Tanu Pathak

Assisted with due diligence for M&A and private equity/venture capital transactions. Drafted and reviewed commercial contracts, such as NDAs, MSAs, and vendor agreements. Built a labour law compliance matrix for a client company transitioning past the 10-employee threshold, mapping obligations under the Code on Wages, 2019 and Maharashtra-specific legislation (Minimum Wages Rules, S&E Act, Profession Tax Act, Labour Welfare Fund Act), with applicability triggers, timelines, and prescribed forms.

Intern at Ascendus Law Partners (2026-07 – 2026-07)

• Assisted with due diligence for M&A and private equity/venture capital transactions.
• Drafted and reviewed commercial contracts, such as NDAs, MSAs, and vendor agreements.
• Built a labour law compliance matrix for a client company transitioning past the 10-employee threshold, mapping obligations under the Code on Wages, 2019 and Maharashtra-specific legislation (Minimum Wages Rules, S&E Act, Profession Tax Act, Labour Welfare Fund Act), with applicability triggers, timelines, and prescribed forms.
• Prepared a research report on data governance and cybersecurity frameworks for investor data protection.

Intern (Labour & Employment Team) at King Stubb & Kasiva (2025-12 – 2025-12)

• Researched the four new Labour Codes (Wages; Industrial Relations; Social Security; Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions) and contributed to a compliance report for employers transitioning to the new framework.
• Reviewed and analysed HR policies for legal compliance, identifying gaps and drafting recommendations aligned with applicable employment legislation.
• Prepared a research note on trade union recognition and structure in Kerala under the Trade Unions Act, 1926 and the Kerala Recognition of Trade Unions Act, 2010, examined against the collective-bargaining position of gig-platform workers.
• Contributed to a monthly newsletter tracking new labour code developments and employment case law.

Intern at National Consumer Dispute Redressal Commission (2025-10 – 2025-10)

• Analysed quasi-judicial proceedings for high-value consumer disputes, with a focus on corporate liability, service deficiency, and regulatory compliance issues.
• Observed the registry and procedural framework, gaining practical insight into the complete lifecycle of complaints filed against corporations and service providers.
• Assisted in drafting case summaries and procedural notes for matters involving unfair trade practices and consumer protection law.

Intern at Juhi Arora & Associates (2024-12 – 2024-12)

• Drafted legal documents including plaints, applications, and vakalatnamas for matters before Delhi District Courts and the Delhi High Court in criminal and matrimonial cases.
• Conducted focused legal research on relevant statutory provisions and precedents to aid in case strategy development.

Intern at Rajasthan State Legal Services Authority (2024-06 – 2024-06)

• Observed court proceedings before the Hon'ble Judge and assisted in preparing legal documents such as notices and orders under the Legal Services Authorities Act.
• Provided legal aid services to women and marginalised communities through research, opinion drafting, and assistance with access to justice initiatives.
• Drafted legal awareness materials to assist underserved communities in understanding their statutory rights.

Intern at Law Office of Sr. Advocate Pradeep Rai, Supreme Court of India (2023-11 – 2023-11)

• Researched case laws and analysed statutory provisions for ongoing matters pending before the Supreme Court, preparing case summaries and research notes for use by senior counsel.
• Assisted in drafting written submissions and identifying relevant precedents across constitutional and civil law matters.

Intern at The Amikus Qriae (2022-11 – 2022-11)

• Practiced writing mock judgments under expert guidance, developing skills in judicial reasoning, statutory interpretation, and legal writing.
• Conducted legal research and resolved practical legal queries involving real-world applications of substantive and procedural law.

B.A. LL.B. in Law – Lloyd Law College (2022 – 2027)

Higher Secondary – CIC College (2021)

Secondary – J.S.S.S.M. Inter College (2019)