Dr. Chitranjali Negi is a distinguished Advocate with over 15 + years of professional practice before the Supreme Court of India. She holds a Ph.D. in Information Technology, Media, and Communication Law from the University of Malaya, Malaysia, and an LL.M. in Constitutional and Administrative Law. An experienced Advocate, Mediator, accomplished Author, and distinguished Researcher, Dr. Negi has authored two renowned international law books and published over 25 research papers in leading journals and universities worldwide, including Harvard University, Chicago Booth School of Business, the European Corporate Governance Institute in Brussels, Korea University in Seoul, Stanford Law School, and American University Washington College of Law etc. Her research encompasses access to justice, arbitration, ODR, constitutional law, legal reforms, international dispute resolution, environmental governance etc.. Her notable paper on “Virtual Courtrooms” was included in Rajya Sabha Report No. 103/2020, later forwarded to the Lok Sabha, marking a direct contribution to Indian parliamentary reforms in virtual courts. She is widely respected for her expertise in litigation, legal aid, ADR, ODR and advancing international legal development. ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS • Ph.D. in Law (Information Technology, Media & Communication Law) University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 2024 • LL.M. in Constitutional & Administrative Law (1st Rank) MATS University, CG, 2012 • LL.B. (1st Division) Rohilkhand University, 2009 • B.Com. (2nd Division) HNB Garhwal University, Uttarakhand, 2003 Certifications: • Intellectual Property Rights – Indian Law Institute (A+) • Cyber Law – Indian Law Institute (A+) • Forensic Science & Criminal Justice – University of Leicester, UK PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Advocate – Supreme Court of India (2010–Present): Over 15 years of extensive litigation experience spanning civil, criminal, matrimonial, service matters (appointments, promotions, disciplinary proceedings, and retirements), constitutional, consumer, arbitration, environmental, labor, and commercial law. Represented individuals, corporations, and institutions before the Supreme Court, High Courts (Delhi & Uttarakhand), District Courts, Tribunals, and Consumer Forums, handling complex disputes and precedent-setting cases. Associate to Hon’ble Shri Fakhruddin, Senior Advocate & Former Chief Justice (2010–2013): Assisted in constitutional, civil, and criminal matters before the Supreme Court of India; drafted briefs, researched complex constitutional questions, and prepared detailed legal opinions. Represented clients before the Supreme Court of India, High Courts (Delhi & Uttarakhand), District Courts, Tribunals, and Consumer Forums. Mediator : Hands-on experience in commercial, matrimonial, service-related, and civil disputes, successfully facilitating negotiations and settlements, thereby reducing judicial backlog and promoting access to justice. ? Arbitration & ADR Practice: Expertise in alternate dispute resolution mechanisms, including drafting pleadings, settlement agreements, and strategic advisories. PARLIAMENTARY CONTRIBUTION • Authored a research paper on "Virtual Courtrooms," included in the Committee Meeting of the Parliament of India, Rajya Sabha. The paper contributed to the "Functioning of Virtual Courts" Report No. 103/2020, presented to the Chairman of Rajya Sabha and forwarded to Lok Sabha. • Authored two books (Eliva Press, Europe): 1. Online Dispute Resolution – Research Papers Collection 2. Law of Public Interest Litigation in India and Other Countries Published 25+ international research papers on Alternative Dispute Resolution, Online Dispute Resolution, International Arbitration Meditation, Environmental Law, Human Rights, Cyber Law, Constitutional law, and Global Governance etc. IMPORTANT REPORTED JUDGMENTS • Makbool v. United India Insurance Co. Ltd., SLP(C) D.No. 39546/2017 (SC) • United India Insurance Co. Ltd. v. Makbool & Ors. (Uttarakhand HC) • Narinder Siraswal & Ors. v. Union of India, W.P. 13975/2019 • Prakash Verma v. Idea Cellular Ltd., R.P. 1703/2010 (SC) • Supreme Court Women Lawyers Assn. v. Manohar Lal Sharma & Ors., WP(C) 138/2015 (SC) • Abdul Sayeed v. State of M.P., Criminal Appeal 1243/2007 (SC) • Sukhbir Singh v. State of Punjab, Criminal Appeal 1198/2007 (SC) • Dr. Ratnesh Kumar & Ors. v. State of Uttarakhand (2018) • Mukim v. State of M.P., M.Cr.C. 4756/2023