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Harshitha Dammu

@harshithadammu

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Lawyer specializing in dispute resolution, corporate compliance, and sustainable energy law.

India

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role combining dispute resolution and corporate legal advisory — ideally in a growth-oriented organization focused on energy, infrastructure or regulated sectors, with opportunities for strategic impact and professional development.

I am a lawyer with experience in litigation, arbitration, legal advisory and corporate compliance, focused on commercial, civil and public law matters. I have worked in government litigation, private chambers, and run legal practice and a sustainable-energy company, combining advocacy with commercial legal work.

My practice spans dispute resolution, contract negotiation, regulatory compliance and risk management, with specific experience in public infrastructure, land, electricity, irrigation and corporate governance. I hold an LL.M. in International Dispute Settlement and Arbitration and a B.A. LL.B. (Hons.), and have participated in policy research and moot competitions.

I bring a blend of courtroom experience, research-driven policy work and corporate oversight aimed at supporting organizational growth in regulated sectors, particularly sustainable energy. I am committed to pragmatic, well-researched legal strategies and effective client advocacy.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Partner

Current

IguanaLaw Partners

Jul 2024 - Present (1 year 3 months)

Lead litigation, legal advisory, and alternative dispute resolution (arbitration and mediation) focusing on commercial, civil, and family law matters for clients in Hyderabad.

Litigation Médiation Legal Research Civil Law Commercial Law

Current

Director

Current

Dammu Biofuels Private Limited

Aug 2023 - Present (2 years 2 months)

Oversee legal and regulatory compliance across environmental, energy, and corporate law; lead contract negotiation, corporate governance, and risk management to support growth in sustainable energy.

Corporate Governance Regulatory Compliance Contract Drafting Environmental Law Energy Law Risk Management Stakeholder Management

Junior Advocate

Office of the Advocate General of Andhra Pradesh

Nov 2021 - Jul 2022 (8 months)

Supported senior advocates and government pleaders on cases involving infrastructure projects, land acquisition, electricity and irrigation, contributing to court and arbitration filings for the State.

Legal Research Arbitration Support Land Acquisition Case Management

Junior Advocate

Chambers of Amrit Raj

May 2019 - Sep 2021 (2 years 4 months)

Assisted in civil and constitutional matters including legal research, document preparation, and maintenance of case files for proceedings predominantly before Hyderabad civil courts.

Constitutional Law Legal Research Drafting Court Procedures Client Management

Research Analyst

Foundation for Democratic Reforms

Jul 2018 - Feb 2019 (7 months)

Collaborated on policy research and drafted recommendations on legal and administrative reforms, electoral policy, primary education, and healthcare to inform advocacy and policy documents.

Legal Analysis Report Writing Stakeholder Engagement Data Collection

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Leiden University

Master of Laws, International Dispute Settlement and Arbitration

2022 - 2023

Grade: 7.5/10

Completed an LL.M. in International Dispute Settlement and Arbitration with a 7.5/10 GPA in 2023.

National Law School of India University, Bangalore

Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws (Hons.), Law

2013 - 2018

Grade: 4.08/7

Activities and societies: Student editor of Indian Journal of International Economic Law; Member, Global Zero chapter; Mentor in Academic Support Program; Member, Law and Society Committee.

Completed a five-year integrated B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) degree with a 4.08/7 GPA in 2018.