Sheetal Nair

• Translated complex legal issues into understandable terms.
• Applied legal knowledge and expertise while working with corporates.
• Reduced inhouse counsel expenses by building an effective outsourced legal team capable of handling diverse matters.
• Advised executive leadership on strategic decisions, minimizing legal risks and ensuring positive outcomes.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to establish best practices for managing contractual obligations.
• Provided expert guidance during regulatory audits, ensuring full compliance and avoiding potential penalties.
• Cultivated strong relationships with external counsel and industry peers to stay abreast of emerging legal trends impacting the organization.
• Negotiate and draft complex commercial agreements, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and other corporate transactions.
• Orchestrated and handled various legal issues by remaining highly organized and prioritizing.
• Handled complex legal issues using sound judgment, integrity, business acumen and decisiveness.
• Advised clients on bidding laws and compliance investigations on fiscal practices.

• Served as a trusted advisor to the board of directors, providing critical insights into governance issues and shareholder relations.
• Advised clients on bidding laws and compliance investigations on fiscal practices.
• Enhanced company compliance by developing and implementing comprehensive legal policies and procedures.
• Reported requirements for benefit plans and executive compensation.
• Met tight deadlines and effectively managed multiple priorities using strong organizational skills.
• Led complex and pivotal legal work in fast-paced environment.
• Advised executive leadership on strategic decisions, minimizing legal risks and ensuring positive outcomes.
• Managed litigation strategy to successfully resolve high-stakes disputes with minimal financial impact.
• Coordinated global trademark registrations to protect brand identity across various jurisdictions worldwide effectively.

• Managed relationships with external counsel across diverse jurisdictions for seamless handling of international legal matters.
• Implemented corporate governance best practices by advising board members on fiduciary duties and compliance matters.
• Managed a team of legal professionals, providing mentorship and guidance to foster professional growth and development.
• Supported merger and acquisition initiatives by coordinating due diligence efforts, drafting transaction documents, and managing post-closing integration activities.
• Negotiated high-value contracts with vendors and partners, ensuring optimal terms and conditions for the organization.
• Oversaw intellectual property portfolio management, including patent filings, trademarks registrations, and licensing agreements.
• Resolved disputes efficiently through mediation or arbitration, avoiding costly litigation when possible.
• Reviewed and analyzed pertinent state and federal laws and legal precedents.

Working as Head- Legal and handling all the Legal and Compliance matters for the company,.
Drafting all legal documents which include all contracts , following all the IT norms Creation of SOW, MSA, RFP, Lease agreement etc.
Legal Research, contract abstraction etc.
Filing official searches with the Trademark Registry
Filing Registration Application
Filing Renewals
Sending Cease and Desist notices
Drafting notices of opposition, counter statements and evidence
Acceptance of mark in the registry, obtaining injunctions.
Leading Brand files, coinage and building of brands

• Managed relationships with external counsel across diverse jurisdictions for seamless handling of international legal matters.
• Protected company interests during government investigations by collaborating with internal teams to gather relevant information and prepare responses to inquiries.
• Oversaw intellectual property portfolio management, including patent filings, trademarks registrations, and licensing agreements.
• Streamlined legal processes by implementing efficient document management systems and software.

Working as Sr.Manager- Legal and handling all the trademark related matters,. Filing official searches with the Trademark Registry
Drafting assignment contracts.
Drafting and reviewing third party license and manufacturing Agreements. Litigation matters and liaising with the lawyers for obtaining injunctions.

• Mentored junior staff members by sharing knowledge and expertise, contributing to their professional growth and enhancing the overall capabilities of the team.
• Conducted due diligence investigations for mergers and acquisitions, identifying potential risks and ensuring smooth transactions.
• Assisted human resources department in navigating complex employment law matters, reducing potential liabilities related to labor disputes.
• Established strong relationships with external counsel, enabling efficient collaboration on complex legal issues and cost-effective services.
• Improved legal department efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new case management systems.
• Drafted and negotiated all types agreements and transactions on behalf of company.

• Established strong relationships with external counsel, enabling efficient collaboration on complex legal issues and cost-effective services.
• Improved legal department efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new case management systems.
• Drafted and negotiated Leave and License Agreement

Franchise Agreement Legal Notice,138 Matters Summary suit

• Deed of settlement Memorandum Of understanding Trademark, Civil suit Criminal complaint Arbitration Proceedings

agreements and transactions on behalf of company.

• Managed a team of attorneys and paralegals, consistently meeting performance goals while maintaining high levels of employee satisfaction.
• Supported business development initiatives by analyzing relevant laws and regulations to ensure full compliance during expansion into new markets or industries.
• Coordinated responses to regulatory inquiries and audits, ensuring prompt action and comprehensive documentation of compliance efforts.
• Advised executive leadership on corporate governance best practices, contributing to the development of a robust organizational structure.
• Played a crucial role in dispute resolution processes by effectively mediating conflicts between parties both internally and externally.

• Drafted clear and concise legal documents, such as motions, briefs, and pleadings for successful presentation in court proceedings.
• Negotiated favorable settlements on behalf of clients through effective mediation and negotiation tactics.
• Demonstrated strong ethical standards in all aspects of practice, upholding the integrity of the legal profession.
• Worked effectively with fellow team members to coordinate effective solutions to any question or concern.
• Established trusting relationships with clients by maintaining open lines of communication throughout the entire representation process.
• Delivered high-quality representation to clients in court, resulting in favorable judgments and settlements.
• Built a strong professional network through active participation in local bar associations and industry events.