Junior advocate

About the Role

This is a full-time, on-site Junior Advocate role based in Rohini. The Junior Advocate will assist in case preparation, including legal research, drafting petitions, applications, affidavits, and other pleadings, and organizing case files and documentation. The position is designed to support the professional development of early-career advocates while contributing to efficient case handling and ethical legal practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in case preparation, including legal research.
• Draft petitions, applications, affidavits, and other pleadings.
• Organize case files and documentation.
• Attend court proceedings.
• Observe arguments.
• Coordinate with clients under supervision.
• Track case listings and dates.
• Liaise with court staff.
• File documents.
• Prepare briefs for senior advocates.
• Ensure timely compliance with procedural requirements.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Basic computer skills (word processing, legal databases) is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Strong legal research and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret statutes, case law, and procedural rules.
• Drafting and writing skills, including the ability to prepare petitions, applications, notices, and concise case summaries.
• Advocacy-related skills such as clear oral communication, confident courtroom demeanor, and careful listening during proceedings.
• Organizational and time-management skills to maintain case files, manage deadlines, and handle multiple matters efficiently.
• Interpersonal and client-handling skills, demonstrating professionalism, confidentiality, and respect in all interactions.
• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LL.B.) from a recognized institution.
• Enrollment with the Bar Council of the relevant state or Bar Council of India.
• Familiarity with criminal and civil procedure, and local court practices is beneficial.
• Commitment to ethical legal practice.
• Willingness to learn from senior advocates.
• Readiness to work full-time on-site in Rohini.