Associate

Company Description

ELIXIR Legal Services is a leading law firm based in Mumbai, recognized for its strong legal expertise and client-focused approach. The firm represents individuals and businesses, before the Honble Bombay High Court and District Courts, handling a wide range of complex legal matters. Our practice areas include civil and criminal litigation, SRA/redevelopment, dispute resolution, insolvency and bankruptcy, and commercial advisory. We are committed to delivering practical legal solutions while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and client service.

Role Description

ELIXIR Legal Services is looking for a **Senior Associate – Litigation** with a minimum of 10 years of litigation experience to join our Mumbai office. The ideal candidate should be capable of independently handling complex litigation matters and appearing before the Honble Bombay High Court and other judicial forums.

This is a full-time, on-site position that offers the opportunity to work on challenging matters while collaborating with a highly experienced legal team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage legal cases from inception to conclusion.
• Independently appear and argue matters before the Honble Bombay High Court and other courts and tribunals.
• Represent clients in court proceedings, negotiations and dispute resolution matters.
• Draft pleadings, petitions, written statements, applications, legal notices, contracts, legal opinions, and other legal documents with precision.
• Conduct legal research and develop effective litigation strategies.
• Provide expert legal advice to clients on complex legal issues.
• Coordinate with clients, advocates, court officials to ensure efficient case management.
• Mentor junior associates and contribute to maintain the firms high professional standards.

Qualifications

• Valid enrollment with the Bar Council of India.
• Minimum 10 years of litigation experience.
• Proven experience in independently appearing and arguing matters before the Honble Bombay High Court.
• Strong legal research, drafting, analytical and advocacy skills.
• Experience in civil and criminal litigation; exposure to SRA/redevelopment, commercial disputes, and insolvency matters 
• Excellent communication and client management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters while meeting strict deadlines.

Preferred Candidate

Preference will be given to women advocates practising in Honble Bombay High Court with the required litigation experience.