In-house Counsel for Real Estate

**EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS**:
Minimum of **3 to 5** years of experience in the legal field.

**ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS**
- Bachelor’s degree in **Law** from a recognised University
- LLM will be an added advantage
- Must have cleared **AIBE**

**DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**

**PRIMARY**:

- Handling all the cases pertaining to our Company in Ramanagara District Court Complex.
- Handling future OS and IAs independently.
- Briefing case status on a weekly basis.
- Preparing weekly report regarding the same.
- Assisting the Senior Counsel whenever required.

**SECONDARY**:
Ø Promoting legal, compliance and risk management best practice throughout the company.

Ø Communicating with and managing any third-party bodies such as external counsel or auditors.

Ø Staying up-to-date with changes to legislation, particularly in relation to laws, rules and regulations that directly affect your business and specific industry.

Ø Liaising with senior members of the team.

Ø As a Sole In-House Legal Counsel serve as internal legal advisor for your employer and provide advice on a variety of legal issues, draft and review contracts, and manage or assist in managing litigation.

Ø Prepare and draft legal documents such as contracts, agreements, policies, and procedures

Ø Manage litigation and liaise with and manage external attorneys

Ø Review and draft contracts, agreements, and internal policies and ensure that they are in compliance with all statutory or legal requirements

Ø Conduct legal analysis and research on various legal matters of the organization

**Ultimately, the role of the In-House Legal Counsel is to safeguard our company’s reputation by ensuring that the company strictly follows law guidelines and give legal advice to management about all relevant issues.**

**Job-Specific skills requirement**

**Courtroom Skills**

1. *Representation in Revenue Courts*:

- Experience in appearing before revenue courts, Land Tribunals, and appellate authorities.

2. *Drafting Pleadings*:

- Expertise in drafting writ petitions, appeals, and affidavits related to KLR Act matters.

3. *Cross-Examination*:

- Ability to challenge fraudulent tenancy claims or disputes over landholding.

**Legal Knowledge and Expertise on the KLR Act**

1. *Understanding of Land Laws*:

- Comprehensive knowledge of the *Karnataka Land Reforms Act, 1961*, including its key provisions, amendments, and rules.
- Familiarity with restrictions on ownership, tenancy rights, and agricultural land transactions under the Act.

2. *Expertise in Revenue Laws*:

- Knowledge of *RTC (Record of Rights, Tenancy, and Crops)*, mutation processes, land use conversions, and related revenue records.
- Awareness of procedures to handle disputes involving the Tahsildar, Deputy Commissioner, or revenue authorities.

3. *Compliance and Documentation*:

- Proficiency in verifying land titles, due diligence, and ensuring compliance with the KLR Act and other applicable laws like the Karnataka Land Revenue Act.

4. *Litigation Skills in Land Disputes*:

- Expertise in arguing cases related to land acquisition, tenancy rights, ceiling limits, and exemptions under the Act.
- Handling appeals before tribunals, civil courts, or the Karnataka High Court.

5. *Interpretation of Amendments*:

- Up-to-date knowledge of recent amendments to the Act, such as changes in restrictions on non-agriculturists purchasing agricultural land.

**Interpersonal and Regulatory Skills**

1. *Coordination with Government Authorities*:

- Liaison with revenue officials, land tribunals, and sub-registrar offices to manage land-related issues.

2. *Stakeholder Communication*:

- Explaining land law implications to the management in simple terms to aid decision-making.

3. *Public Notices and Legal Opinions*:

- Drafting legal opinions on land transactions and issuing public notices for clarity on ownership.
**Technology and Research Skills**

1. *Legal Research*:

- Staying updated on judgments, case laws, and amendments affecting the KLR Act.

2. *Digital Land Records*:

- Familiarity with Bhoomi or other land record systems used in Karnataka.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹75,000.00 per month

**Benefits**:

- Cell phone reimbursement
- Provident Fund

Schedule:

- Day shift

**Experience**:

- 2 to 5 EXPRIENCE: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person