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DEVALEKSHMI M

Kochi

Summary

Developed robust skill set within fast-paced legal environment, now looking to transition into new field. Demonstrates strong capabilities in legal analysis and problem-solving, with keen eye for detail and commitment to ethical practice. Eager to leverage these transferable skills to make meaningful impact in different setting.

Legal professional with thorough understanding of corporate law and regulatory compliance, ready to contribute to dynamic legal team. Proven track record in providing strategic legal advice and resolving complex legal issues. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability in fast-paced environments, showcasing strong negotiation and analytical skills.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Associate Legal

Boris Paul & Associates
05.2024 - Current
  • Company Overview: A firm with 10+ advocates team
  • Primarily focused on Civil / Commercial Suits/ Criminal / Arbitration / Corporate Law / Construction Law and Family Law matters
  • Arbitration conducted in SIAC, MCIA, ICA including UNICITRAL Arbitration
  • A firm with 10+ advocates team

Legal Intern

Boris Paul & Associates
12.2022 - 01.2024
  • Reviewed various legal aspects of contracts and proofed documentation for 100+ documents
  • Attended 80+ clients' meetings with other full-time members of the firm
  • Handled Advocate Manual Software to keep data organized for 100+ clients
  • Helped in documentation of more than 12 property related cases
  • Coordinated with court staff for e-filing of 50+ cases
  • Drafted pleadings, petitions, agreements and various other legal documents
  • Assisted in various criminal, civil and arbitration cases

Kerala State Information Commission
10.2021 - 11.2021
  • Researched on Right to Information Act, 2005 and prepared case briefs

Kerala State Commission for Protection of Child Rights
06.2019 - 07.2019
  • Analyzed and prepared case briefs after reading the files
  • Drafted a request for ATR (Action Taken Report) application, closure notes and did research work on Juvenile Justice Act 2015, The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act 2012, Right to Education Act 2009, Child Marriage Prohibition Act 2006, Child Labor (Prohibition and Regulation) Act 1986

Education

Master of Laws - Criminal law and International Dispute Resolution and Arbitration

School of Legal Studies, Cochin University of Science and Technology
Kochi, Kerala
01.2024

BA LLB - Bachelors in Law

Government Law College, Thiruvananthapuram
01.2022

Skills

  • Client Counseling
  • Case Management
  • Contract Drafting
  • Document Drafting
  • Legal Analysis
  • Legal Opinion
  • Legal Research
  • Legal Writing
  • Negotiation and Mediation
  • Employment law
  • International Law
  • Dispute Resolution
  • Environmental Law

Certification

Bootcamp on IP Law Career, Law Sikho, 06/01/21

References

  • Dr. P. S. SEEMA, Associate Professor, School of Legal Studies, CUSAT, drpsseema@gmail.com, 9496943875
  • Adv. Boris Paul, Practicing Advocate at District and Sessions Court, Kollam, Kerala, advborispaul@gmail.com, 9447332516

Activities

  • Moot Court Memorial: Special leave petition in case of Divorce and Maintenance, 03/01/18
  • Moot Court Memorial: Writ Petition in case of Euthanasia (Mercy Killing) in India, 05/01/19
  • 10th National Conference on, 'Traversing the Contours of Developments in Indian Constitutionalism', 2020-01-01
  • Spokesperson at an event organized by Accredited Social Health Activist (Asha workers), 2023-01-01
  • Resource person for a project initiated by Mount Carmel Convent, AIGHS, Tangasseri, Kollam, 2023-01-01
  • 'Reproductive Autonomy': Analysing the past and future of a women's right to reproductive autonomy in India, 2023-01-01
  • The Freedom to Marry: Analysing the Contributions of UDHR in India, 2024-01-01

Languages

Malayalam
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Tamil
Upper intermediate
B2
Malayalam
Proficient
C2

Timeline

Associate Legal

Boris Paul & Associates
05.2024 - Current

Legal Intern

Boris Paul & Associates
12.2022 - 01.2024

Kerala State Information Commission
10.2021 - 11.2021

Kerala State Commission for Protection of Child Rights
06.2019 - 07.2019

BA LLB - Bachelors in Law

Government Law College, Thiruvananthapuram

Master of Laws - Criminal law and International Dispute Resolution and Arbitration

School of Legal Studies, Cochin University of Science and Technology
DEVALEKSHMI M