Human Rights, Law of Torts, Law of Contract, Environmental Law.
  • Organized A Multi- Disciplinary National Conference on "The Role of Educators in Preventing and Responding to Child Abuse in Institutions" by School of Law, Presidency University, Bengaluru on 27th November, 2017
  • Part of the Organizing Committee for the 2nd National Moot Court Competition organized by Moot Court Association, School of law, Presidency University, Bengaluru on 11th - 13th April 2018.
  • Organized An International Conference on Gender Equality Through the Strategy of Gender Mainstreaming" by School of Law Presidency University, Bengaluru in collaboration with United Nations Information Centre for India and Bhutan on 6th-7th September, 2018.
  • Part of the organizing committee for the 1st Virtual National Seminar on "Gender & WASH: Problems & Prospects" by School of Law, Presidency University, Bengaluru on 27th March, 2021
  • Drafted and circulated time table for the classes to be held virtually for 1 semester in June-December, 2020
  • Was head of the Time Table Department where have designed manage and adjust classes for a total of Ten (10) sections for a span of Two (2) Semesters.
  • Mentoring a total of 20 students from School of Law, helping them out to grow professionally.
  • Chairperson of Class Committee Meetings held twice every semester.
  • Member of the Departmental Academic Committee (DAC) held twice every Academic Year
  • Member of the Board of Studies (BOS) held twice every Academic Year
  • Member of the Credit Equivalence Committee
  • Member in the Editorial Board of the Presidency Law Review.
  • Member Secretary of the Disciplinary Committee in Presidency University.
  • Part of the Legal Aid Cell at Mathkur Village, Rajankunte, North Bangalore in November 2017.
  • Have been a part of the Events Committee where have organized various events like Seminars, Conferences and other Cultural Events for the students.
  • Papers-Published
  • Conferences Attended
  • Papers Presented in Conferences
  • Books
  • Webinar
  • Faculty Development Program
  • Online Certificate Course

Training

  • National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) New Delhi, New Delhi, 2010, 2010
  • Criminal Lawyer of Andhra Pradesh High Court, Andhra Pradesh, 2005, 2005
  • Zezan Marketing Pvt Ltd, Hyderabad, 2004, 2004

Languages

English and Hindi

Affiliations

  • Participated in singing competitions and various other singing activities in school.
  • Participated in various cultural activities including debates, elocutions and various drawing competitions.
  • Taken part in essay writing competitions.
  • Planned and conducted a number of seminars and debate competitions at graduation level.

Location Preference

Anywhere in India or Abroad

Disclaimer

I hereby declare that the information provided above is complete and true to the best of my knowledge.

Languages

English
First Language

Timeline

Assistant Professor (Law)

Presidency University
07.2017 - Current

Assistant Professor (Law)

Delhi Metropolitan Education, College
08.2015 - 08.2016

Legal Trainee

Franchise India Holdings Limited
09.2012 - 06.2013

Junior Advocate

R. Dayal & Co. Law Firm
08.2011 - 07.2012

Ph.D. - Child Rights of Incarcerated Mothers: A Critical Analogy of Model Prison Manuals & State Prison Manuals

Presidency University

LL.M. - Human Rights

National Law School of India University (NLSIU)

LL.B. - Law

New Law College, Bharati Vidyapeeth University

Diploma - Intellectual Property Rights

New Law College, Bharati Vidyapeeth University

BBA - Business Administration And Management

ICFAI University
Swati Sharma