Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Awards
Volunteer Experience
References
Timeline
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Abishek Kaul

Abishek Kaul

Victoria,BC

Summary

A highly motivated legal professional with more than seven years of experience in the legal industry. Known for adeptly communicating with members of the legal department, clients, and courtroom personnels. Proficient in handling administrative tasks to ensure the smooth operation of a legal firm, skilled in research analytics, and drafting.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Internationally Trained Lawyer

Abishek Kaul
11.2016 - 09.2021
  • Independent legal counsel to individuals, start-ups, non-governmental organizations and corporations including OYO, Snapdeal India, Deep R Analytics, Renew Power
  • Successfully mediated and litigated >100 cases relating consumer protection, Company laws, matrimonial laws, Writ Petitions in the Indian Supreme Court and High Court of Delhi
  • Proficient in drafting and vetting commercial contracts, registering and prosecuting Trademarks, conflict mediation
  • Developed administrative skills, operations, strategic management of an independent law practice.

Legal Counsel

SMC Group
07.2015 - 10.2016
  • Legal counsel for one of India's largest stock, insurance, real-estate firms
  • Coordinated with business teams to advise on operations, conflict resolution and workflow of agreements
  • Managed several litigation and arbitration profiles before the High Court of Delhi and Supreme Court of India
  • Proficient in conducting research and analyses using legal software including Manupatra Database, DLT software on judgements, SCC Legal Tools and Lawpack India.

In-house Corporate Counsel

Vidhi Samhita Advocates
05.2014 - 06.2015
  • Extensive expertise in handling diverse legal matters spanning contract negotiations, litigation support, and regulatory compliance.
  • Proficient in conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, and providing strategic legal advice to clients.
  • Proficient in managing administrative tasks efficiently to ensure smooth office operations and support legal team activities.
  • Demonstrated ability to handle a wide range of administrative duties, including scheduling appointments, coordinating meetings, and managing correspondence.
  • Drafted letters and send faxes to clients, opposing counsel, witnesses, and experts.
  • Drafted letters and send faxes to clients, opposing counsel, witnesses, and experts.

Legislative Intern

Mr. Varun Gandhi, Member of Parliament
08.2012 - 10.2012

Legal Intern

Mr. Siddhartha Shankar Ray, Former Assistant Advocate General
12.2013 - 02.2014

Legal Intern

Mr. H. S. Phoolka, Senior Advocate- Human Rights
07.2013 - 08.2013

Education

Master of Laws (LLM) -

University of Victoria
Victoria, Canada
12.2023

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) -

University of Delhi
Delhi, India
04.2014

Bachelors of Business Administration (BBA) -

Indraprastha University
Delhi, India
05.2011

Skills

  • MS Excel
  • Powerpoint
  • Familiar with Lexis Nexis & prominent online research tech software
  • Organized and punctual
  • Writing & drafting formal contracts
  • Fast learner
  • English
  • Hindi
  • Kashmiri

Accomplishments

  • Secured 3rd position in the University Quiz competition at the Annual Festival of GGSIP University.
  • Secured 1st position in the annual intra college debate competition at Law Faculty, Delhi University (March 2013).

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Kashmiri
Full Professional
Punjabi
Limited Working

Awards

  • Third Place, University Quiz Competition, 2009, Indraprastha University
  • First Place, Intra College Debate, 2013, Faculty of Law, Delhi University

Volunteer Experience

  • NavYuvak Khel Association, Founder, Delhi, India, Conceived and founded a sub-group of People's Action New Delhi, that established Sports Clubs across urban slums in Delhi. Developed educational and sports programs to enable underprivileged youth to participate in group events, learn team building skills, and gain exposure to work opportunities. Organized health camps in partnership with local clinics and worked with local companies to provide employment to at-risk youth. (2009 - 2010)
  • AIDS Healthcare Foundation, Community Volunteer, India, Managed social media campaigns, created marketing material and promoted the organization's events on various platforms. Provided legal assistance including drafting contract and agreements. Developed a strong sense of comradery and community. (2018)

References

References available upon request

Timeline

Internationally Trained Lawyer

Abishek Kaul
11.2016 - 09.2021

Legal Counsel

SMC Group
07.2015 - 10.2016

In-house Corporate Counsel

Vidhi Samhita Advocates
05.2014 - 06.2015

Legal Intern

Mr. Siddhartha Shankar Ray, Former Assistant Advocate General
12.2013 - 02.2014

Legal Intern

Mr. H. S. Phoolka, Senior Advocate- Human Rights
07.2013 - 08.2013

Legislative Intern

Mr. Varun Gandhi, Member of Parliament
08.2012 - 10.2012

Master of Laws (LLM) -

University of Victoria

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) -

University of Delhi

Bachelors of Business Administration (BBA) -

Indraprastha University
Abishek Kaul