Hiring for Heal Legal

We are looking for an experienced and highly skilled

Head of Legal

with deep expertise in

litigation related to real estate and property laws

. The ideal candidate will lead the legal function, handle all litigation matters, ensure regulatory compliance, and safeguard the company's legal interests in residential and commercial projects.This role demands strong

litigation management experience

, preferably from

top real estate developers or reputed law firms specializing in property disputes.

Key Responsibilities

Litigation Management

Lead and manage all litigation matters, including

property disputes, title clearances, RERA issues, regulatory challenges, arbitration, and consumer court cases.

Represent the company in various legal forums, tribunals, and courts, or coordinate with external counsel for effective case handling.Draft and review

pleadings, affidavits, writs, petitions, and responses

for ongoing cases.Develop litigation strategies and ensure timely resolution of disputes with minimal financial and reputational risks.

Real Estate Legal Advisory

Conduct due diligence on land/property titles and verify legal documentation for new acquisitions.Provide legal opinions on

JV agreements, development agreements, land aggregation, and property transactions.

Ensure compliance with

RERA, land laws, municipal regulations, environmental clearances, and other statutory requirements.

Contracts & Documentation

Draft, review, and negotiate

sale agreements, lease deeds, conveyance deeds, MOU, and contracts with vendors/partners.

Ensure all project-related legal documents are watertight to avoid future disputes.

Risk Management & Compliance

Identify potential legal risks and proactively advise the management on mitigation strategies.Stay updated on changes in

real estate, property, and corporate laws

affecting the business.Maintain proper legal records and ensure statutory compliance across all projects.

Stakeholder Management

Liaise with government authorities, regulatory bodies, and external law firms for smooth handling of legal matters.Provide

legal training and guidance

to internal teams to ensure process compliance.

Key Requirements

LLB/LLM

from a reputed law school.

12â20 years of experience in litigation

, with at least

8â10 years in the real estate sector

(developer side preferred).Strong understanding of

property laws, RERA, land acquisition, and urban development regulations.

Proven track record in

handling complex litigation, arbitration, and high-value property disputes.

Excellent drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills.Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple cases, and lead a team of legal professionals.