Neha Behl

• NDA and Contract Management: Drafted, reviewed, and negotiated Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Secrecy Declarations, Client Contracts, and various procurement agreements. Ensured swift closure and compliance across diverse legal frameworks. Managed approximately 9,000 agreements for Technip so far.
• Training and Development: Conducted training sessions with regards to operations of NDAs and Client Contract Reviews for affiliates and subsidiaries globally, enhancing understanding and compliance across teams.
• Legal Compliance Oversight: Ensured compliance with legal standards concerning Conflict of Interest, Gift, Hospitality & Travel (GHT) policies, Business Partner & Third-Party Intermediaries (BP-TPI), and Social Donations, Sponsorships, or Charitable Contributions (SDSCC), Conflict of Interest.
• Subject Matter Expertise: Served as a Subject Matter Expert and Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for Technip Energies Affiliates and Subsidiaries across various regions including Europe, APAC and Americas.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Utilised software's such as PowerBi for processing and monitoring incoming legal requests, providing objective analysis and generating reports for stakeholders and Incident Management Team (IMT) meetings.
• NDA Portfolio Management: Managed NDA portfolio independently, overseeing team workload allocation, ensuring timely deliverables and maintaining adherence to quality standards defined in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Repository Maintenance: Ensured timely maintenance and organisation of legal repository for easy access and reference.
• Business Team Support: Collaborated with business teams to clarify contract terms and facilitate smooth processing, leading to timely project delivery.
• Process Improvement: Streamlined contract review process by implementing standardized templates and guidelines, reducing turnaround time for legal approvals.
• Review and Validation: Conducted thorough reviews of Purchase Orders and Insurance Certificates for After Sales and project teams, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
• Global Training and Advisory: Provided training and advisory support to global business teams on contractual discussions and legal matters, including Prevention of Sexual Harassment policies.
• Supported corporate social responsibility initiatives by ensuring compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Partnered with human resources department to ensure employment practices were compliant with labor laws and regulations.
• Negotiated favorable terms in commercial contracts, protecting company interests and mitigating financial liabilities.

• Prepared variety of legal documents including Proposals, Memoranda of Understanding, Contracts, Termination Letters, Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Vendor Contracts, and other miscellaneous legal documents to support organizational needs.
• Facilitated communication and held meetings with various departments, ministries, and relevant authorities to discuss inclusions, resourcing, and registrations, ensuring the smooth functioning of the organization.
• Served as the primary point of contact for all legal communications, overseeing resolutions related to litigations, arbitrations, mediations, compliance issues, and complaints.
• Coordinated and briefed external legal counsels and internal teams for litigation processes, ensuring effective legal representation and strategy.
• Developed and implemented corrective action plans based on management feedback and consultations with employees, driving continuous improvement in legal processes.
• Monitored programs closely to evaluate effectiveness and proactively adjusted strategies to meet evolving organizational demands.

• Worked within a global framework, focusing on legal matters pertaining to laws of United Arab Emirates, United States, and European jurisdictions.
• Prepared Commercial, Client, and Vendor Contracts for a variety of services, ensuring compliance with relevant legal standards.
• Served as Subject Matter Expert, leading team in providing legal assistance to a major global banking institution, fostering strong client relationships.
• Managed contract summarisation and abstraction projects involving Master Services Agreements, Lease Agreements, Termination Agreements, NDAs, Loan Agreements, End User License Agreements, Software License Agreements, Statements of Work, Purchase Orders, Exhibits, Confidentiality Agreements, Amendments, and Addendums.
• Specialised in commercial real estate negotiations and transactions, including contracts and leases for both offshore and onshore projects.
• Conducted due diligence, including title searches of properties, to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.
• Coordinated with internal and external teams on litigation matters, ensuring effective legal strategy and communication.
• Assisted in M&A activities by conducting due diligence investigations, identifying potential liabilities, and aiding in deal negotiations.

Conducted thorough reviews of documents to assess their relevance to subject matters, confidentiality, and client-specific parameters, ensuring compliance and alignment with client expectations.

• Utilized various document management platforms, including Xerox, Relativity, and Documentrix, to streamline document processing and analysis.
• Assisted managers with project-related activities, including drafting reports and analyzing findings from final reviews to support decision-making.
• Contributed to team deliverables by preparing reports, handling escalations, and conducting calibrations for client projects, ensuring high-quality outputs.
• Drafted calibration and escalation emails to clients, highlighting key points and queries related to ongoing projects to facilitate clear communication and prompt responses.
• Supported managers and team heads during client calls, aiding in protocol amendments and ensuring effective communication of project updates.
• Prepared initial drafts of white papers, contributing to the organization’s knowledge base and thought leadership efforts.
• Managed drafting of various commercial contracts, including Master Services Agreements, Statements of Work, End User License Agreements (EULAs), License Agreements, and Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) for clients, ensuring clarity and compliance.
• Maintained a high level of professional ethics and integrity while handling sensitive client information, ensuring confidentiality and trustworthiness in all interactions.
• Drafted clear and concise legal memoranda outlining research findings for presentation at team meetings or submission in court filings.

• Court Appearances: Represented clients in appearances and made arguments before Hon'ble District Courts of Delhi, various Tribunals and Commissions, High Court of Delhi, and Supreme Court of India.
• Legal Document Drafting: Prepared a range of legal documents including Writs, Special Leave Petitions, Summary Suits, Civil Appeals, Rejoinders, Succession Petitions, Legal Notices, and Correspondence Letters, ensuring adherence to legal standards and client needs.
• Contract Drafting: Drafted critical commercial documents such as Master Services Agreements, Agreements of Sale, Memoranda of Understanding, Share Purchase Agreements, Shareholders Agreements, Indemnity Bonds, and Personal Guarantees.
• Vetting and Due Diligence: Conducted thorough drafting and vetting of various legal and commercial contracts related to property, employment, and consultancy matters. Performed legal due diligence and title searches to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.
• Coordinated with expert witnesses for optimum testimony preparation and presentation during trials.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of applicable laws and regulations.
• Developed strong relationships with clients through regular updates on their cases'' progressions and attentive service provision.

• Engaged with clients, witnesses, and legal professionals to gather, define, and document essential case details, ensuring thorough understanding and accuracy.
• Provided comprehensive administrative support to senior partners and firm associates across various litigation types, facilitating efficient case management.
• Managed subpoena services and other daily operational activities within the law firm, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
• Drafted and organised correspondence and legal documentation, ensuring all materials were submitted to appropriate parties in a timely manner.
• Analysed complex legal issues using critical thinking skills, leading to innovative solutions for client challenges.
• Assisted senior attorneys in preparing for trial, contributing to successful outcomes in numerous cases.
• Drafted persuasive briefs and motions that resulted in positive rulings for clients at both trial court levels and appellate courts.
• Reduced case resolution time with efficient document drafting, review, and negotiation.