Amrita Gautam
Advocate & Assistant Professor
Dedicated legal professional with expertise in teaching, research, and advocacy. Currently serving as Assistant Professor at Kathmandu School of Law with a passion for human rights and legal education.
About Me
Professional Summary
I am an advocate currently working as an Assistant Professor at Kathmandu School of Law. Prior to this appointment, I successfully worked as Teaching Assistant in Kathmandu School of Law (KSL), Assistant Researcher in 'Enhancing Good Governance and Human Rights Project' from February 2017 to December 2017.
I have served as coordinator/facilitator in various outreach programs of KSL and maintain an outstanding career record volunteering in various campaigns and programs, including Campaign to End Violence Against Women and Civic Awareness Programs.
I hold an L.L.M (Business and International Trade) degree from the prestigious Kathmandu School of Law in first division and am passionate about current affairs and human rights issues.
Contact Information
Professional Experience
Assistant Professor
Kathmandu School Of Law
Faculty on Nepalese Legal History for B.A.LL.B 1st Year and Banking and Insurance law for B.A.LL.B 4th Year. Member of Clinical Law Department.
Key Achievements:
- Organized Inter College +2 Debate Competitions in 2022
- Organized monthly Nepal Bar Council exam Preparation classes
- Worked as editor of 'Abako Nepal ko Bato' booklet for Civic Awareness Program 2022
- Served as judge in Lawyer-Client Competition 2021 and 2022
- Chapter contributor on 'कार्यविधि कानुनको परिचय' book for Nepal Bar Council Exam 2022
Advocate
Nepal Bar Council
Practicing advocate with expertise in litigation and legal consultation.
Key Achievements:
- Active litigation on various cases
- Legal consultation and client counseling
- Specialization in procedural law and human rights
Coordinator
Kathmandu Model Higher Secondary School (KMC, Bagbazar)
Faculty on Procedural Law, Nepalese Legal System and Research and Presentation at Higher Secondary level.
Key Achievements:
- Organized Inter college moot court competition in 2022
- Organized Debate Competition from 2020 to 2022
- Organized Research based Presentation Program from 2020 to 2022
- Organized Field visits including Detention Center and District Court
Teaching Assistant
Kathmandu School of Law
Worked as mentor and facilitator in different outreach programs and as teaching assistant for various subjects.
Key Achievements:
- Teaching Assistant in 'Professional Ethics' for B.A.LL.B 3rd Year
- Teaching Assistant in 'Drafting document of Criminal Moot Court' for B.A.LL.B 4th Year
- Organizer of Civic Awareness programs in 2018 and 2020
- Program officer in Joint National Residential Program and International Residential Schools
Research Assistant
Kathmandu School of Law
Worked as researcher in 'Enhancing Good Governance and Human Rights Project'.
Key Achievements:
- Conducted research on governance and human rights issues
- Mentored students in various outreach programs
- Facilitated community-based programs
Education & Training
Formal Education
Master's Degree in Business and International Trade Law
2074 - 2076 (B.S.)Kathmandu School Of Law
Completed L.L.M in Business and International Trade Law in first division from the prestigious Kathmandu School of Law.
Bachelor Degree in Law
2069 - 2074 (B.S.)Kathmandu School Of Law
Completed B.A.LL.B degree with comprehensive legal education and practical training.
Higher Secondary School
2067 - 2069 (B.S.)Kathmandu Model College, Bagbazar
Completed higher secondary education with focus on humanities and social sciences.
School Leaving Certificate
2063 - 2066 (B.S.)V.S.Niketan
Completed secondary education with strong academic foundation.
Professional Training & Certifications
- 8 Month long Coaching on 'International Human Right Documentation and Litigation for Lawyers' organized by Trial International, Human Rights, and Justice Center (January to August 2019)
- The Residential International Student Exchange Programme on Law/Logic/International Human Rights organized by FAIRFIELD Institute of Management and Technology (2019)
- Three days training of Trainers (TOT) on 'Enhancing Access to Justice of Earthquake Victims through Community Mobile Legal Clinic' by Forum for Nation Building (2016)
- Three days training workshop on 'Democratic Challenges Solving by Youth Participation' by Sambhawana (2014)
- Participation in 'LITERATURE COMPETITION' during 16 days Campaign to End Violence Against Women
Skills & Expertise
Legal Expertise
Teaching & Training
Languages
Leadership & Management
Areas of Specialization
Professional Qualities
Optimistic Leader
Guided by principles of optimism and positive thinking
Eager Learner
Always eager to learn new things and engage in intellectual dialogues
Dedicated Professional
Workaholic with excellent communication skills and commitment to excellence
Get In Touch
Contact Information
Location
Kathmandu, Bagmati Province, Nepal
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Areas of Interest & Collaboration
Legal Education
Academic collaborations and curriculum development
Human Rights
Research and advocacy in human rights issues
Legal Consultation
Professional legal services and consultation