Hiring: Legal Associates (Practice-Track Based Recruitment)Location: Mumbai (On-site) Engagement: Full-time / Retainership / Panel Advocate Experience Level: Mid-Senior to Senior (independent handling expected)We are inviting applications from experienced Legal Associates with demonstrable expertise in defined areas of Indian law. The role is structured into distinct practice tracks, and applicants must apply only under the track that reflects their core strength.This position is intended for professionals who can advise, consult, draft, and argue independently, with minimal supervision.Practice Tracks (Applicants Must Choose One Primary Track)Track 1: Criminal Law & Economic OffencesFocus AreasBNS / IPC, BNSS / CrPC Prevention of Corruption Act PMLA, NDPS, Economic Offences Bail, Anticipatory Bail, Quashing, Trials, AppealsRequired Skill SetDrafting FIR challenges, bail applications, quashing petitions, written submissions Arguing before Trial Courts, High Courts, and Special Courts Advising on criminal exposure, strategy, and compliance Experience with investigating agencies and procedural lawTrack 2: Civil & Commercial LitigationFocus AreasProperty disputes, contracts, injunctions Commercial suits, recovery proceedings Specific performance, tenancy, redevelopment disputesRequired Skill SetDrafting plaints, written statements, interim applications Handling evidence, trial strategy, and final arguments Advising clients on litigation risk and settlement Appearances before Civil Courts and Commercial CourtsTrack 3: Arbitration & Dispute ResolutionFocus AreasDomestic arbitration Section 9, 11, 34, and 37 proceedings Enforcement and execution of awardsRequired Skill SetDrafting arbitration petitions and pleadings Advising on arbitration clauses and strategy Appearing before High Courts and Arbitral Tribunals Strong command over Arbitration and Conciliation ActTrack 4: Insolvency & Bankruptcy (IBC)Focus AreasCorporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP) Liquidation proceedings Personal guarantor insolvencyRequired Skill SetDrafting applications before NCLT/NCLAT Advising creditors, corporate debtors, and resolution professionals Handling claims, resolution plans, and objections Strong understanding of IBC timelines and jurisprudenceTrack 5: Real Estate, Redevelopment & RegulatoryFocus AreasSociety redevelopment MHADA / SRA / cessed buildings RERA and municipal regulationsRequired Skill SetDrafting development agreements, conveyances, notices Advising societies, tenants, and developers Handling writ petitions and regulatory challenges Familiarity with DCPR and municipal lawsTrack 6: Banking, Finance & Regulatory LitigationFocus AreasSARFAESI, DRT, DRAT Banking recovery proceedings Regulatory and compliance disputesRequired Skill SetDrafting securitisation applications and writ petitions Advising borrowers and lenders Appearances before DRTs, DRATs, and High Courts Strong procedural and financial understandingCore Responsibilities (Across All Tracks)Independent legal advisory and consulting Drafting pleadings, opinions, agreements, and applications Court and tribunal appearances Strategy development for complex legal matters Client interaction and matter managementMandatory Application RequirementsEvery applicant must clearly specify:Primary Practice Track (one only) Secondary Area (if any) Specific skills aligned with the chosen track, including: Nature of drafting handled Forums regularly appeared before Matters independently handledApplications without a clearly defined practice track and skill mapping will not be considered.What We Look ForDepth over breadth Independent handling capability Strong drafting and advocacy skills Strategic legal thinking Professional discipline and client focusHow to Apply Please submit:Updated CV Short cover note mentioning practice track and expertise Representative work or experience summary
Job Title
Legal Associate