Faculty & Administrative Staff

Dr. Anitha F N D’Souza has pursued her LL.M. from University of Law, Bangalore University. She was awarded Ph.D. from National University of Advanced Legal Studies, Cochin on the topic

“The right to food and the hurdles in its enforcement under the WTO; A study in relation to implications on India”. She has also completed her M.A. in Sociology. She has several years of teaching experience in various Law colleges in Bangalore. Her areas of teaching and research include Law of Torts, Mercantile Laws, Taxation and International Law. Prior to taking over as the Principal of B.M.S. College of Law on 17-Jan-2017, she was the Vice Principal from 2011 and Assistant Professor from 2003 to 2011. She has held several academic assignments such as Chairman, Deputy Custodian, Member of Faculty of Law and Board of Examiners of KSLU and Bangalore University. She has been instrumental in organizing the Student Development Programmes, National Moot Court Competitions, Symposiums, Seminars, National and International Conferences for the benefit of students. She has presented papers in various State, National & International Seminars, Conferences, Workshops and Published papers in various Journals.

Dr. Sujatha S. has pursued her LL.M., M.A. and M.Phil. She has also been awarded the Ph.D. from NUALS, Ernakulam, Kerala on the topic “New Dimensions on Judicial Review of Constitutional Amendment: A Study with Special Reference to Articles 31A, 31B and 31C read with Ninth Schedule under the Constitution of India''. Currently she is serving as Vice Principal of the B.M.S. College of Law. She has been a part of B.M.S. College of Law for the past 23 years in various capacities. She is also heading as chairperson of Legal Aid Cell, Human Rights Cell and Women’s Cell. She has vast experience in the teaching profession of Law. She has presented papers in various State, National & International Seminars, Conferences, Workshops and Published papers in various Journals. Her areas of teaching include Constitutional Law, Jurisprudence, Property Law, Women & Law, Contract II and DPC. She has been contributing her services for the overall development of the institution and the students.

Dr. Veerabhadraiah C.

Associate Professor

Dr. Veerabhadraiah C. pursued his LL.M. from University Law College, Bangalore University. He also completed his M.A. in Political Science. He was awarded a Ph.D. from University Law College & P.G. Department of Law on the topic, “Legal Regime on Contract Labor- A comparative study with special reference to India and U.K.”. He has rich experience in teaching and has been a part of B.M.S. College of law since 2006. He is a member of the Board of Studies for Dr. Ambedkar Institute of Technology College, Bangalore. He is also a member of the Board of Examiners for the Department of Studies in Law, Shree Krishna Devaraya University, Bellary. (External Examiner for LL.M. Dissertation). He has been a Vigilant member, Supervisor, External Senior Supervisor Flying, and Sitting Squad Member for LL.B. Examination since 2010. He has set many question papers for the KSLU examination and was an Assistant and Deputy Custodian for the December 2019 and 2020 examination valuation of KSLU. He has presented papers at the State level, National Seminars and International conferences. He has also published papers in various Books and reputed Journals.

He has pursued his LL.M. from University of Law, Bangalore University in the year 1997. He has rich experience of 10 years in Advocacy (both Civil and Criminal) and 14 years of teaching profession experience. He is currently pursuing his Ph.D. from Alliance University and research is on “A Socio-Legal study on Social and Economic Security in India.” with special reference to the State of Karnataka and Kerala. He has Legal Practice experience in both Subordinate’s and High Court. He is a coordinator of Legal Aid Services in the institution. He has presented papers in various State, National & International Seminars, Conferences, Workshops and Published papers in various Journals. His areas of teaching and research include Code of Civil Procedure (CPC), CrPC, Indian Evidence Act, Indian Penal Code (IPC), Property Law, Mohammedan Law, Jurisprudence, White Collar Crimes, Penology, Victimology, Legal Research, Competition Law, International Economics & Trade Law, Consumer Protection Act and Contract Law.

Dr. Satish K.S. has pursued his LL.M. in Constitutional Law from Bangalore University. He holds a Ph.D. in Law on the topic; “Union-States Legislative Relations a Comparative Study with Special Reference to India and U.S.A.”from Bangalore University in 2019. He has qualified UGC-NET for Assistant Professor and K-SET. He has a huge teaching experience of 12 years. He has participated and published papers in a number of International and National Conferences, Seminars, Symposiums and Workshops.

