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Santosh Tripathi

Senior Counsel

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A seasoned General Corporate Counsel with over 10 years of legal and compliance expertise I have contributed to esteemed organizations of various industry segments i.e. IT, BFSI, and manufacturing industries, with LLM in Constitutional Law, LLB, M.Com in Accounting & Finance, and recognition as a semi-qualified Company Secretary specializing in Intellectual Property Rights. This diverse academic background compliments my professional expertise in navigating multifaceted legal challenges.
In my professional journey I contributed in developing global compliance strategies and implementing robust frameworks for employment laws, data privacy, litigation management and contract management across geographies.

Key highlights:

  • Corporate Commercial & Derivate Law: Extensive experience in drafting, negotiating, and reviewing diverse agreements, including ISDA/CSA, CDEA, employment contracts, NDAs, MOUs, service agreements, and joint venture arrangements.
  • Employment Law: Advising on compliance with employment regulations, industrial relations, data privacy frameworks, and designing HR policies aligned with organizational and statutory requirements.
  • Data Protection and Privacy Policies: Developed and implemented organizational policies aligned with the Data Protection and Digital Privacy (DPDP) Act to ensure compliance with data processing, consent management.
  • Dispute Resolution: Successfully handling arbitrations, labour disputes, Section 138 N.I. Act cases, and international (Ghana, Kenya) debt recovery matters.
  • Risk Management & Regulatory Compliance: Leading initiatives in AML, RBI, SEBI, and other regulatory frameworks, ensuring adherence to governance policies and mitigating reputational and operational risks.
  • Insurance & Risk Advisory: Proficiency in managing and advising on insurance portfolios, including liability, cyber, marine, and employee benefit products, while advising on insurance agreements and claims.

I thrive on aligning legal strategies with business objectives, mitigating risks, and fostering a culture of compliance and integrity. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to excellence, I aim to make a transformative impact as a Senior Counsel, driving strategic legal solutions and empowering organizations to navigate complex regulatory landscapes.