ILA- President -Chapter Thane, Maharastra

About the Indian Lawyers Association (ILA):

Indian Lawyers Association (ILA)

About the Role:

voluntary, non-monetary leadership role

Benefits:

• Prestige & Recognition: Be the official face of ILA in Thane. Build your personal and professional brand.
• Networking Powerhouse: Access to ILA’s national network of lawyers, academicians and legal professionals across India.
• Leadership Experience: Gain hands-on experience in organising events, managing chapter operations, mentoring younger lawyers and students.
• Visibility & Opportunities: Enhanced professional profile, possibility of national ILA features, speaking engagements, collaborations.
• Impactful Contribution: Influence the local legal ecosystem — help shape a chapter that promotes mentorship, professionalism, access to justice, and helps reduce case back-log as per ILA’s mission.
• Legacy Creation: Build a chapter that will become a recognized hub of legal excellence in Nagpur.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and strengthen the ILA Thane Chapter — bring together local lawyers, academicians and law students to form a vibrant chapter community.
• Plan, organise and host local events (seminars, webinars, workshops, networking sessions) aligning with ILA’s vision of professional development and legal reform.
• Represent ILA in Thane’s legal ecosystem — build the chapter’s brand, liaise with local bar associations, law colleges, firms and the legal fraternity.
• Appoint or motivate board members/volunteers locally to support chapter activities.
• Ensure regular communication with ILA national team regarding chapter updates, progress, challenges.
• Uphold ILA’s mission of integrity, professionalism, mentorship, promoting the rule of law, access to justice and ethical conduct.

Required Qualifications & Profile:

• A law graduate (LL.B. or higher) practising or engaged with the legal community in Thane, with credible 4+ years of professional experience (advocacy, in-house, academic or similar).
• Demonstrated leadership, initiative and organisational / networking abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A genuine interest in community building, legal education, professional mentorship, the rule of law and access to justice.
• Demonstrated active engagement and professional presence on LinkedIn is required.
• Must be based in Thane (or have strong ties / ability to actively engage locally).