She has pursued her LL.M. in Constitutional Law from the University of Mysore in 2009. She completed her M.A. in Political Science from Karnataka State Open University in 2012. She has cleared UGC-NET. She has several years of teaching experience. She was awarded a gold medal and cash prize for securing the highest marks in Constitutional Law. She is pursuing her Ph.D. in Karnataka State Law University, Hubballi on the topic “A Comparative Study of Right to Privacy in the UK, USA, and India – With Special Reference to Data Protection”. She has worked as a Research Assistant to Prof. K.S Suresh, Principal, JSS Law College, Mysore in preparation of study material on Criminal Law for a Diploma Course in Karnataka State Open University, Mysore. She has presented a number of papers in State and National Level Seminars. She has also published papers in different Journals. Her areas of teaching interest include Constitutional Law, Property Law, Jurisprudence, Family Law –II and Interpretation of Statutes

Dr. Nalini R. pursued her LL.M. and Ph.D. from Bangalore University. She also pursued her M.A. in Political Science. She has qualified UGC-NET for Lectureship. Her area of specialization is Labour Law. She has vast experience in teaching, including working in Karnataka State Law University, Hubballi, and University Law College, Bangalore University. She has also worked as a Special Officer & Director of the College Development Council of Karnataka State Law University. She has presented & published articles in various National and International Journals.

Dr. Harish Lambani holds a Master’s Degree in Law and Political Science subjects. He has pursued M.A. from Karnataka University, Dharwad. He did his LL.M. from University Law College, Bangalore University. He has been awarded the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) from Bangalore University in the year 2021. He has published a book and many articles in National and International Journals. He also worked as an investigator conducted many field surveys in Karnataka and has assisted the institutes like LOKNITI & CSDS in conducting socio-political surveys. He is also appointed as the Secretary to the Bangalore Zone Karnataka Law Teachers Association in 2019. He has huge years of Teaching Experience in Law and Political Science subjects. He has also served as a soldier in the Indian Air Force for 11 Years.

She pursued her LL.M. in Intellectual Property Rights from RML National Law University, Lucknow. She has qualified for UGC-NET. She is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in CMR University; Bangalore on the topic “Protection of Biodiversity under Intellectual Property Rights”. She has several years of teaching experience. She has presented papers in State and National Seminars and Published Articles in reputed Journals. Her areas of teaching interest include IPR, Family Law, Transfer of Property, and Law of Torts.

Dr. Gayathri Bai S. has pursued her LL.M. from University Law College, Bangalore University in Business Law and has awarded Ph.D. degree from Department of Law, Mysore University in 2017 for her thesis titled “Protection of Foreign Direct Investment under International Law with special reference to India”. She has cleared her K-SET in 2015. She has various years of teaching experience. She has 7 years of research experience in various subjects. Her area of interest is FDI, Constitution, IPR, Company Law, Taxation and Criminal Laws. She has co-ordinated various states and national level conference organized in collaboration with KILPAR and Karnataka State Women Commission and was the editor of the conference proceedings. She has published many research articles in UGC Journals & International journals and presented research papers during various national and international conferences and seminars. She invited as a resource person by Christ School of Law, Christ University, Bangalore. She sets question papers for examinations of Karnataka State Law University, Hubballi and University Law College, Bangalore University.

Dr. Roopa S. completed her LL.M. in Business Law from University Law College, Bangalore University. She is awarded Ph.D. in Law in 2020 from Bangalore University on the topic, “Consumer Protection Laws and Tourism - A Comparative Study with Special Reference to India, UK, and Australia”.She has qualified for K-SET. She has huge years of teaching experience. She has worked as a co-ordinator for the National Conference on ‘Protection of Rights and Dignity of Women in the Digital Era’ organized by the Karnataka State Commission for Women. She has presented the research papers in various State Level Seminars, National, International Conferences, and Law Journals. She has complied with various academic duties as Question Paper Setter, Valuer, Reviewer, External Examiner, and Senior External Supervisor. Her areas of interest include Hindu Law, Muslim Law, Torts, Jurisprudence, Environmental Law, and Human Rights.

