Karan Desai
About Karan Desai
Karan Desai is a Senior Contracts Lawyer with extensive experience in legal drafting, contract negotiations, and corporate advisory, currently working at Elevate.
Current Role at Elevate
Karan Desai serves as a Senior Contracts Lawyer at Elevate. In this role, he manages a diverse portfolio of legal responsibilities, focusing on contract negotiations and legal compliance. His work involves extensive legal drafting, including real estate instruments such as Sale Deeds, Lease Deeds, and Tripartite Maintenance Agreements. Karan's expertise in contract law and compliance ensures that the legal frameworks within which the company operates are robust and effective.
Education and Expertise
Karan Desai studied at the Institute of Company Secretaries of India, where he focused on Business/Commerce and law. He also holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB Hons) from Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, completed in 2017. Karan has pursued additional training in Cyber Law, Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), and corporate law, reflecting his commitment to continuous learning and professional development. He is currently learning Japanese as a personal interest.
Professional Background
Karan Desai has a diverse professional background in legal roles across various organizations. He worked as In-House Counsel at DLF Limited from 2019 to 2021, where he handled the entire portfolio of office spaces in the Gurugram and Chandigarh regions. Prior to that, he served as a Legal Associate at TPM Solicitors & Consultants, focusing on safeguarding Indian manufacturers against foreign dumping practices. His earlier experience includes roles at INMACS Law Offices and PAV Law Offices, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of legal practices.
Legal Experience and Skills
Karan Desai possesses hands-on experience in contract negotiations and due diligence. His expertise extends to conducting research in Arbitration Laws, Special Economic Zones (SEZ) Laws, and corporate advisory. He has developed skills in legal drafting, particularly in real estate, which includes creating Sale Deeds and Lease Deeds. Karan's multifaceted legal experience equips him to address complex legal challenges effectively.