Name: Dr. Mrinal Sankar Raste
Designation:Former Vice-Chancellor of Symbiosis International Educational Centre (SIEC), Pune and Law Academician
Current Workplace: Retired

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Dr. Raste Mrinal Sankar is a distinguished and notable luminary in the field of legal academia in India. With a stellar academic foundation, he earned his LL.M. and Ph.D. from the prestigious University of Pune, followed by an illustrious career spanning over 27 years in both academic and administrative roles.

Prior to joining Advisory Board, School of Law, Sandip University, Nashik, he served as the Vice-Chancellor of Symbiosis International Educational Centre (SIEC), Pune, where his visionary leadership was instrumental in elevating the institution's stature. Later worked in other responsible capacities such as Principal, Symbiosis Society’s Law College, Dean, Faculty of Law, University of Pune and Academic Council Member, University of Pune. He is a member of several academic and professional bodies like Research & Recognition Committee, Dr. Ambedkar University, Syllabus Reform Committee, University of Pune, Institute of Criminology and the World Jurist Organisation, to name a few.

A prolific scholar and dedicated educator, Dr. Raste has made significant contributions through his editorial work on various esteemed journals and by presenting his research at numerous national and international conferences.

Name: Adv. Nitin Baburao Thakare
Designation:Chairman, Bar Association, Nashik and Sarchitnis, Maratha Vidya Prasarak Samaj, Nashik
Current Workplace: District and Sessions Court, Nashik

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Adv. Nitin Baburao Thakare is a prominent legal professional and a respected social leader with extensive experience in law, education, and social service. As the Sarchitnis of the Maratha Vidya Prasarak Samaj (MVP), a 108-year-old renowned educational institution in Maharashtra, he has played a pivotal role in steering the organization toward excellence in education. His leadership extends to various prestigious positions, including President of the Nashik Bar Association and President of the Yashwantrao Chavan Pratishthan, Nashik Region.

Adv. Thakare has been honored with numerous accolades, such as the Son of the Soil Award, Nashik Ratna Award, and an Honorary Doctorate from the International Thames University, Paris. His unwavering commitment to social causes and educational development has earned him recognition as a torchbearer in the community.

Under his guidance, MVP Samaj has flourished, now encompassing 489 branches with over 220,000 students and 10,000 staff members. His visionary leadership continues to shape the future of education in Maharashtra, reflecting his dedication to "Discipline, Quality, and Transparency."

Name: Dr. Jayram Raghunath
Designation:Dean and Professor
Current Workplace: Manipal University, Jaipur

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Dr. Jayaram Raghunath is a renowned academician with extensive experience in legal education, specializing in Intellectual Property Rights Law. Dr. Jayaram holds a Ph.D. and LL.M. in Intellectual Property Rights Law from MG University, Kerala, and a BAL. LL.B. from Mangalore University. His interests include rifle shooting, travel, and music.

He currently serves as the Dean and Professor at Manipal University Jaipur, where he has played a pivotal role in elevating the Faculty of Law to a prominent position, including achieving a NIRF ranking of 29 in 2023. Dr. Jayaram has previously held leadership roles at various institutions, including the Co-operative School of Law and Mar Gregorios College of Law, where he was instrumental in establishing and enhancing their Legal Education frameworks.

He has been involved in numerous initiatives, such as founding the Manipal International Centre for Conflict Resolution, partnering with the International Bar Association, and implementing innovative academic programs. His research contributions are widely recognized, and he is actively involved in academic collaborations both Nationally and Internationally.

He has Authored several research articles/publications. Organised, Chaired, Presented, and Participated in several International and national conferences and seminars, and delivered several lectures and talks at institutes of repute.

Name: Dr. Bhupal Bhattacharya
Designation:Assistant Professor
Current Workplace: Raiganj University, West Bengal

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Dr. Bhupal Bhattacharya is a seasoned Academic and Legal Professional with a rich of experience in various facets of the Legal Industry, including Arbitration, Litigation, and Legal Education. He is Currently working as an Assistant Professor with Department of Law, Raiganj University, A State Government University, West Bengal.

