Legal Expert – White Collar Crimes Defense (PMLA & FEMA)

Legal Advisor/Expert

more than 2 years of experience

Location-based requirement

Key Responsibilities:

• Client Advisory & Representation:

• Advise clients on matters related to the

  Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA)

  and

  Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA)

  .
• Provide expert legal counsel in proceedings and representations before the

  Enforcement Directorate (ED)

  and other relevant authorities.
• Draft and file legal representations, responses, and documents related to PMLA and FEMA matters.

• Litigation & Defense:

• Represent clients at various forums, including

  Appellate Authorities

  ,

  Tribunals

  , and

  Enforcement Directorate hearings

  .
• Assist in the preparation of

  defense strategies

  and manage complex legal issues in white-collar criminal matters.
• Provide support in disputes involving

  Black Money

  ,

  GST

  ,

  Customs

  , and

  Benami transactions

  .

• Legal Research & Compliance:

• Conduct comprehensive research on legal precedents, rulings, and relevant legislative changes concerning PMLA and FEMA.
• Monitor developments in

  white-collar crime laws

  and provide strategic recommendations to clients and the internal team.

• Team Collaboration:

• Collaborate effectively with the internal team to develop cohesive strategies for client defense.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case documentation and legal filings.

• Stakeholder Management:

• Communicate effectively with clients, regulatory bodies, and enforcement authorities.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with external counsel, regulatory authorities, and stakeholders.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience

  in advising clients on

  PMLA

  and

  FEMA

  matters, with a solid understanding of related white-collar crime laws and regulations.

• Prior experience

  working directly with the

  Enforcement Directorate (ED)

  is highly

  preferred

  and will be an added advantage.
• In-depth experience with proceedings before the

  Enforcement Directorate (ED)

  and

  Appellate Authorities

  is essential.

• Location-based requirement

  : Must be based in

  Hyderabad

  , as we already have personnel in other locations.
• Strong expertise in interpreting and applying the

  Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA)

  and

  Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA)

  .
• Experience in representing clients in matters related to

  Black Money

  ,

  GST

  ,

  Customs

  , and

  Benami

  transactions is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication, research, and legal drafting skills.
• Ability to think strategically and provide innovative solutions in complex legal matters.
• Law degree (LLB or equivalent), with a preference for those with additional qualifications in white-collar crime or financial regulations.