She pursued her LL.M. in Constitutional and Administrative Law from Karnataka State Law University, Hubballi. She has qualified her K-SET. She has three years of teaching experience. She has presented research papers at various National Conferences and Seminars. She has completed the National Level Faculty Development Program in ‘Public Law’. Her areas of teaching interest include Laws pertaining to Women and Medical laws. She has stood first and secured a Gold Medal, sponsored by Nani Phalkiwala Memorial Trust, Mumbai.

He pursued his LL.M. in Constitutional and Administrative Law from the University Law College, Bangalore University; Bangalore. He also holds an M.B.L. Degree from the National Law School of India University; Bangalore. He has presented and published various papers in National and International seminars. He has been invited as a Resource Person to deliver various guest lectures at reputed colleges and also to judge many National Level Moot Court competitions and various Law Events like Mock Trial, Legal Debate, etc. He has a diverse experience, both as an advocate and as an academician, and tries to imbibe a healthy mixture of both as a practitioner in academics and therefore is a strong advocate of holistic legal education. His areas of teaching interest include Constitutional Law, Administrative Law, Jurisprudence, Law of Crimes, Business Laws, Intellectual Property Law, Health Laws, and Medical Laws among others.

He has pursued his LL.M. in Corporate and Commercial Laws from Maharashtra National Law University, Mumbai. His research has been published in Online Blog journals such as Law Essentials and Legal Armor on topics such as 'Pandemic Lockdown: Wolf in Sheep's Clothing?', and 'Does Psychology & Environment Interplays? – From Development to Survival'. He has presented a paper titled 'Women in Detention’ at International Seminar on Women & Law held at ILI, New Delhi. Recently, he has participated in International Confluence of Academicians, The Kathmandu Dialogue 2020, as an Indian delegate. He is following the trend in the legal sector and development in Artificial intelligence and received the honor of being a part of the Artificial Intelligence General Assembly, as one of the delegates. He holds experience of two years in research and teaching. He teaches International Trade Economics, Jurisprudence, Human Rights as well as Administrative Law.

Ms. Rachana Malini Lakshman has secured the first rank with distinction in M.A. Political Science from Hyderabad Central University (ranked 6th in the country). She has cleared her NET and KSET. She is currently pursuing her Ph.D. from Bangalore University on the topic, “India’s Progression towards UN Millennium Development Goals: An Assessment of Health and Gender Indicators”. She has two years of teaching experience. Her areas of teaching and research interest include Political theory and thought, Western Political Thought, Rural Development, Governance, Women Studies, Gender Politics, and International Relations. She has published articles in National Journals and also presented various research papers at National level conferences. She has secured two gold medals in her master’s program.

She has pursued her M.A. in Political Science from Bangalore University with specialization in Public Administration. She secured the First rank in university and three Gold Medals. She has qualified her K-SET. Her primary area of interest lies in Public Administration and Public Policy with a special focus on the regional polity. She has completed various Faculty Induction Programmes, International Faculty Development Programme, Capacity Building Programme conducted by the Minister of Human Resource Development and ICSSR. Her areas of teaching include Western and Indian Political Thought, Major Constitutions and Administration of Developed and Developing countries, and Comparative politics.

She pursued her LL.M. in Business Law from University Law College, Bangalore. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Christ University on the topic “The conundrum as to the protection of trade secrets in the software industry: A critical analysis”. She worked as an Assistant Professor at B.E.S. College of Law, The Oxford College of Law, and Seshadripuram College of Law, Bangalore. She served as NSS Program Officer and In-Charge of Legal Aid Cell. She has presented several papers in State, National, and International seminars and published papers in various journals. Her areas of interest include Family Law, Law of Taxation, Law of Contracts, IPR, Banking law, and RTI.

He has pursued his LL.M. from University Law College, Bangalore in 2019. He qualified for the K-SET for Assistant Professor. He served at KLE Society’s Law College, Bangalore for two years. His areas of teaching include Environmental Law, Administrative Law, Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Contract and Industrial Laws. He has participated and presented research papers in International and National Seminars.

She has completed her L.L.M. in Constitutional and Administrative Law from Christ University, Bangalore. She has actively taken part in National Trial Advocacy Competitions and Jessup International Moot Court Competitions as an organizing head and represented the college in Moot Court competitions. She has published papers in reputed journals and has attended various webinars and seminars. She is the author of books titled “Critical Analysis of National Education Policy, 2020 vis-à-vis Right to Education” and “In-debt-nity or Indemnity: A study on Agricultural Insurance in India”.