His expertise spans both corporate and academic environments, having served as an advocate in top law firms and as a faculty member at prestigious institutions like the National Law University. His areas of expertise include Constitutional Law, Administrative Law and Jurisprudence. His Leadership in academia is marked by his commitment to fostering innovative Legal Education and Research, making him a vital member of the advisory board.

He has published extensively in the field of Law, contributing to several National and International journals.

Name: Adv. Jaydeep Shrirang Vaishampayan
Designation:Advocate
Current Workplace: District and Sessions Court, Nashik

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Adv. Jaydeep Shrirang Vaishampayan is a highly accomplished Legal Professional with extensive experience in Criminal Law, Consumer Law, and Cyber Law. He has completed his LL.B. and LL.M from Pune University along with several diplomas in cyber-related disciplines from Pune University.

As an advocate, he has represented clients in over 900 cases in the Nashik District Court and appeared before various Courts across Maharashtra and other States. His expertise extends to advising the Maharashtra Police on Cybercrime, and also has served as a Special Public Prosecutor for the Government of Maharashtra. Sir's legal acumen is further recognized through his roles as Legal Counsel for numerous Corporates and Educational Institutions. He is also dedicated to academia, serving as a visiting faculty at the Maharashtra Police Academy and other Educational Institutes, and actively contributes to community welfare through various lectures and social initiatives.

He has also been elected unopposed as Vice President of Nashik Education Society, Nashik. The said educational institute has approximately 23 renowned Schools spread in the Nashik District and approximately 18,000 students take education in various Schools. The said educational institute has a legacy of more than 100 years.

Currently acting as a Chairman of the School Committee of Rangubai Junnare English Medium High School, Nashik.

Name: Prof. (Dr.) G.S. Bajpai
Designation: Vice-Chancellor
Current Workplace: Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Punjab

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Prof. (Dr.) G.S. Bajpai serves as the Vice Chancellor of Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law (RGNUL), Punjab. He has more than 30 years of professional experience as an author, researcher, teacher and administrator. He has been appointed as Convenor, Committee for Reforms in Criminal Laws set up by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, Member of the Advisory Board for Development of Legal Education & Legal Profession of the Bar Council of India; Member of the Standing Committee of the Legal Education Committee of the Bar Council of India; Member, General Council, Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University, Visakhapatnam; Member, Punjab State Legal Services Authority and Member, State Legal Services Authority, U.T., Chandigarh. He has previously served as the Registrar, National Law University Delhi; Professor of Criminology & Criminal Justice (Law); Chair Professor at K.L Arora Chair in Criminal Law; as well as the Chairperson of the Centre for Criminology &Victimology at National Law University Delhi.

He has also served as Professor (Law & Development) & Chairperson at the Centre

Name: Dr.Vijaykumar Shrikrushna Chowbe
Designation : Pro Vice-Chancellor
Current Workplace: SantGadge Baba Amravati University, Amravati

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Serving as Pro VC, at SantGadge Baba Amravati University, Amravati. Dr.Choube possesses B.Sc., LL.M., M.A. (Eng. Lit), MMCJ (Journalism) Ph.D. (Law). NET (Twice in Law) SET (Law & Journalism). 66 Certificates with more than 90% score from different Universities across the world + 5 certificates from World Intellectual Property Organisation, Geneva.

He is also pursuing LL.D under the guidance of Dr. A. Laxminath, Vice Chancellor, Chanakya National Law University, Patana on “Patentability of inventions relating to life

Sir held the posts of Ex-Dean, Faculty of Law, SantGadge Baba Amravati University, Amravati; Ex-Dean, Faculty of Interdisciplinary Studies SGB Amravati University; Sir has published 9 books, 17 International Articles, 35 National Articles. Attended Conferences & Seminars and Also chaired the session.

