Legal Officer

**Job Description: Lawyer - Land and Property Law**

**Position**: Lawyer
**Location**: Kolkata
**Department**: Legal
**Qualification**: LLB from a recognized University
**Experience**: 5 years +
**Language Proficiency**: Bengali & English (Both)

**Job Summary**:
**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Land Documentation**:

- Draft, review, and execute land-related documents including land deeds, agreements, sale deeds, gift deeds, power of attorney, and other property-related contracts.
- Assist in drafting and reviewing land agreements and ensure compliance with statutory regulations.
- Prepare and verify land documents such as Parcha, land deeds, and land record updates for legal validity.
- **Statutory Compliances**:

- Ensure that land transactions and documentation are in full compliance with the relevant land laws and regulations.
- Handle legal aspects of land mutation, conversion of land records, and change in land titles.
- Regularly review and ensure compliance with statutory requirements related to land and property, including land revenue laws.
- **Land Department Work**:

- Liaise with the Land Revenue Department (BLRO), government officials, and other authorities to ensure legal procedures are followed.
- **Land Records & Mutation**:

- Manage and maintain land records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with statutory guidelines.
- Assist in the process of mutation of land records and title transfer in land revenue departments.
- Work on updating land titles, property ownership records, and other statutory documents related to land holdings.
- **Land Deeds & Conversion of Land Records**:

- Draft and execute conversion documents for land use, including conversion from agricultural to non-agricultural land.
- Ensure the proper preparation and registration of land deeds and agreements, including verification of titles and claims.
- Handle legal documentation and processes required for land deed registrations and conversions with authorities.
- **Independent Drafting in Bengali & English**:

- Independently draft legal documents, notices, petitions, and agreements in both Bengali and English.
- Ensure that legal language used in all documents is clear, precise, and in compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
- Provide legal guidance and assistance in drafting custom land-related contracts and agreements for clients.
- **Legal Representation**:

- Represent clients in land-related disputes, court cases, or proceedings involving land transactions and disputes.
- Provide legal counsel on matters relating to land disputes, ownership issues, boundary disputes, and encroachments.
- Attend hearings and coordinate with relevant legal authorities, courts, and clients.

**Required Skills & Qualifications**:

- LLB (Bachelor of Law) from a recognized University.
- Strong expertise in land-related documentation, statutory compliances, and land revenue laws.
- In-depth knowledge of land records, mutation, conversion, and related legal processes.
- Proficient in drafting legal documents in both Bengali and English.
- Familiarity with the working of the Land Revenue Department (BLRO) and related government agencies.
- At least [Specify Years] of experience in handling land and property law matters.
- Strong analytical, research, and communication skills.
- Excellent negotiation and client management skills.

**Preferred Qualifications**:

- Experience in handling legal matters related to land transactions, deeds, and title verification.
- Ability to independently draft and execute various land-related legal documents in both languages.

**Why Join Us?**
- Be a part of a respected legal team working on land-related cases and documentation.
- Opportunity for professional growth and development in the field of property law.
- Competitive salary and benefits.

**Mobile Number
- 7439463750**

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

**Benefits**:

- Cell phone reimbursement

Schedule:

- Day shift

Work Location: In person