Arvind Gaur
Internationally trained lawyer with diverse legal experience in real estate transactions, family disputes, criminal matters and civil litigations
About
Internationally trained lawyer with diverse legal experience in real estate transactions, family disputes, criminal matters and civil litigations; having experience working in law firms, private practice, multinationals and Canadian legal support role. Skilled in legal drafting, advocacy, legal research, contract negotiation and client management.
Experience
Legal Assistant - Corporate / Commercial - MJB L.L.P - Kamloops, BC, Canada
(2024-08 - 2024-10)
- Assisted lawyers in drafting of Share Purchase Agreements, Asset Purchase agreements, Personal Guarantee, Non-Competition and Non-Solicitation Agreement, Pledge Agreement and other documents for statutory compliance
- Worked on editing of documents, file maintenance and management, time entry and billing
- Conducted searches through LTSA, BC Online and Personal Property Registry systems
- Managing calendars and bring-forward systems to ensure important deadlines are met
- Liaised with lawyers, paralegals, legal assistants and clients regarding file progress
- Provided overflow assistance to lawyers, paralegals and legal assistants
General Manager- Legal - EMAAR - Dubai
(2021-01 - 2023-12)
- Led legal review and negotiation of commercial contracts (exceeding USD 100 million)
- Developed dispute resolution strategies that reduced litigation exposure saving costs and time
- Managed legal risk across ongoing real estate projects and ensured legal compliance
- Defined and executed effective Privacy contracting and Data transfer agreements
- Implemented Incident management and privacy impact assessment
- Advised internal teams on Data Privacy and Cyber Crimes issues
Legal Counsel - ROYAL DUTCH SHELL - Asia Pacific Region- India
(2017-01 - 2021-12)
- Defended regulatory, criminal, commercial and civil claims impacting business operations
- Provided legal advice to senior management on day-to-day affairs of the company
- Supported regulatory investigations and provided strategic pre litigation advice
- Advised on cybersecurity incidents, privacy breaches and data protection issues
Partner - THE LEGIST
(2015-01 - 2017-12)
- Managed a diverse litigation practice involving IPRs issues, commercial and criminal matters
- Advised clients in issues relating to Brand Protection & anti-counterfeiting actions
- Contributed in business development of the firm utilizing my networking skills
Senior Associate - THE CHAMBERS OF LAW
(2011-01 - 2015-12)
- Represented high profile clients in family law, succession, property and civil litigation matters
- Drafted pleadings, affidavits, legal submissions and court applications
- Conducted legal research and assisted in trail preparation
- Participated in mediation and settlement discussions
Senior Associate- Corporate and litigation - O.P KHAITAN & CO
(2008-01 - 2011-12)
- Drafted and standardized commercial agreements, including NDAs, lease agreements, service agreements, procurement contracts, and commercial arrangements
- Conducted legal research and due diligence for corporate transactions
- Advised clients on contractual, commercial, and regulatory matters
- Assisted in dispute-resolution and litigation matters
Education
LL.M - International Business Laws - University of Manchester (2007-01 - 2008-12)
LL.B - Law - Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (2001-01 - 2006-12)
Post-Graduate Diploma - International Trade Laws - I.S.I.L
