Legal Counsel

Corporate Stalwarts

  • Mumbai, Maharashtra
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 3 days ago
Role SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Legal Counsel with strong exposure to civil, criminal, commercial, arbitration, and regulatory matters. The candidate should be capable of independently handling high-stakes litigation, drafting complex pleadings, arguing matters before courts, and coordinating with senior counsel and clients.Key ResponsibilitiesLitigation & Court Appearances
  • Appear before the Supreme Court of India, Bombay High Court, Sessions Courts, Magistrate Courts, NCLT, and NCLAT
  • Independently argue civil, criminal, commercial, and arbitration matters
  • Handle matters involving special statutes including IBC, PMLA, MPID, POCSO, SFIO, ED,CBI, and CrPC
  • Manage court compliance, filings, and procedural requirements
Drafting & Documentation
  • Draft and vet:
  • Special Leave Petitions (SLPs)
  • Writ Petitions
  • Appeals (First & Second)
  • Criminal Revision Applications
  • Interlocutory & Miscellaneous Applications
  • Written Statements, Statements of Defence
  • Complaints, Legal Notices, Replies
  • Arbitration pleadings and enforcement petitions
  • Commercial suits and agreements (JV, Development, Settlement, Trademark matters)
  • Draft responses to government and statutory authorities such as MHADA, CIDCO, Municipal Corporations
Advisory & Strategy
  • Conduct advanced legal research on complex and novel legal issues
  • Assist in formulating litigation strategy for high-value and sensitive matters
  • Brief and coordinate with Senior Advocates and external counsels
  • Handle client conferences and provide litigation updates and advice
Practice Areas
  • Civil & Criminal Litigation
  • Commercial & Arbitration Law
  • Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code (IBC)
  • Corporate & Regulatory Litigation
  • Financial & White-Collar Crimes
  • Mediation & Alternative Dispute Resolution
RequirementsRequired Qualifications
  • LL.B (Mandatory)
  • Enrolled with State Bar Council
  • Certifications in corporate/financial crime or mediation preferred
Key Skills & Competencies
  • Strong drafting, research, and advocacy skills
  • Ability to independently handle matters end-to-end
  • Excellent oral and written communication
  • Strategic thinking and analytical ability
  • Client-focused and detail-oriented approach
  • Proficiency in MS Office; knowledge of legal tech tools is a plus

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