Yash Chawda

About Yash Chawda

As a qualified legal professional with a B.A.LL.B from PTRSU and LL.M in Corporate & Commercial Law from Amity University, I bring a robust mix of academic grounding and diverse legal experience to the table.Currently serving as a Senior Legal Executive at Drools Pet Food Pvt. Ltd, I manage pan-India legal operations including contract drafting and negotiation, litigation management, IP protection, and cross-functional legal advisory. I’ve successfully led engagements involving complex commercial contracts, risk mitigation plans, packaging compliance, and legal disputes across various judicial and quasi-judicial forums — including NCLT, CESTAT, MSME Council, Arbitration Councils, and High Courts.My past roles at VKJ Law Offices and Thukral Law Associates gave me substantial litigation and advisory exposure in IBC laws, indirect taxation, MSMED Act matters, construction disputes, and real estate sector challenges. I take particular pride in my ability to draft precise and persuasive pleadings—petitions, replies, rejoinders, and written submissions—and in my growing confidence as an oral advocate.My core areas of interest and strength include:Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC)Indirect Taxation & GSTDispute Resolution & RecoveryMSME Recovery MechanismsIP & Sports LawAdditionally, I have been instrumental in advising internal business stakeholders on pre-litigation risk, packaging law, and regulatory strategy, and I actively engage in legal awareness and compliance training initiatives.While I’ve worn many hats—intern, associate, leader, strategist—I’ve always remained a committed problem-solver and lifelong learner. I’m passionate about creating legally sound, commercially viable, and strategically aligned solutions for businesses, and I’m excited about opportunities that allow me to grow while contributing meaningfully.

Experience

1. Senior Legal Executive

   Drools

   Aug 2023 — Present

   Responsible for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts including JV, supply chain, M&A, lease, and vendor agreements. Provided legal support to all departments across India, advised on compliance, risk mitigation, IP protection, and dispute resolution. Managed litigation and coordinated with external counsels before Civil, Commercial, and High Courts. Ensured regulatory compliance, promoted legal awareness, and safeguarded company interests through proactive legal strategy.

Education

• Disha College of Science&Commerece Ram Nagar

  B.A.LL.B, Law

  2014 — 2019

• Amity University

  Master of Laws - LLM, Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Securities Law