Teaching Experience: 17 Years

Industry Experience: 15 Years

Brief Profile: With over 16 years of experience as a practicing Advocate at the Bombay High Court and a parallel 16-year career in academia. My career has been uniquely defined by a dual commitment to the practical application of law and the academic development of future legal professionals, contribution to your organization’s excellence. Academic leadership has been focused on driving quality and innovation. As an Associate Professor and Associate Dean, is responsible for creating and implementing academic policy, managing a team of faculty members, and ensuring excellence in curriculum delivery. A key part of institution been spearheading the institution’s internal quality, accreditation (NAAC/BCI), and ranking activities. Also has worked as a role of paper setter and syllabus committee member for the University of Mumbai’s Board of Studies, giving me deep insight into academic standards and regulatory frameworks.16 years at the Bombay High Court and lower courts have honed my skills in civil and criminal litigation, legal drafting, and complex problem-solving. An opportunity to serve as Amicus Curiae in the Bombay Sessions Court stands as a testament to the professional integrity and competence. Practical experience is invaluable for teaching, as it to bridge the gap between theoretical concepts and real-world application, which is a cornerstone of my teaching philosophy.

Research Publication: 4

Key Publications: scopus

Vidwan-ID : 546566

ORCID : https://orcid.org/0009-0006-7276-4298

Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?view_op=new_articles&hl=en&imq=Abhilasha+Mane#

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adv-abhilasha-amar-mane-698bb6b6?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=android_app

Teaching Experience : 19 years

Industry Experience: 2 years

Research Experience: 10 years

Publications : 25 Research Articles with h1 citation

Books – 5 books

Chapters – 3 chapters

Subjects – Bharati Nyaya Sanhita, Intellectual Property Laws, Labour Laws, Legal Language, Legal Aspects of Business, Contract Act, Interpretation of Statutes, Cybber Laws , Property Act.

Worked as – Chairman Paper Setter, Member Flying Squard, Member Board of Studies, Senior Supervisor Examination, Head Legal Aid, Coordinator ADYPU IPR Division.

Google Scholar Link – https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=XX2zQ6kAAAAJ&hl=en

LinkedIn Profile : https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-rajlakshmi-wagh-1812581b4/

Designation: Assistant Professor

Teaching Experience: 8 + Years

Brief: Dr. Santosh Kumar Sheelwant is a Ph.D. scholar from Gulbarga University, Karnataka, with a strong academic background in urban and development studies. He has published six research papers in UGC CARE-listed and peer-reviewed journals, including Scopus-indexed publications, with research interests in urban economy, urban development policy, and urban GDP growth. His doctoral research on the socio-economic conditions of slum dwellers in Gulbarga and Solapur cities received a prestigious doctoral fellowship from the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), New Delhi. His academic work reflects scholarly rigour, social relevance, and a growing engagement with quality research platforms.

Research Publications: 6

LinkedIn Profile : https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-santosh-kumar-0b827b4a/?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3BDkiyiXqTQ4O4oSyNCEwtBg%3D%3D

Teaching Experience : 16 Years

Profile : Dr. Nagesh Haribhau Sawant is an Associate Professor at the School of Law, ADYPU Pune. He has more than 16 years of teaching experience. His teaching areas include Administrative Law, Labour and Industrial Laws, and Research Methodology. He completed his LL.M. in 2009 and Ph.D. in 2020 from the Department of Law, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune (India). He authored several research articles published in international and national journals. Different institutions have invited him as a resource person and a panel member.

Research Publications : 16

LinkedIn Profile : https://www.linkedin.com/in/nagesh-sawant-95babb59/

Teaching Experience : 16 Years

Industry Experience : 05 Years

Brief Profile : Dr. Swati Raja is an Assistant Professor of English at the School of Law at Ajeenkya D. Y. Patil University (ADYPU), Pune, with a Ph.D. in English Literature and over 15 years of teaching experience. Her expertise lies in English Literature, Communication Skills, Corporate Communication, Legal Language, and Personality Development. She has served in key academic leadership roles, including Academic Coordinator, Chief Editor of the ADYPU Newsletter, and Nodal Officer for NAAC. A dedicated educator and researcher, Dr. Raja has published book chapters and journal articles on literature, gender studies, and innovative pedagogy. She is committed to fostering critical thinking, effective communication, and holistic student development.

Research Publications : 7

LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/swati-raja-8347021ba

Teaching Experience : 5+ years

Brief Profile : Dr. Gargi Singh is an Assistant Professor of Law and legal scholar specializing in International Law, Constitutional Law, Environmental Law, and Sports Law. She holds a Ph.D. in Law, an LL.M. in International Environmental Law, a Diploma in Sports Law, and a B.A. LL.B.

