Veer Dhaliwal
About Veer Dhaliwal
Veer Dhaliwal is a Senior Legal Counsel at Arup in Australia, specializing in legal and commercial strategy for major projects. He has extensive experience in law, intellectual property, and technology leadership across various roles and organizations.
Title and Current Roles
Veer Dhaliwal is currently serving as the Senior Legal Counsel and IP, Digital & Technology Lead (Australasia) at Arup. He has been with the company in these roles since 2021. In these positions, he provides legal and commercial strategy advice for projects that surpass $100 million in value, and engages closely with project teams to facilitate effective collaboration with various stakeholders.
Previous Work Experience
Veer Dhaliwal has a diverse professional background, having held several significant roles in various organizations. He worked as Legal Counsel at Arup from 2021 to 2023 and held leadership roles at the Asian Australian Lawyers Association, serving as National Discipline and Grievance Officer and Founder & Inaugural President (A.C.T.). Veer also gained experience as a Lawyer and National Culture and Identity Network Leader at Sparke Helmore Lawyers between 2019 and 2021. His earlier career includes roles such as Commercial Officer at Northrop Grumman, Head of Patent & Trade Marks Administration at IP Solved, and Senior Consultant at Datacom.
Educational Background
Veer Dhaliwal has an extensive educational background, primarily focusing on law. He earned a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from Western Sydney University between 2013 and 2018. Additionally, he holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biology/Biological Sciences and attended Western Sydney University from 2013 to 2017. Veer also completed a Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Mechanical Engineering from the same university in 2013. Further advancing his legal expertise, he obtained a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice and a Legal Practice Management Certificate from The College of Law Australia in 2018 and 2021, respectively.
Professional Skills and Contributions
Throughout his career, Veer Dhaliwal has focused on providing substantial legal and strategic support for high-value projects. His skills include advising on legal and commercial strategies, addressing cashflow issues in major projects, and assisting with variations and fee claims to optimize financial recovery. Veer is noted for his ability to mentor and supervise paralegals, graduate lawyers, and junior lawyers. In addition, he liaises with colleagues in East Asia and globally, attending to procurement and legal requests.
Industry-Specific Involvement
Veer Dhaliwal plays an active role in the legal industry, particularly within the context of commercial law and project management. His contributions at organizations like Arup and the Asian Australian Lawyers Association underscore his dedication to promoting legal integrity and compliance. Additionally, his engagement with industry practices extends beyond legal advisories, including leadership roles and strategy-centered positions that facilitate broader organizational goals.