Legal Associate

Hiring: Legal Associates (Practice-Track Based Recruitment) Location: Mumbai (On-site) Engagement: Full-time / Retainership / Panel Advocate Experience Level: Mid-Senior to Senior (independent handling expected) We are inviting applications from experienced Legal Associates with demonstrable expertise in defined areas of Indian law. The role is structured into distinct practice tracks, and applicants must apply only under the track that reflects their core strength. This position is intended for professionals who can advise, consult, draft, and argue independently, with minimal supervision. Practice Tracks (Applicants Must Choose One Primary Track) Track 1: Criminal Law & Economic Offences Focus Areas BNS / IPC, BNSS / CrPC Prevention of Corruption Act PMLA, NDPS, Economic Offences Bail, Anticipatory Bail, Quashing, Trials, Appeals Required Skill Set Drafting FIR challenges, bail applications, quashing petitions, written submissions Arguing before Trial Courts, High Courts, and Special Courts Advising on criminal exposure, strategy, and compliance Experience with investigating agencies and procedural law Track 2: Civil & Commercial Litigation Focus Areas Property disputes, contracts, injunctions Commercial suits, recovery proceedings Specific performance, tenancy, redevelopment disputes Required Skill Set Drafting plaints, written statements, interim applications Handling evidence, trial strategy, and final arguments Advising clients on litigation risk and settlement Appearances before Civil Courts and Commercial Courts Track 3: Arbitration & Dispute Resolution Focus Areas Domestic arbitration Section 9, 11, 34, and 37 proceedings Enforcement and execution of awards Required Skill Set Drafting arbitration petitions and pleadings Advising on arbitration clauses and strategy Appearing before High Courts and Arbitral Tribunals Strong command over Arbitration and Conciliation Act Track 4: Insolvency & Bankruptcy (IBC) Focus Areas Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP) Liquidation proceedings Personal guarantor insolvency Required Skill Set Drafting applications before NCLT/NCLAT Advising creditors, corporate debtors, and resolution professionals Handling claims, resolution plans, and objections Strong understanding of IBC timelines and jurisprudence Track 5: Real Estate, Redevelopment & Regulatory Focus Areas Society redevelopment MHADA / SRA / cessed buildings RERA and municipal regulations Required Skill Set Drafting development agreements, conveyances, notices Advising societies, tenants, and developers Handling writ petitions and regulatory challenges Familiarity with DCPR and municipal laws Track 6: Banking, Finance & Regulatory Litigation Focus Areas SARFAESI, DRT, DRAT Banking recovery proceedings Regulatory and compliance disputes Required Skill Set Drafting securitisation applications and writ petitions Advising borrowers and lenders Appearances before DRTs, DRATs, and High Courts Strong procedural and financial understanding Core Responsibilities (Across All Tracks) Independent legal advisory and consulting Drafting pleadings, opinions, agreements, and applications Court and tribunal appearances Strategy development for complex legal matters Client interaction and matter management Mandatory Application Requirements Every applicant must clearly specify: Primary Practice Track (one only) Secondary Area (if any) Specific skills aligned with the chosen track, including: Nature of drafting handled Forums regularly appeared before Matters independently handled Applications without a clearly defined practice track and skill mapping will not be considered. What We Look For Depth over breadth Independent handling capability Strong drafting and advocacy skills Strategic legal thinking Professional discipline and client focus How to Apply Please submit: Updated CV Short cover note mentioning practice track and expertise Representative work or experience summary