Purpose of the role:

To assist in managing and overseeing litigation matters involving the company.

:

- Litigation Support: Tracking all the legal cases to support the legal proceedings and assisting in handling all aspects of litigation, including pre-litigation disputes, discovery, trial preparation, and court appearances.
- Legal Research: Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to support litigation strategies and provide sound legal advice.
- Case Management: Take courtroom notes, ensure attendance of witnesses, support in developing evidence, case information & settlement options, help manage case files, track deadlines and legal costs, and ensure timely submission of legal documents.

- Documentation:
- Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and settlement agreements.
- Organize case-related files, establish /update records, and monitor deadlines.
- Accurately manage the archival, retrieval, and recording of case files, both hard and soft copies.
- Inter-Team Coordination: To interact with the concerned employees of different departments and teams of the company/group company related to the cases and drafting complaints/replies.
- External Counsel Coordination: Support the coordination of efforts with external law firms representing the company.
- Compliance: Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations and stay updated on changes in legislation that may impact the company.
- Reporting: Prepare reports on litigation status, risks, and outcomes for the reporting manager and senior management as may be required.
- Training:



Participate in training sessions and provide guidance to internal teams on litigation-related matters and best practices. Compile and provide relevant legal updates to the team.

Ideal Attribute Profile:

- Strong analytical and research-oriented skills.
- High attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Professional Integrity and strong adherence to ethical standards.
- Proactive and solution focused.
- Skilled at inter-team collaboration.
- Proficient in verbal and written communication in English, Hindi, and Kannada.
- Adaptable and willing to travel across the country.

Professional Skills Required

- Indian Law Expertise: Proficient in civil, criminal, and procedural laws.
- Litigation Management Skills: Ability to manage all phases of litigation and track multiple cases for timely updates.
- Legal Research and Analytical Skills: Skilled in conducting in-depth legal research and providing strategic insights.
- Drafting and Documentation Skills: Proficient in drafting and managing legal documents with accuracy.
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Robust communication in English, Hindi, and Kannada for effective coordination.
- Compliance and Regulatory Knowledge: Knowledgeable in laws and regulations to ensure company compliance.
- Time Management and Organisational Skills: Efficient in handling deadlines, case tracking, and travel demands.
- Problem-solving and Conflict Resolution Skills: Skilled in resolving disputes and finding legal solutions.
- Professional Ethics and Integrity: Maintains high ethical standards and manages sensitive information responsibly.
- Technical Skills: Proficient with legal research tools and Microsoft Office.

📌 Legal Secretary Manager (Udupi)
🏢 Manipal Technologies
📍 Udupi