Law Officer

Job Title: Law Officer

Department: Legal
Reporting To: Management / Legal Head
Location: Kolkata

Salary Range

₹20,000 – ₹25,000 per month (CTC)

Job Purpose

To handle the organization’s legal matters, coordinate with external legal professionals, represent the company before lower courts, and ensure effective legal support and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Legal Coordination & Case Management

• Coordinate with legal vendors, panel advocates, and senior counsels
• Follow up on case progress, hearings, and legal opinions
• Prepare and maintain records of all ongoing and closed cases

Court Appearance & Representation

• Appear and present cases before lower courts, tribunals, and quasi-judicial authorities
• Assist senior advocates during hearings and case preparation
• Handle filing, listing, and procedural compliances in courts

Drafting & Documentation

• Draft, review, and vet legal documents such as agreements, notices, replies, affidavits, petitions, and pleadings
• Ensure accuracy and timely submission of legal documentation

Legal Compliance & Advisory

• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations relevant to the organization
• Provide legal inputs to management on risk and preventive legal measures
• Track changes in laws and inform management of implications

Liaison & Follow-up

• Liaise with courts, advocates’ offices, government departments, and legal vendors
• Coordinate for documentation, hearings, and statutory filings

Qualifications & Experience

• LLB from a recognized university; enrolment with State Bar Council preferred
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in litigation and court practice
• Experience in handling lower court matters independently

Skills Required

• Strong legal drafting and oral advocacy skills
• Practical knowledge of court procedures and filings
• Good coordination, follow-up, and communication skills
• Willingness to travel locally within Kolkata for court and official work

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person