Corporate Litigation Lawyer| Mumbai

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About the Role

Corporate Litigation Lawyer

This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic organization supporting cutting-edge sectors like education, media, and technology, where your expertise will directly impact corporate risk management and dispute resolution strategies.

Key Responsibilities

Civil Litigation & Case Management

• Manage end-to-end civil litigation including recovery suits, defamation claims, contractual disputes, and related matters.
• Draft and finalize all pleadings such as plaints, written statements, replies, rejoinders, affidavits, and interim relief applications.
• Prepare evidence bundles and examination briefs; ensure timely procedural compliance in filings and hearings across courts.
• Liaise effectively with clients, witnesses, external counsel, and relevant authorities.
• Maintain and update litigation trackers, monitoring deadlines and court dates rigorously.

Legal Research & Drafting

• Conduct thorough legal research on civil procedure, contract law, criminal law, and case precedents.
• Draft clear and enforceable legal notices, replies, settlement agreements, and pre-litigation correspondence.
• Prepare detailed legal strategy notes and risk assessments for internal stakeholders and management.

Court Representation & Alternative Dispute Resolution

• Represent the organization in civil courts, High Courts, NCLT, consumer forums, and quasi-judicial bodies.
• Handle recovery proceedings including execution petitions and MSMED Act claims.
• Participate in arbitration, mediation, Lok Adalats, and conciliation processes to resolve disputes amicably when possible.

Internal Advisory & Risk Review

• Provide legal advice to management on civil liabilities, litigation risks, and preemptive strategies.
• Review contracts and marketing or press content for litigation and reputational risks.
• Support internal departments (HR, Operations, Finance) on legal queries and escalations.

Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain updated legal dashboards, litigation trackers, and audit documentation.
• Assist in responding to statutory notices, court summons, and regulatory inquiries.

Qualifications & Skills

• LL.B. degree from a recognized law school; LL.M. is a strong plus.
• Licensed to practice law in India (Sanad mandatory).
• 5-15 years of proven litigation experience, particularly in civil suits, recovery cases, defamation, and contract disputes.
• Strong drafting skills and courtroom presence, comfortable independently handling cases.
• Proficient with legal research platforms such as SCC Online, Manupatra, or equivalent.
• Excellent command of English, both written and verbal, with sharp attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• High ethical standards and professionalism.

Preferred Experience

• Exposure to clients in education, media, or technology sectors.
• Familiarity with criminal aspects of civil matters such as bounced cheque cases (Section 138 NI Act) or IT Act violations.
• Knowledge of intellectual property law, consumer protection, or arbitration proceedings is an advantage.

Why Join Us

• Work with a forward-thinking analytics and education-driven company.
• Be part of a growing team where your legal insights influence key corporate decisions.
• Opportunity to handle diverse, high-impact cases and contribute to strategic dispute resolution.

If youre a driven litigation lawyer ready to take your career to the next level in a fast-paced, innovative environment, we want to hear from you!

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Job Type: Full-time

License/Certification:

• Sanad License (Required)

Work Location: In person