Corporate Lawyer

Job Description

Here are the key roles and responsibilities of a corporate lawyer 1. Legal Advisory Advising companies on their legal rights, responsibilities, and obligations. Providing opinions on corporate laws such as the Companies Act, 2013 , SEBI regulations , Contract Act , and other applicable legislations. Assisting in risk assessment and legal due diligence during business decisions. 2. Drafting and Reviewing Contracts Drafting, vetting, and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements such as: Employment contracts NDAs (Non-Disclosure Agreements) Vendor Agreements Agreement with the clients. Lease and license agreements Ensuring contracts are legally sound and protect organisations interest. 3. Compliance and Regulatory Work Ensuring the company complies with all relevant corporate, securities, and regulatory laws. Filing necessary forms and returns with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) and Registrar of Companies (ROC) . Advising on SEBI , RBI , FEMA , competition law , and tax regulations as applicable. 4. Corporate Governance Advising boards of directors and senior management on their legal and fiduciary duties. Ensuring adherence to best practices in corporate governance. Conducting internal legal audits and assisting with statutory audits. 5. Litigation and Dispute Resolution Representing or coordinating with litigation lawyers in cases before NCLT, High Courts, and other forums. Managing legal disputes, arbitrations, and settlements. Advising on strategy to mitigate litigation risk. 6. Intellectual Property (IP) Matters Advising on trademark , copyright , and patent registrations and protection. Drafting licensing and assignment agreements. 7. Employment and Labour Law Ensuring compliance with labour laws such as the Factories Act , Shops and Establishments Act , ESI , PF , etc. Drafting employment policies and employee handbooks. 8. Company Secretarial Functions (sometimes overlapping with CS role) Assisting in conducting board and general meetings. Drafting board resolutions, minutes, and maintaining statutory registers. Educational Qualifications Undergraduate:(Mandatory) Usually a Bachelor of Laws (LL. B) Postgraduate Degree (Desirable) : Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Corporate Law, International Business Law, or related field. Professional Experience 1.A senior corporate lawyer generally has: 1015+ years of experience in legal practice In-house counsel roles at large corporations or experience in top-tier law firms. Experience leading legal teams or working directly with executive leadership and board of directors. Involvement in cross-border transactions and multinational regulatory frameworks (for global roles). 2. Skills and Competencies Strong negotiation and drafting skills. Deep understanding of corporate finance, risk management, and compliance. Ability to navigate complex regulatory environments. Strategic advisory capabilities for business planning and decision-making. Leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. 3. Licenses & Bar Membership Must be licensed to practice law in their jurisdiction. May be a member of bar associations or other professional legal bodies (e.g., American Bar Association, Bar Council of India).