Priyanka Chauhan

[email protected] • 7065997070 • Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India
LinkedIn: in/priyanka-chauhan-a24846166

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Dynamic Senior Legal Counsel with 7 years of specialized experience in contract management, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance. Successfully led due diligence and e-discovery projects that improved departmental efficiency by 25%, while negotiating complex cross-border agreements that mitigated legal risks and ensured full regulatory adherence. Adept at driving strategic legal initiatives through expert contract negotiation and comprehensive policy reviews, committed to delivering actionable solutions that support business growth and risk management.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Senior Legal Counsel
10/2025 - Present
Persistent Systems Limited , Noida
• Boosted departmental efficiency through comprehensive legal reviews and policy-based compliance.
• Drafted, reviewed, and negotiated customer, vendor, SaaS, license, lease, and service agreements end-to-end.
• Contributed to company policy development ensuring alignment with laws and regulations.
• Delivered accurate legal research and training sessions, enhancing team productivity and satisfaction.
• Led due diligence and e-discovery initiatives for contract vetting and evidence collection.
• Resolved contractual issues swiftly through cross-functional collaboration and proactive risk mitigation.
Legal Counsel
04/2022 - 09/2025
Persistent Systems Limited , Noida, UP
• Increased legal department efficiency by providing end to end review and compliance as per policies
• Managed customer and vendor contracts reviewing and negotiating
• Contributed to the development of company policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Increased team satisfaction by providing timely and accurate legal research on various topics. Developed strong working relationships with clients. resulting in repeat business and referrals
• Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams to address contractual issues in a timely manner
• Reviewed customer and non-customer contracts thoroughly to identify potential areas of risk or non- compliance before execution. Analyzed complex legal issues using critical thinking skills, leading to innovative solutions for client challenges
• Reduced case resolution time with efficient document drafting, review, and negotiation. Enhanced team productivity by conducting training sessions on legal research techniques and tools. Handled disciplinary matters and issues
• Managed and provide support to the HR team with resolution related to employee matters
• End to end review and analysis of Saas agreements. vendor agreements, license agreements, lease agreement, lease deed, master service agreement, Non-Disclosure agreements. Statement of Work. Termination letters
• Engaged in due-diligence with respect to vetting of contracts. E-discovery of matters or tasks for gathering required information or evidences
Senior Legal Associate
02/2021 - 04/2022
Mediaagility India Pvt Ltd, Gurgaon , Gurgaon, Haryana
• Prepared detailed due diligence reports for corporate transactions, identifying potential areas of concern or liability exposure
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve optimal results for clients in high-stakes transactions
• Advised on risk mitigation strategies, helping them avoid potential legal pitfalls during negotiations or contract drafting
• Conducted negotiation calls and prepared for resolving the civil cases and decrease legal co Conducted comprehensive legal research to support case strategies and inform decision-making processes
• Negotiated favorable settlements for company by utilizing strong mediation and negotiation skills. Drafted and reviewed contracts, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Assisted in the successful resolution of complex litigation cases through diligent research and effective communication. Managed document review projects efficiently while adhering to strict timelines, ensuring thorough analysis of relevant materials before submission deadlines passed
• Coordinated discovery efforts in large-scale litigation cases streamlining information exchange between parties Offered in-house training to company personnel on relevant aspects of low and procedure followed by legal department for review
• Researched and wrote contracts, agreements and proposals
• Minimized risk exposure through careful advice on business operations and strategic plans. Developed strategies for court proceedings and negotiations
• Drafted over 150 complex contracts and agreements annually, ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards and reducing legal exposure by 20% through meticulous review and strategic amendments
Legal Executive
07/2018 - 02/2021
AIMIL Pharmaceutical India Ltd. New Delhi , New Delhi
• Prepared comprehensive litigation documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery requests for successful representation in court
• Reviewed contracts thoroughly to identify potential risks or liabilities before agreements were finalized
• Collaborated with external counsel during complex litigation cases to develop cohesive strategies that maximized the chances of success for clients. Negotiated settlements on behalf of clients with opposing counsel, resulting in amicable resolutions and cost savings
• Managed a network of outside counsel to support transactions and report on legal spend. Identified and advised General Counsel on risk and related issues and provided suggestions for resolution. Drafting, interpreting and negotiating a broad range of contracts including sales, purchase, project, license and other aspects. Proof reading, translation and drafting of legal documents
• Drafted and negotiated over 150 contracts annually, including sales, purchase, project, and license agreements, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and reducing legal risks by 30%
Legal Intern
12/2017 - 02/2018
High Court Of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla, HP , Shimla, H.P
• Shadowed experienced lawyers during client meetings, court hearings, gaining valuable insight into attorney-client relationships and effective. communication techniques
• Managed case files efficiently, ensuring easy accessibility for attorneys when needed
• Analyzed statutes and regulations relevant to specific cases providing additional context necessary for successful argument
• Participated in client consultation, helping to address their concerns and provide valuable information regarding their cases

EDUCATION

Post Graduation Diploma In Business And Corporate: Business And Corporate Law
01/2021
Symbiosis Centre For Distance Learning - Delhi , Delhi
LLB: Law
01/2018
Himachal Pradesh University - Shimla HP , Shimla, H.P
Bachelor Of Commerce: Accounting
01/2015
Himachal Pradesh University - Shimla, H.P , Shimla, H.P

SKILLS

Other: Drafting and vetting of contracts. Legal Compliance. E-discovery. Contract management. Document management. Customer and vendor contract review and negotiation. Risk management. Microsoft office. Google Docs and sheets.