Her research focuses on human rights, gender justice, refugee law, climate change, indigenous and disability rights, and the legal implications of artificial intelligence. She has published in peer-reviewed, UGC CARE, and Scopus-indexed journals and has authored and edited books and chapters on trade and environment, war crimes, federalism, refugee law, outer space law, prison reforms, privacy, data protection, and intellectual property.

Dr. Singh has also contributed to curriculum development, academic administration, student mentorship, and the organization of conferences, moot courts, youth parliaments, webinars, and faculty development programmes. Her recognitions include the Academic Excellence Award 2024, National Researcher Award 2025, and State Teacher Award 2026, along with honours for sports and social awareness initiatives.

Research Publications :

• Papers – 13
• Books – 12
• Book Chapters- 5
• Key Publications:
• Scopus Indexed Book and Papers.
• Papers in UGC Care Listed Journals
• ORCID ID:0000-0001-7388-137X

LinkedIn Profile: linkedin.com/in/dr-gargi-singh-02097451

Teaching Experience: 12 Years

Industry Experience: 06 Years

Brief Profile: Mr. Rajaram Garud (Assistant Professor) is a dedicated law professor with 12 years of teaching experience and six years of court practice. He holds a BSLLLB and LLM in Criminal Law, has cleared SET, and is pursuing a Ph.D. on reformative measures in prison jurisprudence. Prof. Garud specializes in procedural laws and criminal law subjects, combining classroom rigor with practical courtroom insights. He has authored 18 papers in national and international journals on criminal justice and prison reform. He teaches In procedural laws (CPC, BNSS etc.), Criminal law subjects. His teaching emphasizes critical analysis, case-law application, and preparing students for both litigation and policy-oriented careers.

Research Publication: 18 Research paper publication

LinkedIn: N/a

Teaching Experience: 9 Years

Brief: Dr. Ramratan V. Dhumal holds an M.Phil. and a Ph.D. from the Centre for the Study of Law and Governance, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, and was awarded the UGC Junior Research Fellowship in Law in 2013. Following the completion of the doctoral degree, Dr. Ramratan V. Dhumal served as Assistant Professor at the Campus Law Centre, University of Delhi, and subsequently held faculty positions at Amity Institute of Advanced Studies, Noida, and Symbiosis Law School, Pune, before joining Ajeenkya DY Patil University as Associate Professor.

Dr. Dhumal teaches Constitutional Law and Jurisprudence and is committed to fostering critical thinking through interdisciplinary and research-oriented pedagogy. Research interests include constitutionalism, eminent domain, discrimination law, and gender justice. Dr. Dhumal has supervised three Ph.D. scholars to successful completion. Scholarly work has been presented at leading national and international conferences, including the World Conference on Constitutional Law and academic forums hosted by the National University of Singapore.

Research Publication: 12

LinkedIn Profile : https://www.linkedin.com/in/ramratan-dhumal-2350a22b7

Teaching Experience: 10 Years

Industry Experience: 0 Years

Brief profile: Dr. Sameena Zahoor Mir is an Associate Professor of Sociology at the School of Law, Ajeenkya D Y Patil University, Pune, with over 10 years of teaching and research experience. A Ph.D. in Sociology and a recognized Ph.D. Supervisor, she specializes in Sociology of Law, Gender Studies, Sociology of Education, Social Research Methods, and interdisciplinary research.

She has published extensively in Scopus, Web of Science, and UGC CARE-indexed journals on gender, education, artificial intelligence, digital transformation, social justice, governance, and sustainable development. She has also authored and edited books and serves as an editor, reviewer, and editorial board member for international journals. Dr. Mir has contributed to academic leadership as an IQAC Member, NSS Programme Officer, International Conference Coordinator, and Faculty Development Programme Coordinator. She remains committed to interdisciplinary scholarship, inclusive education, research excellence, and meaningful social impact.

Publications:

• 26 Research Papers
• 5 books
• 16 Book chapters

Key Publications: https://www.academia.edu/114930135/Unraveling_the_Psyche_A_Psychoanalytic_Exploration_of_Students_Perspectives_in_Higher_Education, https://www.academia.edu/97719716/Social_Extension_of_Womenfolk_in_Delinquency_Ethos_A_Sociological_Study, https://www.academia.edu/57398754/Womens_Empowerment_Revisited_In_Contemporary_Societies_of_India, https://www.academia.edu/122842566/Deciphering_the_Influence_of_PMJDY_on_Financial_Inclusion_and_Development_Sustainability,

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/public-profile/settings?trk=d_flagship3_profile_self_view_public_profile&lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base%3BJAvjBwvkSTaNT8L1uv6l7Q%3D%3D

