Attorney Details

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Swarna Pragati Housing Micro Finance Pvt. Ltd.

Legal Manager, Tamil Nadu
Nov 2022 - Present

• 1. Collaborate with internal and external parties to resolve legal disputes efficiently, exploring alternative dispute resolution mechanisms when appropriate.
• 2. Coordinate training sessions and create awareness programs to educate employees on legal matters, fostering a culture of compliance.
• 3. Participate in due diligence processes for mergers, acquisitions, and other business transactions, ensuring thorough examination of legal considerations.
• 4. Oversee the administration and operations of court-based criminal duty counsel services and institutional duty counsel services, aligning with legal mandates and business plans.
• 5. Work closely with other departments to ensure alignment with broader business goals and participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives.
• 6. Develop action plans, provide expertise in response to client needs, and support and advise project teams.
• 7. Research and analyze legal issues and advise management on the legal implications of their decisions.
• 8. Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
• 9. Manage the activities of the legal staff and assist upper management in providing legal advice and counsel on handling litigation and other legal matters involving the company.
• 10. Handle all court cases from filing to final court order and monitor legal matters on a day-to-day basis with concerned advocates.
• 11. Prepare MIS/Data and provide necessary reports and information to management.
• 12. Travel as required for litigation and non-litigation purposes.

Muthoot Fincorp Pvt. Ltd.

Legal Assistant/Supervisor, Nagercoil
Mar 2020 - May 2022

• 1. Provided accurate and appropriate advice on property, corporate, and construction matters, including commercial contracts, consumer and banking disputes, data protection, and regulatory requirements.
• 2. Conducted cases in the High Court and Supreme Court, discussing NBFC works and rendering legal opinions on loans.
• 3. Managed and mitigated company disputes, including entering commercial negotiations, defending court actions, and managing claims against the company.
• 4. Developed and implemented new procedures and processes for legal and regulatory compliance.
• 5. Ensured alignment of the company’s legal activities with applicable laws, including mergers and new company registrations.
• 6. Maintained a strong business position through ongoing review of company and third-party contracts while protecting the company’s interests.

Bala Janathipathy Law Chamber (Govt. Pleader)

Junior Advocate/Legal Assistant, Nagercoil District Court
Nov 2012 - Dec 2020

• 1. Attended various courts for civil, criminal, consumer, and banking litigation, and conducted legal research on civil, family, consumer, and labor laws.
• 2. Developed case strategies and communicated updates to clients.
• 3. Assisted in courtroom hearings and trials, including drafting legal documents and preparing argument notes.
• 4. Conducted witness preparation, cross-examination, and negotiations for settlements.
• 5. Formulated legal strategies and ensured courtroom etiquette and compliance.
• 6. Managed case files, scheduling, and continued legal education.
• 7. Collaborated with senior counsel and maintained client advocacy in legal proceedings.
• 8. Ensured ethical compliance and confidentiality while providing general legal support and assistance.

EDUCATIONAL CREDENTIALS:

• Master of Law, Dr. Ambedkar Global Law Institute, Tirupati, 2022
• Bachelor of Law, R.K. Law College, Bangalore University, Bangalore, Karnataka, India, 2011
• Bachelor of Arts, S.T. Hindu College, Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, Nagercoil, Tamil Nadu, India, 2007