Litigation Associate

About the Role

Prasanna Law Chambers (PLC) is a law chambers based in Delhi/NCR specializing in a wide variety of Criminal Cases, focusing on Trial Court and High Court Practice. This is a full-time, on-site role for a Litigation Associate located in Noida, Sector 127.

Key Responsibilities

• Handling A to Z brief of matters, including preparation of list of dates.
• Drafting of Bail Applications, Misc. Applications, Revision Petitions, and divorce and other matrimonial related matters.
• Conducting detailed research on matters, including proper preparation of Criminal Trial Matters.
• Finding case laws, preparing for cross-examination, and representing clients in courts, including arguments.
• Research and preparation for Arguments in High Court.
• Filing of cases, obtaining vakalatnamans from jails, and other related misc. court work.
• Due diligence and other related work for banks and other companies.
• Intensive research and full-time dedication towards matters, including understanding of complex legal issues.
• Travelling to different courts in Delhi from morning until matters are over, then working in the Noida office for next-day preparations.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Committed to working in hardcore Criminal Litigation – Trial Court and High Court.
• Basic understanding of criminal law and some experience in trial court work.
• Comfortable travelling to Noida Sector 127 and staying in office until 8:30 PM.
• Willing to work for 2-3 years minimum.
• Comfortable with challenging work in criminal trial including cases related to murder, NDPS, UAPA, MCOCA, POCSO, Cheating.
• Good drafting skills and prior experience in drafting is mandatory.
• Ability to handle matters A to Z (including arguments and cross-examination) with guidance.
• Basic understanding of courts & procedure.
• Splendid research skills and ability to conduct complex legal research.
• Legal acumen.
• Basic understanding of courts & procedure.
• Willingness to give serious commitment towards work.

Qualifications

• Freshers eager to learn or candidates with 1-2 years of experience in courts of Delhi/NCR.
• A strong understanding of Indian Law and the Indian legal system.
• Well versed with CRPC/BNSS, IPC/BNS, and Evidence Act/BSA.
• Experience in drafting petitions and applications for Trial Court and High Court.
• Ability to conduct proper legal research and analyze complex legal issues.
• Good knowledge of trial court practice and procedure.
• Experience representing clients in courts.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Bachelor's degree in Law (LL.B) is required.
• License to practice law in India.
• Prior experience in litigation.
• Preference given to someone living in Noida.