USA (Commonwealth Union)_ According to the latest announcement from the White House, in a notable development, US President Joe Biden has appointed Shakuntla L Bhaya, an Indian American, to a key position, specifically as a member of the Council of the Administrative Conference of the United States. Ms Bhaya, co-owner of the Law Offices of Doroshow, Pasquale, Krawitz & Bhaya, a statewide Delaware law firm, is a specialist in representing individuals seriously injured due to unsafe decisions by businesses and individuals. Her appointment was part of several new appointments disclosed by President Biden.
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With a significant footprint in Delaware politics, Ms Bhaya has been a member of Governor Carney’s Judicial Nominating Commission for the past seven years. Beyond her legal practice, she actively contributes to Delaware politics, presently serving as a member of the Delaware Democratic Party’s State Executive Committee. A former president of the Delaware Trial Lawyers Association, Ms Bhaya remains dedicated to safeguarding consumers’ 7th Amendment Right to a jury trial and access to courts. Additionally, she is involved in national legal organizations, being a member of the American Association for Justice and the American Civil Liberties Union. Notably, Ms Bhaya is the first South Asian Indian admitted to the Delaware Bar Association.
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Ms Bhaya has played a pivotal role in advocating for LGBTQ+ rights, supporting adoption rights, addressing workplace discrimination, and championing the cause of marriage equality. Beyond her legal pursuits, she actively engages in promoting the election of pro-choice Democratic women to office. A graduate of Northeastern University School of Law, Ms Bhaya is committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in both the legal profession and politics. Her appointment underscores the Biden administration’s emphasis on diverse and inclusive representation in key roles.
