Satyam Sinha

I am a qualified lawyer with four years of comprehensive legal experience in contracts, contract management, litigation, legal consultancy, and civil and corporate advisory. My expertise includes legal research, drafting, redlining, and preparation of a wide range of legal documents including contractual terms, NDA, MOU, and various other agreement. I have successfully counseled both corporate and non-corporate clients and have substantial experience representing them before various courts (in and around Delhi), tribunals, and regulatory authorities.

I've been working for last three years as in-house counsel on secondment engagement. Contract drafting includes employment agreement, Master Service Agreements, Reseller Agreements, Services Agreements, On-Premise License Agreements, Staffing Agreements, Recruitment Services Agreements, and Lease Agreements.

Advocate | Delhi High Court at Chamber of Adv. Arvind Kumar Patel (2021-01 – Present)

• Litigation & Representation: Appeared regularly before various courts and tribunals across Delhi and other states in criminal, civil, and commercial matters, including the Armed Forces Tribunal (Principal Bench).
• Alternative Dispute Resolution: Assisted and appeared in arbitration and mediation proceedings, often on recommendation of senior counsel, contributing to settlement discussions and strategic planning.
• Legal Drafting & Documentation: Drafted and proofread a wide range of legal and quasi-legal documents including writ petitions, counter affidavits, plaints (including original side matters), written statements, replications, interlocutory applications, replies, rejoinders, criminal and civil appeals, bail applications, special leave petitions, transfer petitions, consumer complaints and appeals, and evidence affidavits. Also assisted in preparing contracts, agreements, and due diligence reports for corporate and individual clients. Contract drafting includes employment agreement, Master Service Agreements, Reseller Agreements, Services Agreements, On-Premise License Agreements, Staffing Agreements, Recruitment Services Agreements, and Lease Agreements.
• Labour & Employment Matters: Supported authorized representatives in preparing and presenting cases before Labour Courts, especially for clients involved in employer-employee disputes.
• Client Interaction & Advisory: Engaged in client meetings, offering preliminary legal opinions, case briefings, and consultations on litigation strategies, compliance, and legal risks.
• Legal Research: Conducted in-depth legal research on statutes, case laws, and regulatory frameworks to support case preparation, legal opinions, and strategic recommendations.
• Secondment Opportunities: For last three years I've been on secondment engagement by the chamber in three organisations namely Self Reliant India (a non-profit engaged in edu tech), Creatnet (an edu tech company) and Panacea Biotech (a Pharmaceutical Company). Here I've been engaged in streamlining CSR regulations, risk compliance, regulatory adherence, documenting contractual terms, due diligence, coordinating court matters, and contract lifecycle management.

Legal Trainer & Advisor at Freelance Engagements (2021-01 – Present)

• Utkarsh Welfare Foundation (CSR of Utkarsh Small Finance Bank), Varanasi, UP: Conducted multiple workshops and training programs for employees on Prevention of Sexual Harassment at Workplace (POSH) and cyber phishing awareness, focusing on legal compliance and digital safety.
• JEEViKA (Bihar Rural Livelihoods Promotion Society), Sheikhpura, Bihar: Invited as a resource person to deliver a one-day training session on Labour Laws and Trade Unions for partner organizations, providing insights on legal frameworks governing worker rights and collective bargaining.
• R.S. Foundation Trust: Associated as Legal Advisor cum Resource Person for various legal literacy campaigns, conducted in collaboration with the Delhi State Legal Services Authority (DSLSA) to promote awareness on legal rights and legal aid among marginalized communities.

Intern at Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (2017-04 – 2017-06)

• Conducted household surveys and data collection to support public health research and community needs assessment.
• Researched and developed health literacy materials, including handouts and pamphlets, to enhance awareness on key health issues.
• Assisted in mobilizing communities and facilitated vaccination drives and health awareness camps, contributing to increased participation and outreach effectiveness.

Intern at Chambers of Adv. Ravi Qazi and Adv. Arvind Patel (2018-01 – 2021-12)

Intermittently between 2018 – 2021

• Gained practical experience in both civil and criminal litigation.
• Assisted in case research, drafting legal documents, and court proceedings across various forums.
• Supported case preparation and client briefings, particularly in trial court matters and procedural filings.

Para Legal Volunteer at Delhi State Legal Services Authority (DSLSA) (2018-01 – 2021-12)

• Volunteered as a para-legal to support legal literacy initiatives, legal aid camps, and awareness drives.
• Assisted marginalized individuals in accessing legal aid, and helped in drafting basic legal applications and facilitating dispute resolution through pre-litigation counselling.

Student Member | Legal Services Society & Moot Court Society at Law Centre - I (2018-01 – 2021-12)

• Actively participated in organizing and attending moot court competitions, legal aid programs, and seminars on contemporary legal issues.
• Contributed to spreading legal awareness and developing peer legal research and advocacy skills.

Legal Intern at Bharucha & Partners (2019-06 – 2019-06)

• Worked with the dispute resolution team.
• Conducted legal research, drafted affidavits and submissions, and supported case preparation for matters before the High Court.

Legal Intern at DSK Legal (2020-12 – 2021-01)

• Assisted in corporate advisory, commercial litigation, and arbitration matters.
• Conducted legal research, drafted notices and contracts, and supported due diligence and client briefing preparations.

Legum Baccalaureus (LL.B) in Law – Faculty of Law, Delhi University (2018-01 – 2021-12)

Bachelor of Art in Political Science – Gossner College, Ranchi University (2015-01 – 2018-12)