Dr. Rakesh Kumar is a seasoned law professional with over 18 years of extensive experience in legal practice and academia. He possesses profound expertise in drafting legal documents, performing comprehensive legal research, and managing various administrative tasks. His specializations include corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, cyber law, and media law. Dr. Kumar has a notable history of successful case management and client representation in civil and criminal matters. He has a robust background in teaching and mentoring law students, developing legal training programs, and negotiating settlements.

Key Skills:

• Legal Research
• Artificial Intelligence
• Drafting Legal Documents
• Litigation
• Teaching and Mentoring
• Intellectual Property Law
• Information Technology Law
• Arbitration and Mediation
• Media Laws
• Insolvency and Bankruptcy Law
• Constitutional Law - Matrimonial Disputes

Professional Experience:

• Assistant Professor of Law (Grade 3), Galgotias University (2024).
  - Teaching IT Laws, IP Laws, and Arbitration Law - Engaged in administrative responsibilities and student activities.

• Assistant Professor of Law, GD Goenka University (2018-2022).
  - Taught IT Laws, IP Laws, and Arbitration Law.
  - Played an active role in administrative and student activities.

• Assistant Professor of Law as Ad-hoc Faculty, Law Centre II, University of Delhi (2014-2018).
  - Taught Civil and Criminal Procedure Codes, Drafting, Pleadings, and Conveyancing.
  - Practicing Advocate (2005-2013 then 2022 to 2024).
  - Practiced in the Supreme Court of India, Delhi High Court, and District Courts in Delhi. Specialized in Corporate Law, Cyber Law, Arbitration and Media Law.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. (Law), awarded from National Law University, Delhi (NLUD) in (2018).
• LL.M. for Foreign-Trained Lawyers, Temple University, USA (Pursuing).
• LL.M. in Cyber Laws, GGSIP University, New Delhi (2013).
• LL.M., Faculty of Law, University of Delhi (2011).
• LL.B., Law Centre-II, University of Delhi (2005).
• MBA in International Business, IIFT, New Delhi.
• PG Diploma in Judiciary and Court Management, NLU, Delhi.
• MAMC, Guru Jambheshwar University, Hissar.
• PG Diploma in Journalism, Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC), New Delhi.
• B.A. (Pass), University of Delhi.

Research Papers/Books:

• Authored numerous peer-reviewed articles on topics like witness protection, arbitration, and judicial review.
• Published a book titled "E-Governance and Judicial Management" (ISBN 978-93-85758-10-2).
• Digital Legal Research Proficiency:
• WESTLAW
• LEXISNEXIS
• BLOOMBERG
• MS Office Suite

Extracurricular Activities and Administrative Responsibilities:

Head of BCI Committee and Chair of Cyber Law at GD Goenka University.

Member of various committees, including Moot Court Society and Legal Aid Committee Organized and attended several conferences, workshops, and legal aid programs.

Strengths

Amicable, Punctual, Organized, Hard-working, and a Quick Learner - Strong communication and analytical skills - Effective in teamwork and leadership roles.

Hobbies:

Reading, Socializing, Traveling, Music, Playing TT, Chess, and Cricket.

Languages Known:

English – Hindi.

References:

1. Prof. (Dr.) G.S. Bajpayee, Hon’ble VC NLUD - Contact: +91 9711332268 - Email: gsbajpai@gmail.com
2. Prof. (Dr.) Harpreet Kaur, Hon’ble VC NLUJ - Contact: +91 9999311283 - Email: harpreet.kaur@nludelhi.ac.in
3. Prof. (Dr.) Usha Tandon, Hon’ble VC NLU Prayagraj, UP - Contact: +91 8287696327 - Email: utandon26@gmail.com

Personal Details:

Father’s Name: Sh. Harphool Singh (Ex-Serviceman).

Date of Birth: April 28, 1972.

Gender: Male

Address: House number 2574, HUDA Sector-57, near Hongkong Bazaar, Gurugram, 122001, Haryana.

Declaration:

I hereby declare that the above-mentioned particulars are true to the best of my knowledge.