Associate Partner Litigation & Disputes

Metalegal Advocates is looking for an accomplished legal professional to join our Disputes Practice as an Associate Partner at our Delhi office. This senior leadership role is tailored for a lawyer with deep expertise in complex litigation and dispute resolution, especially in economic offences, taxation (direct and indirect), and related economic and regulatory laws. As an Associate Partner, you will take charge of leading complex litigation and dispute resolution matters independently. Your responsibilities will include mentoring junior colleagues, collaborating closely with the firm's founding partner and other practice heads, and providing strategic legal advice to clients on contentious and high stakes matters such as investigations, regulatory actions, and multi-jurisdictional disputes. Key Responsibilities: - Lead complex litigation and dispute resolution matters related to economic offences, white-collar crime, taxation, company law, insolvency, and regulatory proceedings. - Represent clients before courts and quasi-judicial forums. - Devise litigation strategy, oversee all aspects of matters, and provide support during investigations by law enforcement and regulatory agencies. - Engage in negotiations, settlement discussions, and alternate dispute resolution. - Collaborate with internal teams and external advisors, supervise and mentor team members, and contribute to knowledge development and legal writing initiatives. - Support firm-wide leadership in business development, client relationship management, and internal governance. Candidate Profile: Essential Qualifications and Experience: - LL.B. degree from a reputed law school; LL.M. preferred. - 8-14 years of post-qualification experience in litigation and dispute resolution. - Expertise in economic offences, tax litigation, and regulatory disputes. - Courtroom experience before High Courts and Tribunals; Supreme Court experience is a plus. - Understanding of legal procedures, compliance frameworks, and judicial trends in economic laws. Skills and Attributes: - Strong leadership and team management skills. - Excellent legal drafting, research, and analytical abilities. - Business acumen, familiarity with corporate structures, commerce, and financial instruments. - Ability to lead and manage clients and cases independently. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills, high integrity, and professional ethics. Work Environment: - Location: Jangpura, New Delhi (no remote work policy). - Remuneration: Competitive and commensurate with experience, including a fixed component and performance-based annual bonus.,