Lawmen & White LLP, Advocates & Solicitors is looking to hire senior associates / associates in Delhi.

The present vacancies inviting candidates are specified hereunder:

• 1 Senior Associate, with minimum 5 years PQE;

• 2 Associates, with minimum 1-2 Years PQE.

[Note: Preference will be given to first generation lawyers with no family background in the profession].

All partners of the firm are first-generation lawyers.

Hiring consideration shall be given only to those candidates, who are either based out of Delhi or are willing to move to Delhi at a short notice within a period of 15 days.

The Firm engages associates / senior associates on a retainership model structure in accordance with their post-qualification experience (PQE).

The appointment process shall be initiated upon expression of interest by the firm upon assessment of submitted resumes and subject to the outcome of a preliminary test and subsequent interview.

The issuance of confirmation of final appointment shall remain solely within the authority of the managing partners of the firm.

Scope Of Work

The associates/ senior associates in the course of their work would be tasked with the following responsibilities, including, but not restricted to, the following:

• Drafting of pleadings/requisite documentation for pursuing matters before various judicial fora including special leave petitions, counter affidavit, rejoinders, writ petitions, various applications, etc;

• Preparation of case notes/precis/written arguments for the purposes of case management and briefings;

• Briefing of senior counsel engaged to appear in particular matters;

• Appearance and argument in judicial forums and complete file management;

• Legal research in relation to assigned cases and areas of firm interest;

• Assist in the research and drafting of articles/analysis etc. to be published by the firm on legal publications, with due accreditation;

• Assist in the prompt filing and listing of cases upon assignment and associated procedural paraphernalia.

Key Expectations

• Must be proficient and have a functional command over language – English and Hindi. The same must translate into drafting assignments as well;

• Must keep themselves updated with the latest legal developments and astute knowledge of procedural aspects of law;

• Must possess the ability to come up with solutions to legal problems;

• Must possess the ability to work under pressure and meet urgent deadlines;

• Must possess the ability to work with/lead a team;

• Must be well-read;

• Must possess legal acumen and awareness;

• Must conduct themselves with the highest degree of professionalism and exhibit a strong work ethic;

• Must be able to multi-task efficiently;

• Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality pertaining to sensitive information.

Remuneration

Senior Associate: Monthly retainership fee (negotiable basis PQE) & variable monthly bonus, subject to performance.

Associate: Monthly retainership fee (negotiable basis PQE) & variable monthly bonus, subject to performance.

[Note: The remunerations shall be commensurate with industry standards and considering the Candidate’s PQE].

Application Procedure

Interested and suitable candidates can send their resumes along with a covering letter detailing their experience as mentioned above to recruitment@lawmenandwhite.com or Saharsh@lawmenandwhite.com.

The firm is reachable via phone on +91 11 40560226.

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