Ashlesha Shrivastava

Experience

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  Hammurabi & Solomon Partners

  May 2017 - Jun 2017

  Intern

  - Researched the filing of a Criminal Petition by an authorised representative. Prepared a brief on the same.- Researched and prepares a note on Shareholder’s agreement and Companies Act 2013.- Prepared a note on Competition law regarding whether a particular agreement was an ‘Anti-Competitive Agreement’ under the act.- Researched on, inter alia, Information Technology Act, FEMA and Financial Acts, Civil Procedure Code, MPD 2001, Storage Control Orders, Indian Stamp Act, Insurance Law, etc.- Researched and prepared a note on the retrospective application of policy decisions.- Researched and prepared a brief on the admissibility of electronic records under the Indian Evidence Act 1872 Show less

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  Larsen & Toubro

  Nov 2017 - Dec 2017

  Legal Intern

  - Prepared a comprehensive note on General Development Control Regulations – Advertising Display and Communication Infrastructure, as notified by the Central government. The regulations consisted of dimensions of billboards and rooftop advertisements, as well as restrictions with respect to wording, structure and purpose of such advertisements.- Prepared a note on Airports Authority of India norms for restriction on construction, erections, trees etc.- Researched on award land award and Section 96 of the Land Acquisition Act 2013. Section 96 mandates that no income tax shall be levied on any award or agreement made under the act. - Prepared a research note on the exit of units from Special Economic Zones under Rule 74 Central Special Economic Zone Rules 2006 and Foreign Trade Policy.- Researched and prepared a brief on the requirement of obtaining a foreign filing license under the Patents Act 1970, for inventions assisted by Indian contract research organisations. Show less

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  Dr. Aniruddha Rajput

  Sept 2018 - Nov 2018

  Student Research Assistant

  - Analysed international law cases for a project related to Evidence under Public International Law. The work included an analysis of the assigned case laws across various parameters.- Prepared research notes for the Anglo-Iranian Oil Co. Case (United Kingdom V. Iran) and Rights of Nationals of the United States of America in Morocco (France v. United States of America), critically analysing them for documentary evidence, expert witness, oralevidence etc.

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  ASAV Attorneys & Advisors LLP

  Nov 2018 - Nov 2018

  Legal Intern

  - Researched and prepared a note on the determination of the place of supply of services where the location of the supplier of service or the location of the recipient of services is outside India under section 13 of the Integrated Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017. - Prepared a comprehensive note on Input Tax Credit under section 16 and section 17 of the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017.- Researched and prepared a comprehensive note on confiscation of imported goods under the Customs act, 1962. The note particularly focused on section 111 of the act and what is considered improperly imported goods.▪ Prepared a note on taking of evidence by the Competition Commission of India.▪ Researched matters of Foreign Trade Policy regarding miscellaneous matters.▪ Drafted appeals inter alia Customs Act 1962, CGST Act 2017 etc. Show less

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  Lakshmikumaran and Sridharan

  Dec 2019 - Dec 2019

  Legal Intern

  - Prepared a client note on the registration process of copyrights in India. Analysed the subject matter vis-à-vis essentials of copyrights and suggested the procedure going forward.- Prepared a note on copyright essentials in the US and EU. The research was particularly focused on works of art, literature, and music. It took into account the international treaties and conventions on the subject.- Researched and presented an article on the copyrightability of AI-generated works in the US, EU and India. The research examined current case laws, and the current position of the EU on the matter, including the draft policies and the way ahead for India. The research also touched on the imposition of liabilities in the instance of infringement of copyright by an AI. Show less

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  Office of Additional Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT)

  Jan 2023 - Jan 2024

  Young Professional - Law
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  Freelance

  Nov 2023 - now

  Legal Consultant

  - Provided expert guidance on web hosting and data protection regulations in Australia. Ensured compliance with relevant legal frameworks and advised client on best practices to safeguard their operations.- Conducted comprehensive patent searches to identify potential patentable inventions and ensure freedom to operate. Advised onpatent procedures in the USA, offering strategic insights into patent filing, prosecution, and maintenance to protect client’s intellectual property effectively.- Drafted a variety of critical legal agreements tailored to client’s specific needs. This includes comprehensive Software Development Agreements outlining the terms, conditions, and deliverables of software projects. Additionally, I prepared Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Agreements to assist clients in attracting and retaining talent through equity compensation options. Show less

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  Confinity

  May 2024 - now

  Independent Legal Advisor

  - Provided comprehensive guidance on data protection laws across multiple jurisdictions, including the UK, USA, EU, UAE, and China. I developed a robust data protection strategy tailored to meet the diverse regulatory requirements of these regions.- Meticulously drafted various essential legal documents to support Confinity's data protection efforts. These included detailed privacy notices, a comprehensive privacy policy, and well-structured procedures for consent collection and consent withdrawal. Additionally, I prepared other related documents, all designed to uphold the highest standards of data privacy and user rights.- Advised Confinity on trademark procedures in both the US and UK. This involved performing thorough trademark searches and classifications to identify potential conflicts and opportunities. My advisory services extended to providing strategic guidance on trademark filing processes in the UK, ensuring Confinity's intellectual property was well-protected and effectively managed. Show less