Managing Associate/ Principle Associate

Company Description

Krishna & Saurastri Associates LLP is an award-winning pan-India law firm with offices in Mumbai, New Delhi, Bangalore, Pune, Chennai, and Ahmedabad. The firm consists of over 200 professionals with diverse academic and industry backgrounds, offering business-friendly legal services across a wide range of sectors. Established as a boutique intellectual property and technology law firm in 1992, it has since grown into a full-service law firm. The firm operates through two primary divisions: Intellectual Property & Technology and General Practice, leveraging its team's unique expertise to deliver maximum value to clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work as an integral part of the IP litigation team, handling complex and high-stakes IP disputes before various courts and tribunals, with a primary focus on the Bombay High Court.
• Draft and review pleadings, written statements, rejoinders, legal notices, and other litigation documents pertaining to trademark, copyright, and related IP disputes.
• Conduct in-depth legal research on relevant case laws, statutes, and emerging issues in IP litigation.
• Appear before courts, tribunals, and other forums, and assist in the conduct of hearings and trials.
• Brief and coordinate with senior counsels, prepare case strategies, and ensure effective case management.
• Manage client communications, provide strategic legal advice, and maintain high standards of client servicing.
• Supervise and mentor junior associates, ensuring quality work output and adherence to timelines.
• Liaise and collaborate with colleagues across branch offices for multi-jurisdictional matters.
• Travel across India for hearings, client meetings, and case management, as required.
• Stay abreast of recent legal developments, judgments, and legislative changes in IP law.

Candidate Profile / Requirements:

• Education: LLB from a reputed law school with strong academic credentials.
• Experience: Minimum 7+ years of post-qualification experience in IP litigation, preferably with a leading law firm in Mumbai.
• Proven experience handling trademark infringement, passing off, and copyright infringement matters before the Bombay High Court and other courts.
• Excellent legal drafting, analytical, and research skills.
• Strong ability to manage multiple cases and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in English, Hindi, and Marathi (spoken and written).
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, mentor juniors, and collaborate effectively with peers and partners.
• Must be enrolled with the Bar Council of India and eligible to practice law in India.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and client service orientation.