We are looking for a highly capable and experienced Deputy Principal Associate with 7–8 years of PQE and strong expertise in Litigation, Dispute Resolution and Data Privacy, particularly under the Digital

Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act).

The ideal candidate should have substantial experience in independently handling litigation matters, drafting pleadings and legal documents, appearing before courts/tribunals, and advising clients on contentious and regulatory matters. Exposure to data protection, privacy, technology laws and DPDP compliance will be an important requirement.

Key Responsibilities

- Advise clients on the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 and applicable rules/regulations.
- Assist clients in developing and implementing data privacy and data protection frameworks and compliance programs.
- Review and draft Privacy Policies, Data Processing Agreements, Data Protection Clauses, Consent Notices, Data Sharing Agreements and related documentation.
- Advise on obligations of Data Fiduciaries and Data Processors, including consent, notice, data processing, retention and security requirements.
- Assist in assessing and managing data breaches, privacy incidents and regulatory risks.
- Conduct privacy/data protection audits and gap assessments and provide actionable recommendations.
- Advise on data protection requirements in commercial transactions, employment arrangements, technology agreements and vendor contracts.




- Monitor developments in Indian data protection and privacy law and advise clients on their potential impact.

Desired Skills & Competencies

- 7–8 years of post-qualification experience from a reputed law firm, chambers or established legal practice.
- Strong and demonstrable experience in litigation and dispute resolution.
- Practical understanding and hands-on exposure to DPDP Act, 2023 and data privacy laws.
- Excellent drafting, legal research and analytical skills.
- Ability to independently handle matters and take ownership of assignments.
- Solid court craft and understanding of litigation strategy and procedures.
- Excellent communication and client-management skills.
- Ability to work under tight timelines and manage multiple matters simultaneously.

Preferred Background

Candidates with experience in a leading law firm, established litigation practice, corporate law firm or specialist privacy/data protection practice will be preferred.

Candidates having a combination of litigation technology/data privacy/DPDP advisory experience will be particularly suitable for this position. Litigation, Dispute Resolution & Data Privacy

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Interested candidates may submit their CV along with a brief cover letter to [[email protected]], with the subject line: "??????????? – Deputy Principal Associate – Litigation, Dispute Resolution & Data Privacy | (?????)."

📌 Deputy Principal Associate –Litigation & Data Privacy (South Delhi)
🏢 Foresight Law Offices India
📍 South Delhi