Litigation Associate

1 day ago

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Metalegal Advocates Full time ₹ 15,00,000 - ₹ 20,00,000 per year

We are seeking an experienced Litigation Associate with 5–6 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) to join our Mumbai office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in handling complex disputes across various forums, including tax matters, white-collar crime litigation, and insolvency proceedings (IBC). The role requires the ability to independently appear before courts and tribunals, manage a team of junior advocates, and coordinate closely with clients.

Key Responsibilities

  • Represent clients in litigation and dispute resolution matters before trial courts, NCLT, High Courts, and other regulatory/tribunal forums.
  • Draft, review, and finalize pleadings, petitions, applications, affidavits, and written submissions.
  • Provide strategic advice and legal opinions on tax disputes, white collar investigations/prosecutions, and IBC matters.
  • Manage and mentor a team of 3-4 junior advocates, ensuring high-quality research, drafting, and case preparation.
  • Coordinate with external counsels and law firms, as required.
  • Maintain effective communication with clients, updating them on case strategy, progress, and hearings.
  • Ensure compliance with procedural requirements and timelines across forums.

Requirements

  • Education: LLB from a reputed law school/university.
  • Experience: 5-6 years of PQE in litigation, preferably with experience in taxation disputes, white collar crime litigation, and IBC proceedings.
  • Strong advocacy skills and ability to appear independently before trial courts, High Courts, and tribunals (such as NCLT, NCLAT, ITAT, etc.).
  • Proven ability to manage and mentor junior advocates.
  • Excellent drafting, research, and analytical skills.
  • Proficiency in English (spoken and written); fluency in Hindi/Marathi desirable.
  • Strong client management and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure, handle multiple matters, and meet strict deadlines.
  • Solid understanding of procedural and substantive aspects of Indian law in the relevant practice areas.

General Expectations

  • High level of professional integrity, work ethic, and accountability.
  • Willingness to travel for hearings across different forums.
  • Ability to collaborate with colleagues across practice groups.
  • Adaptability and eagerness to grow in a dynamic litigation environment.

Retainership Fees

  • As per industry standards and based on profile/experience

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