VAISHALI SHAH

As a passionate legal professional , my career objective is to leverage my extensive legal expertise to protect, guide, and enhance the operations of forward-thinking organizations. With a deep understanding of the intricacies of legal counsel in this dynamic sector, I am committed to aligning my skills with the mission and vision of my prospective employer. By providing strategic advice, mitigating risks, and fostering compliant practices, I aim to contribute to the company's success while furthering my growth within the industry.

Spearheaded negotiations for high-value contracts, securing favorable terms for distribution, service, purchase, IT , procurement and licensing agreements within the consumer goods sector. Championed legal strategies for a leading biologics firm, efficiently managing anti-competition and labor disputes with a proven record of success. Pioneered the development of a contract digitization initiative, resulting in enhanced operational efficiency, and comprehensive stakeholder training. Orchestrated legal advisory for HR-related matters, drafting pivotal employment documents and policies in line with evolving legal frameworks. Directed legal due diligence and corporate advisory, offering actionable insights to e-commerce players, real estate, and pharmaceutical companies.

• Received the Achievers Award for two consecutive years (2022 and 2023) at Biocon Biologics Limited for exemplary performance in complex legal negotiations and compliance management.
• Successfully advised and led recovery of dues worth Rs 130 crores for a top asset reconstruction company, showcasing expertise in financial recovery strategies. Also advised and successfully closed multiple recovery matters to the tune of INR 80 Lakhs within a span of one year.
• Successfully negotiated and closed high value software licensing deal (INR 38 crores) for human capital management.
• Spearheaded the requisite documentation for various employees transitioning in emerging markets (7 countries), pursuant to an acquisition of business.

• Competitive debating to sharpen argumentative skills and strategic thinking.
• Legal blogging to stay abreast of industry trends and share knowledge.

Contract compliance: Spearheaded a tool based initiative, mapping contractual obligations to respective stakeholders to ensure compliance. Involved data analysis and collaboration with various stakeholders to map over 100 critical contracts to ensure compliance. Corporate advisory to clients including e-commerce players, real estate giants, pharmaceutical companies on issues including labour issues, compliances. Independently handled insolvency before the National Company Law Tribunal and recovery proceedings before the Debt recovery tribunal. Drafting of wide range of agreements including leases, HR contracts, supply agreements etc. Conducted title due diligence for a leading financial institution. Handled various litigations pertaining to contractual disputes, consumer matters, criminal complaints, injunction suits, property disputes etc.

• English
• Hindi
• Gujarati
• Kannada

Date of Birth: 02/23/91