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Rajesh is a recognized authority in high-level legal strategy, with expertise in both traditional investment funds and emerging Web 3.0 technologies. As Chief Legal Officer of an investment manager regulated by the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA), he oversees the legal frameworks for all its funds across the Cayman Islands and the USA. His deep knowledge ensures top-tier legal oversight and regulatory compliance in complex, highly regulated environments.
With nearly two decades of experience, Rajesh has earned a reputation for solving complex legal challenges and driving business-focused results. His experience spans cross-border joint ventures, mergers and acquisitions, private equity, and venture capital investments across sectors as diverse as telecommunications, technology, financial services, infrastructure, film production, media, and beverages. He is also at the forefront of legal developments in Web 3.0, advising on blockchain-based ventures and other cutting-edge technologies.
Rajesh is a proven expert in structuring and restructuring foreign investments, with extensive experience in fund formation. His ability to transform high-stakes disputes into business-friendly solutions solidifies his position as a trusted legal strategist.
Having lived and worked across North America, Europe, and Asia, Rajesh brings a global perspective and deep cultural awareness. His sharp, forward-thinking approach and exceptional expertise make him the top choice for businesses seeking both legal solutions and strategic investment insights in today’s fast-evolving markets. 
I am a Senior Associate at Khaitan & Co, India's oldest full-service law firm in its market-leading Data Protection practice. I specialise in advising high profile clients in solving complex and challenging structuring issues with data, reconciling innovation with privacy concerns in India’s competitive digital economy. I represent some of the largest international as well as Indian businesses in becoming compliance with India's new data protection law, the Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023, modeled on the EU General Data Protection Regulation.
I was recently awarded the prestigious Chevening Scholarship by the Government of the United Kingdom to complete my Master of Law (LLM) at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), one of the world's top law schools. At LSE, I closely studied EU regulation on data protection and governance, digital markets and competition, as well as AI and other emerging technologies.
Having an international perspective, I am able to anticipate India's approach to interpreting and implementing data governance norms. This makes my insights deeply valuable and sought after by forward looking businesses that seek to sustainably structure their data and AI governance norms.
As one of India's youngest non-fiction authors, I having written 'What Privacy Means: Why It Matters and How We Can Protect It' published by Hachette, which recently featured in GQ Magazine's top 10 non-fiction. I am also a Gold Medalist in 'Information Technology Law' and 'Media Law' for securing the highest marks in these courses during my undergraduate education at NUJS, one of India's top law schools.
Prior to LSE, as part of Trilegal's Technology, Media and Telecommunications Team, I advised the world's largest data-driven businesses on structuring complex data sharing and processing arrangements, strategising personal data breach and cyber security incident responses and vetting EU - India in-bound data transfers for leading outsourced service providers from a GDPR perspective. I specialise in carrying out end-to-end data protection gap assessments as well as ensureing business can make their products, services, tech and infrastructure compliance with data protection law. Durham University law graduate with First Class Honours and international legal internship experience across the UK, Singapore, and India. I bring a truly global perspective, having worked in diverse legal environments and across multiple jurisdictions. My ability to speak five languages strengthens my cross-cultural communication skills, and I thrive in fast-paced, international settings.
I am passionate about commercial law and am eager to contribute to a global law firm where I can continue to grow, collaborate, and make a meaningful impact. With a strong academic foundation, practical experience across continents, and a proactive mindset, I am currently seeking opportunities to begin my legal career with a forward-thinking firm.
Outside of work, I’m a fitness enthusiast and competitor in HYROX events, dedicated to discipline, endurance, and continuous improvement, both in and out of the workplace. 
