Clara D’costa
@claradcosta
Aspiring legal professional with a passion for research and writing.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
I am a dedicated legal professional with a strong foundation in legal research, writing, and client support. My experience as a Legal Associate at The Goodfellows India involved conducting due diligence and CSR research, as well as drafting legal documents and ensuring compliance across various operational areas. I have a proven track record of supporting business development initiatives, which has honed my skills in strategic outreach and collaboration.
In addition to my legal experience, I have excelled as a Senior Content Writer at Lawsikho, where I generated significant readership through engaging legal articles. My ability to rewrite and optimize content for SEO has resulted in enhanced visibility and reader engagement. I have also contributed to various legal publications, showcasing my commitment to legal accuracy and relevance.
As the President of the Green Hammer Welfare Foundation, I led campaigns to raise constitutional awareness among students, demonstrating my leadership and commitment to civic responsibility. I am eager to leverage my skills and experiences in a challenging legal role that allows for professional growth and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Legal Associate
The Goodfellows India
Apr 2024 - May 2025 (1 year 1 month)
Assisted in conducting due diligence and CSR research for Tata Trusts Small Animal Hospital, contributing to legal drafting, contract review, and compliance across various operational areas. Supported the business development team focused on client expansion, strategic outreach, and collaborations.
Legal Trainee
The Goodfellows India
Oct 2024 - Apr 2025 (6 months)
Handled trademark applications for Moto Paws India, drafted Terms of Service for Goodfellows India and client agreements. Conducted legal research on licensing for events and copyright compliance.
Senior Content Writer
Lawsikho
Sep 2024 - Mar 2025 (6 months)
Generated over 25,000+ reads on Pleaders blog by creating and rewriting legal articles across diverse sectors, focusing on enhancing clarity, accuracy, and reader engagement. Successfully rewrote and republished legacy content, resulting in significantly improved visibility and readership.
Junior Writer Intern
Lawsikho
Apr 2024 - Sep 2024 (5 months)
Generated around 10,000+ reads on the website and LinkedIn, with approximately 3000+ impressions on LinkedIn. Authored and published over 30,000 words on iPleaders blog on various cases concerning criminal law, negotiable instruments, Hindu marriage laws, and sales tax law.
Legal Research Intern
Chambers Of Adv. Prashant Trivedi
Aug 2023 - Nov 2023 (3 months)
Conducted in-depth legal research and published findings on Legal Aid, Mutual Funds, and Military Laws in international journals, garnering over 1,800 LinkedIn impressions and increasing professional visibility by 40%. Assisted in the preparation and management of legal databases.
Legal Intern
JRALAWFIRM
Jan 2023 - Apr 2023 (3 months)
Prepared and filed marriage petitions, significantly improving client case readiness. Enhanced senior counsel support and client coordination, elevating case preparation efficiency.
Legal Intern
JRALAWFIRM
Sep 2019 - Apr 2020 (7 months)
Conducted research on legal matters and managed case files efficiently, supporting various legal proceedings and maintaining organisational standards.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
S.N.D.T. Law School, Mumbai
Bachelor of Business Administration and legislative law (BBA-LLB), Business Administration and Legislative Law
2019 - 2024
Achieved an average 5-year CGPA of 8.3/10. Studied business administration and legislative law, gaining comprehensive knowledge in both fields.
Kishinchand Chellaram College, Mumbai
Junior College, Commerce
2017 - 2019
Achieved 85% in Commerce during junior college. Focused on foundational commerce subjects.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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