KPKeyur Patel
@keyurpatel2
Experienced legal professional and judge with strong expertise in civil/criminal law and court administration.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
I am an experienced legal professional with a long career in the Indian judicial system, currently serving as Full Time Secretary at the District Legal Services Authority, Godhra. I have extensive experience handling civil and criminal cases, delivering judgments, and overseeing court processes from institution to final disposition.
My background includes roles as Additional Senior Civil Judge, Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate, Principal Civil Judge and Judicial Magistrate of First Class across multiple districts, where I led court staff, supervised online court data, and reported to higher courts. I also practised as an advocate in the High Court of Gujarat and worked in litigation management and corporate legal matters.
Earlier roles in the UK and India provided broader administrative and financial experience: I managed payroll and client accounts at a Chartered Accountants firm in London and led project, payroll and accounts functions at an IT solutions firm in Bangalore. I hold a B.Com, LL.B., an Advanced Diploma in Business Administration and an LL.M. in Criminal & Security Law.
I am committed to access to justice and community outreach, having organised legal literacy camps and charity events, and led implementation of state and central legal aid schemes to help weaker sections of society.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Principal Civil Judge
District Legal Services Authority
May 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)
Serving as Full Time Secretary and Principal Civil Judge overseeing civil and criminal case management, delivering judgments, and leading legal aid initiatives across the district; implemented legal literacy camps and supervised court data workflows.
Additional Senior Civil Judge
District Court Vadodara
Feb 2023 - May 2024 (1 year 3 months)
Adjudicated civil and criminal matters as Additional Senior Civil Judge and Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate, supervising court staff and reporting to higher judiciary while managing online court proceedings.
Principal Civil Judge
District Court Vadodara
Jun 2020 - Feb 2023 (2 years 8 months)
Held position of Principal Civil Judge & JMFC and chaired the Taluka Legal Service Committee, supervising legal aid delivery and court operations while managing judgments and outreach initiatives.
Additional Civil Judge
District Court Banaskantha
May 2017 - Jun 2020 (3 years 1 month)
Served as Additional Civil Judge & JMFC in Deesa, presiding over civil and criminal matters and ensuring timely disposal of cases and adherence to legal standards.
Additional Civil Judge
District Court Sabarkantha
May 2015 - May 2017 (2 years)
Adjudicated cases as Additional Civil Judge & JMFC at Vijaynagar, managing court proceedings from institution to final judgment and supervising judicial processes in the district.
Principal Civil Judge
District Court Bhavnagar
Mar 2015 - May 2017 (2 years 2 months)
Served as Principal Civil Judge & JMFC handling civil and criminal proceedings, issuing judgments and guiding court teams to maintain procedural and statutory compliance.
Advocate High Court
High Court of Gujarat
Apr 2009 - Nov 2010 (1 year 7 months)
Practiced as an Advocate handling civil and criminal appeals and writ petitions while advising clients on legal issues and statutes of India.
Project Manager
Prodat IT Solutions
Dec 2006 - Dec 2008 (2 years)
Managed UK payroll processing, accounts payable/receivable, bookkeeping, client legal contracts and project delivery while supporting business development and preparing management reports.
Payroll Manager
Siva Yogan & Co
Jun 2003 - Jun 2006 (3 years)
Administered payroll and compliance, liaised with HMRC on employment and payroll queries, handled payroll inspections and appeals, prepared client accounts and filed annual returns to Companies House.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
PUParul University
Master of Laws (LL.M.), Criminal & Security Law
2023 - 2024
Pursued LL.M. in Criminal & Security Law focusing on criminal justice and security law topics.
IPIndian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (management development program)
Certificate, Strategic Business Communication
2007 - 2007
Completed a Certificate in Strategic Business Communication through a management development program.
Association of Business Executives / Central School of Professional Studies
Advanced Diploma in Business Administration, Business Administration
2003 - 2005
Completed an Advanced Diploma in Business Administration covering business management and administrative subjects.
GUGujarat University
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), Law
2001 - 2003
Completed LL.B. program covering civil and criminal law, litigation, and legal practice.
GUGujarat University
Bachelor of Commerce, Commerce
1997 - 2000
Grade: First Class (65%)
Completed Bachelor of Commerce with First Class (65%) focusing on commerce and accounting fundamentals.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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Location
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