S Abishek Keerthi

Associate

Phone

+91 8939843434

Email

abishek.keerthi@ksandk.com

Professional Summary:

Abishek Keerthi is a versatile lawyer with extensive expertise in Civil, Criminal, and Labour litigation. With significant experience representing clients in the High Court, Civil Courts, and various Tribunals, including Industrial Tribunals, he also excels in drafting and reviewing commercial contracts and corporate agreements, including technology contracts. Abishek is skilled in alternative dispute resolution, particularly Judge-led mediation, and has a strong focus on efficient settlements.

He holds a Diploma in Labour and Administrative Law, equipping him with specialized knowledge for practicing before Labour Courts and statutory authorities. His practice primarily represents management interests in industrial disputes. Additionally, Abishek’s background in Social Work adds a human-centered approach to his legal practice, allowing him to address both legal and social dynamics effectively.

Representative Clients:

Some of the notable clients handled include, Solara Active Pharma Sciences Limited, Standard Chartered Bank, Epson, DB Schenker, Reliance Retail Limited, Ford India Private Limited, Apex Analytx, Toyota Kirloskar Motors Private Limited, and Bonfiglioli Transmissions.

Indicative Experience

  • Civil Litigation and Drafting: Have provided multiple legal opinions concerning the scrutiny of the title of various immovable properties. Engaged in drafting a wide range of pleadings, including Plaint, Written Statements, Appeals, Memorandum of Grounds
    in Second Appeals, Civil Miscellaneous Appeals, Rejoinders, Written Submissions, Grounds for Civil Revision Petitions (CRP) and Perjury Applications. Successfully
    handled suits for Declaration, Permanent Injunction, Mandatory Injunction, Specific Performance, Recovery of Money, and Family Law cases under Hindu laws. Provided counsel on property-related legal matters, including reviewing and analyzing documents for property transactions. Additionally, assisted senior counsel in testamentary
    jurisdiction matters such as drafting and filing Testamentary Original Suits (T.O.S). Handled matters relating to services before the Writ Court.
  • Litigation Management: Coordinated and managed litigation activities, ensuring timely filings and adherence to procedural laws. Engaged in court appearances across various jurisdictions, including High Courts, Labour Tribunals, and Magistrate Courts.Additionally, assisted senior counsel in various Civil suits including testamentary jurisdiction matters. Handled matters relating to Service Jurisprudence before the Writ Court.
  • Legal Research and Client Advisory: Conducted in-depth legal research and case law analysis to provide comprehensive advice to clients on various legal
    matters. Maintained compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, offering proactive solutions to mitigate legal risks.
  • Criminal Litigation: Handled cases under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1882, and other criminal matters. Handled bail-related applications, including drafting and filing bail, cancellation, and modification petitions.

Corporate and Commercial Agreements: Drafted, Negotiated, and Reviewed various agreements such as Service Agreements, Marketing Agreements, Trademark Licensing Agreements, Trademark Assignment Agreements, Lease Agreements, and Non-Disclosure Agreements. Ensured enforcement of contract management and compliance within the corporate setting.

Labour and Employment Matters: Represented clients before Labour Courts, Industrial Tribunals, and High Courts. Drafted Employment Agreements, Counter Statements, Proof Affidavits, and Writ Petitions. Argued before various authorities such as the Commissioner of Labour, Labour Courts, and
other statutory bodies.