Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced Legal Counsel with strong exposure to civil, criminal, commercial, arbitration, and regulatory matters. The candidate should be capable of independently handling high-stakes litigation, drafting complex pleadings, arguing matters before courts, and coordinating with senior counsel and clients.

Key Responsibilities

Litigation & Court Appearances

- Appear before the Supreme Court of India, Bombay High Court, Sessions Courts, Magistrate Courts, NCLT, and NCLAT

- Independently argue civil, criminal, commercial, and arbitration matters

- Handle matters involving special statutes including IBC, PMLA, MPID, POCSO, SFIO, ED,CBI, and CrPC

- Manage court compliance, filings, and procedural requirements

Drafting & Documentation

- Draft and vet:

- Special Leave Petitions (SLPs)

- Writ Petitions

- Appeals (First & Second)

- Criminal Revision Applications

- Interlocutory & Miscellaneous Applications

- Written Statements, Statements of Defence

- Complaints, Legal Notices, Replies

- Arbitration pleadings and enforcement petitions

- Commercial suits and agreements (JV, Development, Settlement, Trademark matters)





- Draft responses to government and statutory authorities such as MHADA, CIDCO, Municipal Corporations

Advisory & Strategy

- Conduct advanced legal research on complex and novel legal issues

- Assist in formulating litigation strategy for high-value and sensitive matters

- Brief and coordinate with Senior Advocates and external counsels

- Handle client conferences and provide litigation updates and advice

Practice Areas

- Civil & Criminal Litigation

- Commercial & Arbitration Law

- Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code (IBC)

- Corporate & Regulatory Litigation

- Financial & White-Collar Crimes

- Mediation & Alternative Dispute Resolution

Requirements

Required Qualifications

- LL.B (Mandatory)

- Enrolled with State Bar Council

- Certifications in corporate/financial crime or mediation preferred

Key Skills & Competencies

- Solid drafting, research, and advocacy skills

- Ability to independently handle matters end-to-end

- Excellent oral and written communication

- Strategic thinking and analytical ability

- Client-focused and detail-oriented approach

- Proficiency in MS Office; knowledge of legal tech tools is a plus

📌 Legal Counsel (Mumbai)
🏢 Corporate Stalwarts
📍 Mumbai