Our Team
A dedicated team driven by knowledge, collaboration, and excellence. At Legal Counsellia, we work together to empower aspiring legal professionals and create meaningful learning experiences. ⚖️✨
Our Team
BOARD OF MEMBERS
6+ years of professional legal experience Specialisation in Criminal Laws and Forensic Laws Skilled in criminal trials, bail matters, anticipatory bail, and procedural strategy Strong expertise under the Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Act, including compliance, inquiries, and advisory Experience in conducting and assisting Internal Committee (IC) proceedings for workplaces Advisory role in criminal investigations involving forensic evidence Regular appearance before Punjab & Haryana High Court and subordinate courts Actively involved in POSH awareness, sensitisation programmes, and legal education initiatives
Adv. Sejal Mehendiratta
CEO & Founder
Piyush Pandey is a legal professional with over 6 years of experience, specialising in Constitutional Law and Public Policy Governance. His practice is particularly focused on Health Laws and Medical Jurisprudence, where he engages with complex legal and regulatory frameworks affecting healthcare and public welfare. He has research and advisory experience in global diplomacy and international legal frameworks, along with strong involvement in rights-based legal research and policy analysis. Piyush actively handles constitutional and administrative matters, including legal drafting and representation, and remains deeply engaged in academic research and legal writing, contributing to informed and progressive legal discourse.
Adv. Piyush Pandey
CO-Founder & Managing Partner
6+ years of professional legal experience Specialisation in Corporate Laws and Commercial Litigation Expertise in Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) matters Experience in Banking Laws and financial dispute resolution Advisory role in corporate compliance and regulatory frameworks Representation in debt recovery and insolvency proceeding Strong background in contract drafting and corporate advisory
Adv. Isha Sinha
CO-Founder
Balmukund Thakur is an experienced Legal Instructor with over 4 years of dedicated experience in constitutional law and property law. His teaching focuses on property law, property disputes, and land-related legal concepts, with an emphasis on practical understanding and application of law. He brings a clear, structured, and student-focused approach to legal education, case analysis, and conceptual learning.
Balmukund Thakur
Knowledge Partner
7 years of professional litigation and tribunal practice Specialisation in Motor Vehicles Act (MVA) matters, including accident claims and insurance disputes Strong practice in Consumer Protection Laws Experience in Labour and Employment Law disputes for employees and management Regular appearances before Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) Practice before judicial and quasi-judicial authorities including Arbitration, DRT and RERA Skilled in legal drafting, pleadings and oral advocacy Known for strategic, client-focused case handling
Adv. Ricky Verma
Senior Partner
6 years of professional practice Expertise in Consumer Protection Laws Experience in Labour and Employment disputes Practice in Civil Laws, Corporate Laws and Family Laws Represents clients before appropriate judicial and quasi-judicial forums Experience in handling cases under Anti-Corruption Laws, including vigilance and related criminal proceedings Skilled in legal drafting, pleadings, and effective representation before courts and quasi-judicial authorities Known for a client-centric approach and strategic handling of complex legal disputes
Adv. Sambhav Jain
Advisory Member
35+ years of legal practice Senior Panel Counsel for the Government of India Expert in Service Law, Labour Law and Industrial Disputes Extensive practice before CAT, Punjab & Haryana High Court and subordinate courts Advisor on arbitration, business and financial matters Trusted counsel for government bodies and private institutions
Adv. K.K. Thakur
24+ years of experience in Criminal Law Renowned criminal defence lawyer Regular practice before Punjab & Haryana High Court and subordinate courts Successfully handled and defended complex criminal cases Recognised for strong courtroom advocacy
Adv. Ravinder Kumar Bhatti
25+ years of experience at the Bar Expertise in Civil, Criminal, Constitutional and Matrimonial Law Experience in acquisitions, negotiations and commercial transactions Regular practice before Punjab & Haryana High Court and subordinate courts Provides arbitration and commercial legal advisory services
Adv. Manish Joshi
15+ years of legal experience Specialisation in Criminal Law, Service Law and Arbitration Practiced before Punjab & Haryana High Court and subordinate courts Advisor on business and financial legal matters Known for effective and result-oriented litigation strategies
Adv. Naresh Kalia
15+ years of professional legal experience Panel Counsel and Retainer, State Legal Services Authority (SLSA), Chandigarh Panel Counsel, Chandigarh Judicial Academy Panel Counsel, Panjab University Panel Counsel, National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) Member, Committee to Help Harassed Women of Punjab & Haryana Member, National Council for Akhil Bharatiya Adhivakta Parishad (ABAP) Mahila Pramukh, Adhivakta Parishad, Chandigarh Member, Advisory Committee, Vidya Bharti Schools, Mohali District Member, Labour Court, Mohali (POSH – Women at Workplace) Actively involved in women empowerment and social justice initiatives
Adv. Poonam Thakur
13+ years of professional experience Specialisation in Contracts and Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)
Adv. Glory Pathak
KNOWLEDGE PARTNERS
Dr. Chetan Trivedi is an experienced legal academic and researcher, currently serving as Assistant Professor of Law at Amity University, Noida. With prior teaching experience at Chandigarh University, PSIT Kanpur, and as Guest Faculty, he brings strong academic depth to legal education. He holds a Ph.D. in Law and an LL.M. in Business Law, with research interests in corporate fraud, cyber law, and the role of AI in legal awareness. His work focuses on integrating technology with law to make legal knowledge more accessible and future-ready.
CHETAN TRIVEDI
He is an accomplished academician and legal researcher with a Ph.D. from Aligarh Muslim University and over 2.5 years of teaching experience as an Assistant Professor at Chandigarh University. His core expertise spans Constitutional Law, Medical & Health Laws, Commercial to socio-legal and policy discourse. He has authored and edited multiple books and book chapters on health, environment, and governance. A dedicated mentor, he has guided 12 LL.M. scholars and is supervising a Ph.D. candidate. Dr. Lone is an active conference speaker, faculty trainer, and MOOC content expert under SWAYAM. His work bridges law, public health, technology, and human rights with real-world impact.
DR. AJAZ AFZAL LONE
Dr. Ashwani Kumar is a seasoned academic and sociologist with over 7 years of teaching experience, currently serving as Assistant Professor at Chandigarh University. He holds a Ph.D. in Sociology from Panjab University, Chandigarh and is UGC NET–JRF qualified. His academic expertise lies in Rural Sociology and Political Sociology, with a strong focus on understanding social structures, rural challenges, and political dynamics. He is deeply committed to advancing sociological knowledge and contributing to meaningful social change
DR.ASHWANI KUMAR
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