Advocate

About the Role

The Advocate role at Shastrl Legal is a full-time, on-site position based in Delhi, India.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent clients before courts and tribunals.
• Prepare and review pleadings, petitions, written statements, and other legal documents.
• Conduct in-depth legal research to support case strategies.
• Meet with clients to understand their matters.
• Provide legal opinions.
• Advise on potential courses of action.
• Draft contracts and agreements.
• Coordinate with colleagues on case preparation.
• Attend hearings.
• Stay current with changes in relevant laws and regulations.
• Maintain accurate case files.
• Manage deadlines.
• Uphold the highest standards of professional ethics and client confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Valid law degree (LL.B or equivalent) from a recognized institution.
• Enrollment with the Bar Council of India.
• Demonstrated experience appearing before courts or tribunals, including drafting and arguing matters, preferably in Delhi jurisdiction.
• Strong legal research and drafting capabilities, including the ability to interpret statutes, case law, and regulatory frameworks clearly and accurately.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts in a clear and concise manner to clients and stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously, prioritize tasks effectively, and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment.
• High level of professional integrity, commitment to ethical practice, and respect for client confidentiality and diversity.
• Proficiency with legal research tools and basic office software (e.g., online legal databases, word processing, and document management systems).
• Willingness to collaborate with colleagues, attend internal trainings, and engage in continuous professional development.