Rupali Katkar
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Experienced foreign-trained Attorney specializing in client counseling, contractual agreements, and legal document preparation. Notable achievements include efficient case management and successful legal research that supports informed decision-making. Core competencies include critical thinking, communication, and organizational skills, all aimed at navigating complex legal landscapes. Committed to upholding confidentiality and maintaining the integrity of legal proceedings while integrating knowledge gained through a Master of Laws (LLM) program.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Research Assistant
Texas A&M University School of Law
09.2024 - Current
- Conducted research on auditing standards used by auditing firms.
- How auditors conduct audits of companies, and how many are compliant with financial and quality auditing regulations.
- Citing the sources of information in the research paper.
Associate Advocate
Rex Legalis Law Firm
Mumbai, India
11.2019 - 12.2021
- Conducted thorough legal research on civil law issues, regulations, and case precedents to support ongoing cases and legal strategies.
- Drafted memoranda, deeds, wills, and contracts; filed legal documents such as lawsuits, appeals, and motions; analyzed and supervised documentation.
- Assisted and handled all phases of litigation, including discovery, document review, deposition preparation, and trial support.
- Respond to complex client inquiries across various communication methods: phone, email, and written correspondence.
- Rex Legalis Law Firm is a law firm based in Mumbai, specializing in various legal services.
- Handled and litigated bankruptcy and maritime cases.
- Attended arbitration proceedings.
- Appeared on behalf of the firm in district courts and the Bombay High Court (Mumbai).
Legal Intern/Associate Advocate
Hedgehog & Fox Law Firm
Mumbai, India
06.2018 - 10.2019
- Researched and drafted Petitions and applications and assisted in preparing synopses, exhibits, and lists of dates for use in trial briefs
- Observed court proceedings, attended trials, and prepared questions for cross-examination of witnesses and written arguments
- Interfaced with clients, attorneys, judges, and third parties during court proceedings and managed legal correspondence
- Monitor the overall case health by identifying errors and creating solutions for resolution
- Served as a point of contact for clients, providing updates and gathering necessary information for cases
- Performed administrative tasks such as maintaining case files, scheduling meetings, and organizing legal documents
Education
Master of Law (LLM) -
Texas A&M University School of Law
12.2024
Bachelor of Legal Science and Bachelor of Law (BLS-LLB) -
V.E.S. College of Law, Mumbai University
05.2019
Skills
- Document Preparation
- Microsoft Office
- Legal Litigation Support
- Client Support
- Litigation support
- Legal research
- Document review
- LexisNexis proficiency
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Professional
Marathi
Full Professional
Timeline
Legal Research Assistant
Texas A&M University School of Law
09.2024 - Current
Associate Advocate
Rex Legalis Law Firm
11.2019 - 12.2021
Legal Intern/Associate Advocate
Hedgehog & Fox Law Firm
06.2018 - 10.2019
Master of Law (LLM) -
Texas A&M University School of Law
Bachelor of Legal Science and Bachelor of Law (BLS-LLB) -
V.E.S. College of Law, Mumbai University
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