Miss Shilpi Dhar is a distinguished academic and legal professional serving as an Assistant Professor of Law at the Indian Institute of Legal Studies (IILS), Coochbehar. She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her role, underpinned by an LLM in Corporate and Commercial Law (2023) from Cooch Behar Panchanan Barma University and a BBA.LLB (2022) from IILS, Siliguri.
Her academic interests lie at the intersection of law and societal issues, with a strong focus on farmers' rights and intellectual property. Her dissertation, “A Study on the Protection of Farmers’ Rights with Special Reference to Intellectual Property Rights,” showcases her ability to tackle pressing legal challenges in India's agricultural sector.
Before joining IILS, she gained valuable teaching experience at K.V. Ranga Reddy Law College, Hyderabad, where she developed a keen ability to mentor students and provide them with a practical understanding of the law. Additionally, her internships at the Sikkim Human Rights Commission and the Office of the Chief Judicial Magistrate, Coochbehar District Court, enriched her professional perspective, allowing her to bridge the gap between theoretical learning and real-world legal application.
She is committed to staying at the forefront of legal developments and has actively participated in workshops and webinars, such as:
- Consumer Protection, Its Implications & Consumer Litigation by E-Justice India
- Law as an Enabler for the Digital Economy: An Indian Perspective
And many more.
In addition to her legal expertise, she is proficient in office applications and management, skills that enhance her contributions to academic administration and student engagement. Her commitment to professional growth, combined with her passion for teaching, makes her an integral part of the academic community at IILS. Her interest lies in Cyber law, Insurance law, Banking law, Company law, IPR, Competition law etc.
Through her dedication to nurturing future legal professionals and addressing critical legal issues through research, Miss Shilpi Dhar continues to inspire her students to excel academically and professionally.
