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PRITHIVI RAJ

Designation: Assistant Professor

College name: Birla Global University, Odisha

Bio

Mr. Prithivi Raj is a Lawyer turned Academician. He is currently serving as an Assistant Professor of Law at Birla Global University, Odisha. He is the Chief Legal Adviser of the Human Rights Council of India, a registered body under NITI Ayog, Government of India. He is also serving as the Editor-in-Chief for the Indian Journal of Law, Polity and Administration. He has served as Assistant Professor of Law at SVKM's Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS) [Deemed-to-be-University], and also at ICFAI University. He has more than seven years of experience in practising Advocacy in various Courts and Tribunals in India. He was also elected as an Executive Member of the High Court Bar Association, Odisha. He has also served as Tax Consultant & Advocate for Civil Contractors, Builders and Construction Companies. He was the Advocate for Reputed Universities in matters relating to UGC and NAAC, in various High Courts and other Quasi Judicial Bodies. He was also the Advocate for various Public Sector Units (PSUs) of the Centre & State in Labour, Service & Industrial Matters. He has also served as Advocate and Arbitrator for a Leading Bank in India.
MEMBER OF - 
American Bar Association, Chicago, USA.
New York State Bar Association, New York, USA
The Law Society, United Kingdom.
International Society for Development and Sustainability, Japan.
European Society of International Law, Italy.

Area of Interest
  • Criminology
  • Human Rights
  • International Law
  • Jurisprudence
  • Labour Laws
  • Property Law
  • Tax Law
  • land law
Looking for opportunity

I am writing to express my profound interest in joining your esteemed institution as a dedicated member of your legal faculty. As a seasoned lawyer and accomplished professor, I bring a wealth of experience, passion for the law, and a commitment to fostering academic excellence in the next generation of legal minds.

Throughout my career, I have consistently strived to merge the realms of legal practice and academia, believing firmly in the symbiotic relationship between theory and application. My tenure as a practicing advocate has equipped me with invaluable insights into real-world legal dynamics, while my years in academia have honed my ability to impart complex legal concepts with clarity and precision.

What sets me apart is not just my comprehensive understanding of the law, but my unwavering dedication to nurturing intellectual curiosity and critical thinking among my students. I firmly believe that legal education should transcend rote memorization and case briefing, instead fostering a deep-seated understanding of legal principles and their societal implications. My teaching philosophy centers on cultivating a dynamic learning environment where students are empowered to engage critically with legal theory and grapple with the ethical complexities inherent in the law.

Moreover, I am deeply committed to advancing legal scholarship through rigorous research and publication. My work has been published in prestigious journals, contributing to ongoing conversations within the legal community on topics ranging from constitutional law to international human rights. I am eager to collaborate with fellow faculty members in furthering the academic discourse and pushing the boundaries of legal scholarship.

Beyond my academic and professional credentials, I bring a collaborative spirit, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a genuine enthusiasm for mentoring aspiring legal professionals. I am eager to contribute to the vibrant intellectual community at your institution and play a role in shaping the next generation of legal leaders.

Experience
11 Years