Zeba Zar Nigar
Legal Professional
Bangalore
Summary
Experienced corporate lawyer with 7 years of expertise in contract drafting, litigation, and intellectual property. Skilled in negotiating commercial agreements, managing disputes, and providing strategic legal advice aligned with business objectives. Adept at identifying legal risks and supporting business growth through practical solutions.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
Assistant Manager - Legal
Rashmi Metaliks Limited
2023.12 - 2024.03
- Drafted, reviewed, and negotiated commercial contracts ensuring legal compliance.
- Managed litigation and employment disputes; advised on ADR mechanisms.
- Represented company in court and liaised with external counsel.
- Prepared employment contracts, non-compete and confidentiality agreements.
- Provided strategic legal guidance to CEO and board members.
Legal Executive
Frontier Warehousing Limited
2022.12 - 2023.11
- Negotiated and drafted land transaction agreements, MoUs, NDAs, lease and release deeds.
- Conducted due diligence on land properties; verified titles and ownership.
- Managed timely renewal of lease agreements.
- Maintained legal documentation and filing system.
Managing Partner
LawCave Lawyers & Consultants LLP
2021.01 - 2022.11
- Drafted and reviewed contracts, franchise agreements, IP, and employment documents.
- Advised clients on property, business, and family law matters.
- Represented clients in domain disputes, negotiations, arbitrations, and court proceedings.
- Developed trademark strategies aligned with client objectives and ensured brand protection.
Junior Advocate
Calcutta High Court
2017.03 - 2020.03
- Conducted legal research; prepared briefs, pleadings, and motions.
- Assisted in case management, evidence collection, and client meetings.
- Filed trademark applications, managed portfolios, and prepared cease-and-desist letters and injunction applications.
Education
LL.B. -
Magadh University
Bodh Gaya, India2016-05
CS Executive -
The Institute of Company Secretaries of India
New Delhi, India2013-12
B.Com (Hons.) - Accountancy & Finance
Calcutta University
Kolkata, India2012-06
I.S.C. -
Jewish Girls’ School
Kolkata, India2009-04
Skills
- Contract Drafting & Negotiation: Sales, distribution, partnership, joint venture, franchise, MoUs, NDAs, employment, IP-related contracts
- Litigation & Dispute Management: Commercial, employment, and IP disputes; ADR, arbitration, mediation, settlement negotiation
- Intellectual Property: Trademark, copyright, design laws; registration, monitoring, and domain dispute resolution
- Due Diligence: Land transactions, title verification, risk assessment
- Confidentiality & Ethics: Handling sensitive corporate information with high ethical standards
- Legal Tech Proficiency: Research databases, case management tools, legal project management
- Project & Strategic Management: Multi-project handling, strategic alignment of legal guidance with business goals
Certification
Certificate in Trademark Law, The IP Press
Affiliations
- Registered Lawyer, State Bar Council (West Bengal)
- All India Bar Examination (AIBE)
Timeline
Assistant Manager - Legal
Rashmi Metaliks Limited
2023.12 - 2024.03
Legal Executive
Frontier Warehousing Limited
2022.12 - 2023.11
Managing Partner
LawCave Lawyers & Consultants LLP
2021.01 - 2022.11
Junior Advocate
Calcutta High Court
2017.03 - 2020.03
LL.B. -
Magadh University
CS Executive -
The Institute of Company Secretaries of India
B.Com (Hons.) - Accountancy & Finance
Calcutta University
I.S.C. -
Jewish Girls’ School