Avinash Kumar

A committed law graduate from Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Punjab, with a solid background in legal research, drafting, and advocacy. Proficient in legal research platforms (SCC Online, Manupatra), statutory drafting, and the application of AI-assisted research tools. Strong communicator in English and Hindi.

Moreover, undertook serious preparation for the UPSC Civil Services Examination, analysing the Budget, Economic Survey, Flagship schemes, and exploring interdisciplinary subjects like International Relations, Economics, Environment, Governance, etc.

Researcher - The Shivalik Dialogue

(2025-08)

• Managed and led a team of researchers engaged in research work on cartelisation in the country.
• Analysed the need for a rule-bound and influence-free governance model in the country in the public interest.

Legal Research Assistant - Micro Small Enterprise Facilitation Council, Patiala - Patiala

(2023-07 - 2023-07)

• Assisted in conducting conciliation and arbitration council meetings concerning industrial disputes under the MSME Development Act, 2006.
• Conducted legal research on applicable precedents and assisted in drafting submissions for arbitration hearings.

Parliamentary Research Assistant - Dr Fauzia Khan, Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha)

(2023-02 - 2023-02)

• Drafted and researched unstarred parliamentary questions during the Budget Session.
• Assisted in the preparation and review of parliamentary and policy-related documents.

UN Millennium Fellow - Millennium Campus Network

(2022-08 - 2022-11)

• Prepared an assessment report examining rehabilitation frameworks for POCSO victims under Project RAKSHA
• Researched legal and policy measures aimed at strengthening child protection mechanisms.

Legal Research Intern - Chandigarh Commission for Protection of Child Rights (CCPCR) - Chandigarh

(2022-01 - 2022-01)

• Researched global rehabilitation frameworks for children in conflict with the law and produced a comparative analysis.
• Conducted empirical research, including structured interviews, to assess gaps in existing child rehabilitation mechanisms.

Legal Intern - Adv. A.K. Bajpai, Rajasthan High Court - Jaipur

(2021-08 - 2021-08)

• Assisted with legal drafting and supported counsel during day-to-day court proceedings at the Jaipur Bench.
• Assisted in legal research for matters involving civil proceedings, writ proceedings, etc.

Legal Intern - Adv. Jaiprakash Singh, Khagaria District Court - Khagaria

(2021-01 - 2021-01)

• Researched issues relating to criminal law, evidence, and child protection legislation.
• Assisted in legal research for matters involving the Code of Criminal Procedure, Indian Penal Code, Indian Evidence Act, and POCSO.

B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) - Criminal Law Specialisation - Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Punjab (RGNUL) (2020 - 2025)

Senior Secondary - PCM - Kendriya Vidyalaya No. 3, Jaipur (CBSE)

Secondary Examination - Kendriya Vidyalaya No. 3, Jaipur (CBSE)