Water & Shark looking to hire associates in Ahmedabad

Water & Shark Legal is looking to hire associates for its Ahmedabad office.

Position Title: Associate - International Legal Services

Location: Ahmedabad, Gujarat

PQE: 2-4 years

Qualification: Bachelor of Laws (LLB) /Master of Laws (LLM)

Key Responsibilities:

The key responsibilities may inter-alia include:

• Conduct in-depth legal research on international estate planning, asset protection, and wealth structuring with a primary focus on international laws particularly U.S. law.

• Analyse and interpret corporate laws and their interaction with trusts, foundations, and estate planning structures.

• Assist in designing and reviewing cross-border corporate and trust structures for clients.

• Prepare detailed research notes, draft legal memorandums, opinions and comparative analysis (with respect to jurisdictions and structures).

• Draft and review documentation related to trusts, estate planning instruments, corporate entities, and holding structures in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

• Prepare high quality client facing content, presentations and research publications (specifically with respect to private client practice) in increase the data repository.

• Develop and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and understanding of their business needs.

• Stay updated on changes in relevant laws and regulations.

• Advise clients on regulatory compliance and best practices to mitigate legal risks.

• Work closely with other legal team members, external counsel, and business partners to ensure seamless execution of transactions.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide integrated legal solutions.

• Conduct legal research and analysis to support transactional work and provide strategic legal advice.

• Keep abreast of industry trends and developments to anticipate legal issues and provide proactive solutions.

Qualifications:

• Degree in LL.B/LLM from a recognized university.

• 2-4 years of PQE in private client practice or corporate transactional work.

• Strong understanding of estate planning and succession corporate law, or foreign exchange transitions transactions.

• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Proficiency in both written and spoken English.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• High level of integrity and professional ethics.

Preferred Skills:

• Prior experience in a private client practice of a law firm (highly preferred).

• Background in estate planning and trust advisory.

• Exposure to international corporate structuring and cross border advisory work.

• Familiarity with U.S. estate planning, trust law or international tax concepts is a strong plus.

What Water & Shark Legal offers:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

• Exposure to global legal frameworks and high-value wealth structuring work.

• Diverse and inclusive culture.

Application Procedure: Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter, and any relevant certifications to legal@waterandshark.com.

Please include "Associate- International Legal Services (Private Client Practice)" in the subject line.

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