Joanna
Phillips
Lawyer | Data Protection Officer | POSH Presiding Officer | Leadership Coach | Writer
Joanna Phillips is a multifaceted legal professional with extensive expertise in regulatory compliance, contract negotiation, and data protection. She has served as a Legal Associate, Data Protection Officer, and IC Committee Presiding Officer, bringing a robust foundation in both corporate and litigation law.
Having practiced at the High Court of Bombay and the District and Sessions Court, Joanna's legal acumen covers Writ Petitions, Civil Appeals, and the Domestic Violence Act. Additionally, she combines her legal background with human capital excellence as a CPD-UK Certified Performance Coach and POSH Trainer.
She holds an LL.B with Distinction and an MBA in International Business Management, equipping her with the strategic foresight to navigate complex legal and business landscapes.
Areas of Expertise
Legal & Regulatory Compliance
End-to-end legal oversight, contract drafting, negotiations, risk mitigation, and compliance with the DPDP Act and ISO/IEC 27001.
POSH & Data Protection
Certified POSH Trainer and Presiding Officer with a strategic focus on data privacy frameworks and workplace safety.
Leadership Coaching
CPD-UK Certified Performance Coach trained in REBT, NLP, and Emotional Intelligence to foster human capital excellence.
Education & Credentials
MBA in International Business Management
Amity University | 2020 – 2022
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B / B.A.LL.B)
Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University | 2015 – 2019
Grade: Distinction (SGPA 8.50)
Certifications
- CPD-UK Certified Performance Coach
- ICC Coaching Programme
- POSH Trainer
- Trained in REBT, NLP, and Emotional Intelligence
Key Experience
Legal Associate & Data Protection Officer
Pulse | Apr 2026 – Present
Management and Legal Consultant
Dominion Phillips Educare | Oct 2023 – Nov 2024
Advocate
High Court of Bombay | Oct 2019 – May 2022
Researched and drafted Writ Petitions, Civil Appeals, Criminal Appeals, and Bail Applications.
Publications & Speaking Engagements
Publications
PORN SCORN: MERE FANTASY OR SOCIO-PSYCHOLOGICAL ISSUE
Published in International Journal of Law Management (May 2019)
The study of the patent in India in light with patent cooperation with TRIPS
Published/Presented at the 15th Justa Causa National Seminar Competition (Mar 2017)
Speaking Engagements
Joanna has delivered impactful talks and sessions across various organizations and institutions, combining her legal insights and coaching expertise to empower individuals.