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I am Akshay Sreevatsa, a legal professional and academic with expertise in emerging technologies, particularly Generative AI, and the intersection of law and technology. With extensive experience in legal research, teaching, and consultancy, I enjoy developing legal AI models and contributing to legal scholarship. I have taught at several prestigious institutions across India and have worked on impactful research in criminal law, international law, and AI regulations.
My work spans independent legal practice, content creation for e-learning, and consulting on data privacy, communication platforms, and regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions. I am passionate about advancing legal education and bridging technology and law to foster innovation while preserving human discretion and accountability.
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Work Experience
Independent Legal Practice - Advocate & Consultant at Akshay Sreevatsa
January 1, 2019 - PresentProviding consultancy services, drafting MSAs, reviewing playbooks, advising on legal issues, and offering topical opinions and assistance in negotiations, dispute resolution, and contractual agreements. Experienced in civil and criminal litigation, legal drafting, documentation, and advisory on emerging laws such as cryptocurrency regulation. Legal consultancy to prominent clients including Sun Mobility, Videocon, and Yes Bank.
Freelance Consultant (Pro-Bono) at STARAM Analytics
September 30, 2024 - July 23, 2025Evaluated Legal Gen AI models based on Knowledge Graphs to reduce inaccuracies and hallucinations, procured data sets for testing and training, collaborated on information flow patterns especially relating to the Negotiable Instruments Act, and provided legal academic perspectives. Worked under the tutelage of Mr. Joseph Pookkatt in developing more accurate AI models that support human discretion in legal decisions.
External Legal Consultant at Kaleyra Inc. [Now Tata Telecom]
November 30, 2023 - July 23, 2025Handled intermediary liability, data protection, privacy, and communication platform legal issues. Drafted and reviewed contracts including MSAs, NDAs, and SLAs. Ensured regulatory compliance across APAC and ME regions. Prepared legal notices, negotiation assistance, and dispute mediation. Produced research papers and briefs on evolving cross-border transactional legal frameworks.
Assisting Counsel at S. Sreevatsa, Senior Advocate, High Court of Karnataka & Supreme Court Of India
December 31, 2018 - July 23, 2025Engaged in briefing, research, and preparation of cases before various levels of courts including the Supreme Court of India. Worked on diverse client matters as assigned by the senior counsel.
Principal Legal Counsel – Litigation at Sreevatsa Associates, Bengaluru
March 31, 2016 - July 23, 2025Advised clients on civil disputes, alternate dispute resolution, and transactional matters involving immovable property. Drafted legal documents, conducted litigation before district and high courts, tribunals, and debt recovery entities. Participated in negotiations, arbitrations, and mediation to promote speedy dispute resolution.
Associate, Litigation Division at Dua Associates, Advocates Bangalore
July 31, 2012 - July 23, 2025Practiced in various courts including High Court of Karnataka and Consumer Forum. Responsibilities included drafting, filing, attending cases, argument preparation, and allied legal research covering criminal, civil, arbitration, constitutional, family, and property law.
Independent Legal Practice - Advocate & Consultant at Akshay Sreevatsa
January 1, 2019 - PresentProviding consultancy services including drafting of MSAs, reviewing playbooks, advising on legal issues, providing opinions and assistance in negotiations, dispute resolution, and contractual agreements. Experienced in civil and criminal litigation with expertise in negotiable instruments cases, insolvency and bankruptcy law, technological regulatory compliance, and cryptocurrency regulation. Skilled negotiator and advocate of dispute resolution through private institutional mediation.
Freelance Consultant (Pro-Bono) at STARAM Analytics
September 30, 2024 - July 23, 2025Evaluated Legal Gen AI models based on Knowledge Graphs to reduce inaccuracies and hallucinations with the aim to augment human decision-making. Procured data sets for testing and training, collaborated on defining information flow patterns, and provided legal academic perspectives relevant to AI, focusing on the Negotiable Instruments Act.
External Legal Consultant at Kaleyra Inc. [Now, Tata Telecom]
November 30, 2023 - July 23, 2025Handled intermediary liability, data protection, privacy, and communication platform legal matters across APAC & ME regions. Drafted and reviewed contracts, revised playbooks, ensured regulatory compliance, drafted legal notices, participated in negotiations, and prepared research papers and briefs for international leadership on evolving laws and cross-border transactional regulations.
Assisting Counsel at S. Sreevatsa, Senior Advocate, High Court of Karnataka & Supreme Court Of India
December 31, 2018 - July 23, 2025Engaged in briefing, research, and preparation for cases before various courts including the Supreme Court of India. Worked on client matters per engaging counsel's instructions.
Principal Legal Counsel – Litigation at Sreevatsa Associates
March 31, 2016 - July 23, 2025Advised clients on civil disputes, arbitration, mediation, and transactional matters involving immovable property. Drafted documents and conducted cases before multiple courts and tribunals. Participated in negotiations and dispute resolution promoting ADR methods.
Associate, Litigation Division at Dua Associates, Advocates Bangalore
July 31, 2012 - July 23, 2025Handled cases before various courts and tribunals. Responsible for drafting, filing, attending matters, assisting in arguments and witness preparation, and legal research across several law domains.
Education
Ph.D./D.B.A. in Emerging Technology at Golden Gate University, San Francisco
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2027L.L.M. at University of California, Berkeley School of Law (Boalt Hall)
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2014B.A., L.L.B. (Hons.) at National Law School of India University, Bangalore
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2011Ph.D./D.B.A. at Golden Gate University, San Francisco
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2027L.L.M. at University of California, Berkeley School of Law (Boalt Hall)
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2014B.A., L.L.B. (Hons.) at National Law School of India University, Bangalore
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2011Qualifications
IMIA Qualified Mediator Certified by CAMP, Bengaluru & Edwards Mediation Academy, USA
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024Licensed Attorney (Bar Council of India qualified)
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2024IMIA Qualified Mediator Certified
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024Licensed Attorney (Bar Council of India qualified)
January 1, 2012 - July 23, 2025Industry Experience
Professional Services, Education, Telecommunications, Financial Services, Government, Software & Internet
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