Teaching Experience: 9.5 years

Industry Experience: 9

Brief: Dr. Sangeeta Verma is an Assistant Professor at the School of Law with 18.5 years of diverse professional experience spanning legal practice, the corporate sector, and academia, which includes 9.5 years of teaching experience. She has practised before the Mumbai High Court and has also worked in the corporate sector, bringing valuable practical insights into her teaching. She holds a B.Com (Mumbai University), LL.M. (Business Law) from Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Gujarat, is NET and SET qualified, and has completed her Ph.D. in Gender Studies from Ajeenkya D Y Patil University, Pune. She also holds a Diploma in Human Resource Management (DHRM) from Welingkar Institute, Mumbai. Her areas of interest include Business Law- Contract Law, Company Law, Corporate Law, Corporate Governance, Gender Studies, etc. She has published research papers in Scopus-indexed, UGC-CARE, and other reputed international journals and has actively participated in numerous national and international conferences, workshops, and faculty development programmes. She has been invited to judge National Moot Court Competitions and deliver guest lectures at various institutions, reflecting her expertise and contribution to legal education.

Research Publications: 12 & Key Publication is Scopus

Google Scoller:  https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&authuser=1&user=1TXI2ogAAAAJ 

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sangeeta-verma-55b689356?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=android_app

Teaching Experience : 2.8 years

Brief Profile : Sonia Dsouza is an Assistant Professor at Ajeenkya D Y Patil University, Pune, and a doctoral researcher specializing in Constitutional Law. Her academic research focuses deeply on social and environmental justice, specifically analyzing Supreme Court judgments regarding the forest dwelling rights of tribal populations in India. With a robust background in Human Rights and Environmental Law, her work continuously explores legal frameworks surrounding marginalized communities, land rights, and displacement.

Research Publication: https://journalofdaoiststudies.org/index.php/journal/article/view/558

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonia-d-souza-656459360?utm_source=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=member_android

Teaching Experience: 4 Years

Industry Experience: 2 Years

Brief Profile: Rajamani Shankar is an Assistant Professor at Ajeenkya DY Patil University, School of Law, with expertise in Commercial Arbitration, Banking & Insurance Law, Family Law, and Constitutional Law. He is committed to fostering experiential learning through innovative teaching methodologies, legal awareness initiatives, and academic excellence. His interests include legal education, institutional development, accreditation processes, and student mentoring.

Member of the NAAC Criterion VI team, contributing to quality assurance, documentation, and institutional accreditation initiatives.
Actively involved in curriculum development, academic planning, examination processes, and outcome-based education practices.
Coordinated internships, legal aid activities, Lok Adalats, and student engagement programmes.

Organized academic events, workshops, seminars, guest lectures, and faculty development initiatives. Contributed to institutional branding and outreach activities through academic and student-centric initiatives. Committed to promoting practical legal education by bridging classroom learning with professional and community engagement.

Research Publication: 3

Key Publications: 1

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajamanishankar/?skipRedirect=true

Teaching Experience: 3 Years

Industry Experience: 8 Years

Brief Profile: Assistant Professor Kedar Dhananjay Kulkarni is an accomplished academician with an MA in Political Science and UGC NET qualification. A gold medalist essayist, he brings over 10 years of experience in coaching competitive exams like UPSC/MPSC. He has mentored many aspirants to become successful officers. He has presented impactful research papers and participated in national and international conferences. His research interests span Political Science, Centre-State Relations, International Relations, Technology & Tech Policy, Artificial Intelligence, and Indian Knowledge Systems. Passionate about empowering young minds, he inspires students to break barriers and create social impact.

https://vidwan.inflibnet.ac.in/profile/525353

https://orcid.org/0009-0006-1482-9807

Research Publication: 3

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kedar-kulkarni-10517316/

Designation: Assistant Professor

Teaching Experience: 1 Year

Industry Experience: 2 Years

Brief Profile: I completed my B.A. LL.B. (2016–2021 batch) from Ajeenkya D. Y. Patil University. Following my graduation, I gained two years of hands-on experience in legal practice, with active involvement in both civil and criminal court proceedings. During this time, I developed strong skills in legal drafting and courtroom advocacy.  In 2023, I enrolled in the LL.M. program and successfully completed it in 2024, enhancing my academic foundation and specialized knowledge in law. Currently, I am pursuing a Ph.D. in Law, aiming to contribute meaningfully to legal research and scholarship.  Additionally, I have appeared for the Judge Advocate General (JAG) entry for the Indian Army, where I was once recommended and once conference out — reflecting my commitment to exploring opportunities in military law and public service.  With a well-rounded blend of academic excellence and courtroom experience, I bring a comprehensive and practical perspective to the legal profession.

Research Publication: 1

Key Publications: 0

LinkedIn: N/a

Designation : Teaching Fellow – School of Law

Brief Profile : I am an ex student of ADYPU of Batch 2017 of BALLB and of batch 2022 of LLM. I am currently pursuing my PhD is corporate law as well. My interest in teaching subjects are International Trade Law, Banking Law, Commercial Arbitration, Arbitration and Conciliation Act, Law on Securities Act, Corporate Law, Banking and Insurance Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law