Sonia Khandekar
About Sonia Khandekar
Sonia Khandekar is an Associate currently working at A&O Shearman in New York. She has a diverse background in law and project management, having held positions at notable organizations including BNP Paribas, Shearman & Sterling, and Planned Parenthood Federation of America.
Current Role at A&O Shearman
Sonia Khandekar currently serves as an Associate at A&O Shearman, a position she has held since 2024. She operates out of the New York, New York office. In this role, she is involved in various legal matters, contributing her expertise and experience gained from previous positions in the legal field.
Previous Experience at Shearman & Sterling LLP
Before joining A&O Shearman, Sonia Khandekar worked at Shearman & Sterling LLP as an Associate from 2019 to 2024. During her tenure, she engaged in a range of legal practices and gained substantial experience in the legal sector. Additionally, she was a Summer Associate at the firm in 2018, where she further developed her legal skills.
Internship Experience at Planned Parenthood and Social Security Administration
In 2017, Sonia Khandekar completed internships that provided her with valuable legal experience. She worked as a Litigation and Law Intern at Planned Parenthood Federation of America for four months in the Greater New York City Area. Additionally, she served as a Legal Intern at the Social Security Administration for three months, also in the Greater New York City Area.
Education and Academic Background
Sonia Khandekar studied at Fordham University School of Law, where she developed her legal knowledge and skills. Prior to her law education, she attended Cornell University, earning a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree with a focus on Economics, Government, and International Relations.
Project Management Experience at Epic
Before her legal career, Sonia Khandekar worked as a Project Manager and Implementation Consultant at Epic from 2012 to 2016. In this role, she was responsible for managing projects and ensuring successful implementations within the healthcare sector, based in the Madison, Wisconsin Area.