Executive

Key Responsibility

• Ensure timely preparation and follow-up of legal notices.
• Collect necessary documents/information from internal teams and coordinate with advocates for issuance of notices.

• Track pending litigation matters, including cheque bounce cases under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act.
• Ensure cases are filed and responded to within statutory timelines.
• Maintain an updated tracker of notices issued, cases filed, and case status.
• Attend court hearings/tribunals as company representative, if required.

• Liaise with external advocates regarding case progress and hearings.
• Verify and process advocates’ bills in line with the company’s MoU/engagement terms.

• Maintain proper records of legal cases, notices, and correspondence.
• Prepare case summaries and reports for management review.
• Verify challans, court fee payments, and ensure timely preparation/coordination with the Accounts team for disbursement.

• Follow up on critical outstanding legal issues as directed.
• Assist in ensuring smooth legal operations and compliance with timelines.
• Maintain litigation and non-litigation MIS, contract management, case diary, and status reports for Team review.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in law (LL.B.) from a recognized university (mandatory).
• Fresh graduates or candidates with up to 1 year of experience in litigation/legal support.
• Familiarity with legal drafting, notices, and procedures under the Negotiable Instruments Act (Sec. 138), CPC, and basic commercial laws.
• Internship or exposure in a law firm/corporate legal department will be an added advantage.

Key Skills

• Legal drafting & documentation
• Litigation support & case tracking
• Contract Review & compliance support
• Coordination with advocates
• Knowledge of Sec. 138 NI Act & basic laws
• Time management & follow-up
• MS Office proficiency
• Communication skills
• Integrity & confidentiality