SAMIR SHAH

Charlottesville, ***** VA

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SUMMARY

Highly accomplished professional with a proven track record of leading and growing organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, financial management, and team development. Implements practical business strategies and stays informed about industry trends and best practices. Results-driven leader driving growth, improving operations, and executing strategic plans. Proficient in financial management and stakeholder relations. Collaborative and dedicated to building and leading talented individuals. Self-motivated and innovative, with a background in increasing profits, reducing costs, and enhancing customer service. Experienced in leading operational and sales teams. Entrepreneurial Founder with a passion for turning ideas into results. Successful in formulating and executing strategic plans, creating new products, and identifying business opportunities.

SKILLS

Sales Management

Collaboration

Operations Management

Leadership

Stakeholder Relations

Team Development

Entrepreneurship

Problem Solving

Financial Management

Strategic Planning

Goal Setting

Organizational Skills

Talent Acquisition

Communication

EXPERIENCE

Founder / S.U. Shah & Associates - Ahmedabad, India 01/2004 - 02/2023

Expertise in contract drafting, reviewing, management, negotiation, and dispute settlement

Efficiently managed financial, operational, and human resources to optimize business performance

Developed an organizational mission statement through extensive collaboration and review

Devised organizational vision, mission and foundational structure to facilitate early growth.

Delivered speeches and attended industry conferences to promote company image and engage with buyers.

Assembled a proficient team of legal and business professionals to provide comprehensive advice on various business and related matters

Active involvement in alternative dispute resolution (ADR), particularly arbitration and mediation, serving as a Counsel, Arbitrator, Mediator, Trainer, Mentor, and Coach

Offered services in arbitration, mediation, and conciliation, civil and commercial litigation, consumer disputes, contractual and commercial disputes, corporate law and restructuring, and other related areas

Delivered investment guidance and structuring, as well as legal and financial due diligence

Provided documentation, advisory services, and counseling for family and matrimonial disputes

Visionary and Founder / ADR BAR 11/2022 - Current

Devised organizational vision, mission and foundational structure to facilitate early growth.Approved and negotiated contracts with distributors and suppliers.

Delivered speeches and attended industry conferences to promote company image and engage with buyers.

Developed mission and vision statements for the organization, designed to be utilized by employees.

Nurtured a company culture focused on forward-thinking, inclusivity, and driving performance, leading to industry innovations.

Collaborated extensively and conducted thorough reviews to establish the organization's mission statement.

Approved and negotiated contracts with distributors and suppliers.

Analyzed operations to evaluate company performance, determining areas of potential improvement.

Director / Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, Branch - India 01/2012 - Current

Recruited, hired and trained employees on operations and performance expectations.

Delivered trainings to students and professionals in international commercial arbitration as an accredited faculty member.

Cultivated and maintained relationships to promote positive work culture.

Planned and executed seminars, events, workshops, and conferences to enhance promotion and awareness of international arbitration.

Personally encouraged and motivated students and professionals to engage in the institution's training courses.

Managed staff, financials and key performance indicators to facilitate business operations.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

LL.B: Law 01/1994

Campus Law Centre, University of Delhi

B.Com (Hon): Business and Management Economics 01/1991

Delhi University

HSC 05/1988

Sardar Patel Vidyalaya - New, Delhi

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

In 1994, I embarked on my legal career in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, by joining the Bar Council of Gujarat as a registered member. This marked the beginning of my professional journey in the field of law.

Created highly effective new program that significantly impacted efficiency and improved operations.

Established and managed a proprietary law firm, S. U. SHAH & ASSOCIATES, specializing in Arbitration & Conciliation, Consumer disputes, matrimonial issues and counseling, commercial disputes, and diverse Civil Litigations throughout Gujarat.

Retained by diverse clients, including multinational corporations, financial institutions, and insurance companies, for legal due diligence, contract drafting, registration, and representation in Gujarat and across India.

Appointed as the Sole Arbitrator for high-profile Franchisee Disputes, Commercial Arbitration Disputes, and Construction Disputes, demonstrating impartiality and expertise in rendering fair and enforceable decisions.

Retained as Counsel for a corporate client to lead Arbitration Proceedings for loan/mortgage recovery, including Receiver Orders, arbitration agreement invocation, arbitrator appointment, and representation until the issuance and enforcement of the Award.

Served as a dedicated Counsel, adept at representing clients in Arbitration Proceedings, preparing pleadings and case papers, conducting persuasive arguments, and navigating Challenge proceedings.

Demonstrated expertise in conducting legal due diligence, drafting a wide range of legal documents, and representing clients in litigation before Trial Courts, District Courts, the Gujarat High Court, Debt Recovery Tribunal, and various quasi-Judicial Authorities.

Successfully completed the Articles for Solicitor during tenure at a renowned Solicitor's Firm in Gujarat.

Mentored and coached teams from prestigious institutions, including Fudan University, Shanghai, Kathmandu Law University, Nepal, and National Law Universities in India, for the Willem C. Vis (East) International Commercial Arbitration Moot Competition in Hong Kong.

Invited as a speaker and actively participated in various National and International Conferences on Arbitration and Mediation.

Recognized as a distinguished Panel Arbitrator Judge for the Willem C. Vis (East) International Commercial Arbitration Moot Competition in Hong Kong and the International Moot Competition in Shanghai, China.

Conducted comprehensive training courses as a Tutor for CIArb-India, enhancing the professional skills of aspiring Arbitrators in Mumbai, Delhi, and Chennai.

Accumulated 27 years of dynamic legal practice and experience.

Advised and provided assistance to major clients, including government entities, corporate organizations, and individuals.

Established a strong reputation in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), particularly in family/matrimonial and commercial disputes.

Active member of INDO-CHINA CULTURAL AND ECONOMIC COUNCIL (ICEC) and INDO-CANADIAN BUSINESS CENTER (ICBC), providing legal advice, corporate structuring, joint venture guidance, and company incorporation services to Chinese and Canadian companies.

Proficient in cross-border trade advisory, ensuring compliance with international laws and drafting robust agreements and contracts.

ACTIVITIES AND HONORS

Advocate – India / Arbitrator / Mediator

Director – Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (London) – CIArb – India Branch

Co-founder & Executive Committee Member – Energy Related Arbitration Practitioners (ENRAP) – India Chapter

Advisory Board Member – Gujarat International Maritime Arbitration Center

Panel Arbitrator – Court of Arbitration for Art (CAfA), Netherland

Faculty / Trainer – Mediation – IM Campus, Germany

Member – National Committee for legal Services – Confederation of Indian Industries (CII)

LANGUAGES

English Hindi Gujarati

Expert proficiency Expert proficiency Expert proficiency

THE FIRM'S PRIMARY AREAS OF EXPERTISE ENCOMPASS:

Arbitration, Mediation and Conciliation

Civil & Commercial Litigation

Consumer Disputes

Contractual and Commercial Disputes

Corporate Law & Restructuring and other related services

Documentation and Advisory

Family & Matrimonial Dispute and Counseling

Immigration Law & Advise and VISA guidance (for Canada)

Investment guidance and structuring

Legal and Financial Due Diligences

Maritime law and Shipping Consultancy including Dispute Resolution.\

Mergers and Acquisitions

Personal law and guidance

Real Estate and Property

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