Shreya studied International Relations at Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts, and earned an LLB (Hons) from Cardiff University, Wales. While she initially explored various career paths, she eventually discovered her passion for law during a summer course at Harvard. It was there that she realised her calling to make a difference in the legal world.
The idea for RTC was born out of a personal observation during her time in the UK, where she noticed the ease with which legal services were accessible online. In contrast, India’s legal industry was fragmented, with individuals often struggling to find competent lawyers for their specific needs. To bridge this gap, Shreya conceptualised RTC as a one-stop solution for all legal information and services in India. The platform was launched in 2021, during the pandemic, a time when the need for accessible legal assistance became more apparent than ever.
With initial funding from her father, Shreya assembled a team and laid the groundwork for RTC. Soon she onboarded over 30 lawyers and offered free legal services to clients. In FY 2022-23, RTC generated a revenue of Rs 1.25 crores despite its no-cost model for users.
Today, RTC boasts a comprehensive directory of lawyers across 200 cities in India. Apart from lawyer listings, the platform offers legal templates, explanatory materials, and insights into complex legal terminologies to help users with all the resources they need at their fingertips.
UNFAZED BY CHALLENGES
Shreya’s entrepreneurial journey has been a roller-coaster ride of highs and lows. From working solo in the early days and sketching out the platform’s user interface by hand, to building a cohesive team and managing a growing business, she has faced numerous challenges. Yet, she views these obstacles not as setbacks but as stepping stones, each one offering a unique lesson and an opportunity for growth. Shreya’s family has been her biggest support system in her journey, and gives her the confidence needed to push forward.
EMPOWERING WOMEN
One of the core missions of RTC is to ensure that legal services are accessible to everyone, particularly women. Shreya partnered with ‘Aspire For Her,’ a Mumbai-based NGO, to help women affected by the pandemic find the right legal assistance. The platform’s user-friendly interface allows women to find lawyers based on their requirements and directly contact them at no cost, ensuring they receive the help they need when they need it most.
A VISION FOR THE FUTURE
Shreya’s vision for RTC is to make it the ultimate legal resource in India—a platform that is accessible to all, regardless of the size or complexity of their legal needs. She aims to build a trusted community where users can confidently share confidential information and find the required legal assistance. With her innovative mindset and relentless drive, Shreya is not just shaping her own success story but also transforming the future of legal services in India.
SCOOPING UP ACCOLADES
Shreya’s stellar leadership has earned RTC the Best Start-Up by India 500 Start-Up Awards in 2021. The platform has also been officially recognised by the Government of India.