Name: Prof. (Dr.) Vijay Pratap Tiwari
Designation : Professor
Current Workplace: National Law University, Nagpur

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Prof. (Dr.) V.P. Tiwari is working as Professor of Law at MNLU, Nagpur since May 01, 2018. Prof.Tiwari has published several articles/books and delivered a number of talks as a resource person at various prominent places including National Academy of Direct Taxes (N.A.D.T), Nagpur; VANAMATI, Nagpur; Assam Administrative Staff College; Indian Institute of Public Administration, New Delhi; Directorate of Public Prosecution, Government of West Bengal, Kolkata; Rajasthan Police Academy, Jodhpur.

Sir is graduated from University of Delhi, completed his LL. M. in Constitutional Law and Human Rights from Nagpur University; and Ph. D. in the area of Medical Negligence and Consumer Protection from National Law University, Jodhpur; and NET  He also possesses Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism and Mass Communication from UPRTOU, Allahabad.Earlier Prof.Tiwari was rendering his services as Associate Professor of Law at this University and has also served at National Law University and Judicial Academy (NLUJA), Assam; Vivekananda Institute of Professional Studies (Affiliated to GGS IP University), Delhi; Integrated School of Law (Affiliated to CCS University), Ghaziabad; National Law University, Jodhpur, Harish-Chandra Research Institute, Prayagraj and Indian Air Force.

Name: Dr.Pankaj Prakash Umbarkar
Designation : Associate Professor
Current Workplace: Hidayatullah National Law University

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Dr.Pankaj Umbarkar worked as an Assistant Professor of Law at Symbiosis Law School Hyderabad, Symbiosis International Deemed University Pune, where he taught Code of Civil Procedure and Contemporary Lawyering. He has worked as a Head of Centre for Advancement of International Law from 2018-2020. He worked as an in -charge of Centre for Rights of Differently Abled (CRDA) and Centre for Specialisation in Cyber Law Studies (CSCLS) 2019-21. He worked as a Member Secretary on the Committee for Standard Operational Process (SOP) at SLSH. Worked as a Member of Event Management Committee, Mentor for LL. B and LL.M Students and contributed to educational innovation, design of new curricula and courses.

He has published various research papers in the field of law.

Name: Dr. Amol Deo Chavhan
Designation : Associate Professor
Current Workplace: National Law University And Judicial Academy, Assam

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Dr. Chavhan is Currently working as Associate Professor at National Law University And Judicial Academy. Dr.Amol Deo Chavhan was worked for 10 years in premier institution before joining National Law University Assam. Dr. Amol is social science graduate; he obtains B.A., LL.B., LL.M., PGDHR from SantGadge Baba Amravati University Amravati. He qualified NET in 2011. The Ph.D. Degree was awarded for his work in Field of Law on the prominent aspect of Negligence entitled “CRITICAL STUDY OF ‘NEGLIGENCE’ WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO ‘MEDICAL NEGLIGENCE DURING TREATMENT’ IN THE LIGHT OF JUDICIAL DECISIONS.” On 26th September 2016 by SantGadge Baba Amravati University Amravati. Dr.Amol is engaged in teaching since 2009. Presently, he is serving as an Associate Professor in National Law University Assam, Guwahati. His subjects of teaching mainly are Criminal Procedure Code, Indian Penal Code, Law of Torts, Family Law, and Jurisprudence.Dr.Amol is keenly interested in academics. His study of diverse subjects is reflected in his articles. He has published 10 research papers in UGC listed and SCOPUS journals. He contributed more than 20 articles in seminar and conference. He participated various National and International conferences. He has spoken as resource person respectively at several programmes organised by University and Institutions.

Name: Dr. Ashok P. Wadje
Designation : Registrar
Current Workplace: Maharashtra National Law University, Aurangabad

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Dr. Ashok Wadje currently working as Registrar I/c and Associate Professor of Law at Maharashtra National Law University Aurangabad. He has completed his PhD, Cyber Law from Symbiosis International University. He was also Associate Professor of Law from July 2021 – Present at Maharashtra National Law University, Aurangabad and Assistant Professor at the National Law University, Jodhpur from 2014 to 2017