Assistant Manager/ Deputy Manager ( Legal)

Role & responsibilities

1. Land, Revenue and Real Estate Matters:
Handling land disputes before the Tehsil, District Magistrate and other revenue authorities.
Managing civil litigation arising from real estate and land matters, including title disputes, possession issues, mutation and encroachment.
Representing the company in proceedings under the Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation & Resettlement Act (LARRA).
2. Civil Litigation Management:

Supervising and closely monitoring all District Court matters across Delhi NCR, including suits, permanent and mandatory injunctions, contractual disputes, and matters arising out of real estate transactions. This includes ensuring proper representation before the courts and maintaining consistency in legal strategy across all jurisdictions.
Overseeing the complete lifecycle of civil litigation by ensuring timely drafting, filing, service of notices, evidence preparation, follow-ups, and compliance with court directions. This also includes reviewing pleadings, assessing legal risks, preparing litigation notes, and taking proactive steps to strengthen the companys position.
Coordinating effectively with panel advocates by providing them with clear factual briefs, documentary support, and litigation strategy, while ensuring that arguments presented accurately reflect the companys legal and commercial interests. Regularly reviewing the progress of each matter and guiding advocates to achieve favorable outcomes.
3. Criminal Matters:
Drafting and filing criminal complaints related to fraud, cheating, forgery, trespass and other offences affecting the company.
Defending the company and its representatives in criminal proceedings initiated by external parties.
4. Arbitration and Commercial Court Matters:
Managing arbitration proceedings including appointment of arbitrators, drafting claims and defenses, and coordinating evidence.
Handling matters before the Commercial Court and ensuring adherence to strict procedural timelines.
Formulating arbitration strategy and coordinating with panel advocates.
5. Drafting and Documentation:
Drafting, reviewing and vetting contracts, notices, replies, applications, affidavits and pleadings.
Ensuring legal documents accurately safeguard the company’s interests.
6. Coordination with Panel Advocates and Authorities:
Briefing panel advocates and clearly communicating the company’s position and concerns.
Coordinating with internal departments including CRM, Sales, Finance and Projects for litigation-related requirements.