Saraswoti Shah

Mobile: +9779851050736
Email: shah.saraswoti@gmail.com

Saraswoti Shah is an experienced advocate, mediator, and arbitration practitioner with over 9 years of experience in civil and criminal law. She specializes in corporate law and employment-related issues focusing on eliminating discrimination and harassment. Certified as a Trainer of Trainers (TOT), Saraswoti has provided extensive training on civil and criminal codes, mediation, and workplace safety. She has trained numerous organizations on improving work environments by addressing psychological and sexual harassment. Saraswoti is also a lifetime member of NEPCA and serves as an Assistant Professor at Kathmandu University School of Law, further showcasing her academic and professional expertise.

Employment Details:

• Union Legal Service and Research Centre, Anamnagar, Kathmandu, Nepal Job Title: Associate Employment Period: February 2016 – Present
• Gopal Shah Immigration PC, Berkeley, California, USA Job Title: Associate Employment Period: 2021 – 2022
• Kathmandu University School of Law (KUSL), University Road, Dhulikhel Job Title: Assistant Professor Employment Period: April 25, 2024 – Present

Education

• LLM in International Law – Penn State University (2021 – 2022)
• LLM in Corporate Law – Tribhuvan University, Nepal (2018)
• Master’s Degree in Sociology & Anthropology – Tribhuvan University, Nepal (2019)
• Bachelor’s Degree (Law) – Purbanchal University, Nepal (2015)
• Bachelor’s Degree (Journalism) – Tribhuvan University, Nepal

Professional Development:

• Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint) & Diploma in Graphic Designing
• Participation in Moot Court Competition (2011)
• EDP Training Program (Cottage and Small Industry District Office)
• Completed Driving Training (New Sagarmatha Driving Training Center)
• Election Observer (Constituent Assembly of Nepal, 2013)
• Training Program on Civil and Criminal Code (2017) – Kathmandu District Court Bar Association
• Mediation Training (December 2019) – Kathmandu District Court, Nepal
• 15 Days Arbitration Training (Berkley University)
• M-TOT Training (2023) – Mediation Council and Mediation Nepal
• Arbitration Training (December 2022) – NEPCA
• Lifetime Member of NEPCA (since 2023)
• Assistant Profesor, Kathmandu University

Specialization

Specializing in corporate law, international relations, and alternative dispute resolution, with a focus on arbitration.Advocating for justice and fairness by representing underprivileged individuals, victims, or marginalized parties.Making a positive societal impact through pro bono work and involvement in public interest initiatives.Sharing knowledge and growing professionally through ongoing education and skill development.Contributing to legal scholarship and thought leadership by publishing articles or speaking atconferences.Building a strong reputation and network within the legal and academic fields.Embracing diverse opportunities and challenges to acquire knowledge and skills for real-world applications.

Areas of Focus:

• Corporate Law: Handling cases related to corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, and intellectual property.
• International Relations: Advising on international legal matters and cross-border disputes.
• Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR): Specializing in arbitration and mediation, with a focus on resolving disputes efficiently.
• Litigation: Providing legal representation in various disputes and complex litigation cases.
• Pro Bono Work: Committed to representing underprivileged and marginalized individuals.
• Public Interest Initiatives: Engaging in activities that benefit the broader community.
• Training Program on Civil and Criminal Code (2017) – Kathmandu District Court Bar Association
• Mediation Training (December 2019) – Kathmandu District Court, Nepal
• 15 Days Arbitration Training (Berkley University)
• M-TOT Training (2023) – Mediation Council and Mediation Nepal
• Arbitration Training (December 2022) – NEPCA
• Lifetime Member of NEPCA (since 2023)