Advocate- Banking & Finance II 5-7 years (LLB)

LEAP; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

LEAP is seeking a seasoned lawyer with 5-7 years PQE in banking & finance and real estate. You will draft, review, and negotiate complex contracts, provide opinions and advisory services, and handle title due diligence and litigation.

The role requires strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills to support banks, financial institutions, corporates, and individuals. You will work closely with clients, internal teams and external counsels to ensure regulatory compliance and optimal

Qualifications

• 5-7 years PQE with real estate and banking & finance exposure.

Responsibilities

• Transactions & Documentation: Draft, review and negotiate legal documents related to real estate and banking & finance transactions.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Legal research

Litigation

Due diligence

Regulatory compliance

Education

LLB (required)

LLM (advantage)

Job description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced lawyer with 5-7 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) to join our team. The ideal candidate should have experience in banking & finance and real estate matters, including transactions, documentation, advisory, title due diligence and litigation. The role involves working closely with clients which includes banks, financial institutions / NBFCs, corporates, firms and individuals, handling complex legal issues and providing strategic legal solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Transactions & Documentation: Draft, review and negotiate legal documents related to real estate and banking & finance transactions. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Opinions & Advisory: Provide legal opinions and strategic advisory services on real estate and banking & finance laws, regulatory matters, and contractual obligations.
• Title Due Diligence: Conduct thorough title verification and due diligence for real estate transactions, including examining land records, encumbrances, and compliance with applicable laws.
• Litigation: Handle disputes, including drafting pleadings, representing clients in courts and tribunals and coordinating with external counsel where necessary.
• Regulatory Compliance: Stay updated on legal and regulatory changes affecting banking & finance and real estate laws and ensure compliance in all transactions.
• Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with internal teams, clients, courts / authorities and external legal counsels to achieve optimal outcomes.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• LLB from a recognized university, LLM would be an added advantage.
• 5-7 years of PQE with experience in real estate and banking & finance laws.
• Strong expertise in drafting and negotiating contracts, legal documentation, and due diligence.
• Proven experience in documentation and litigation related to banking & finance and real estate matters.
• Excellent legal research, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple assignments effectively.

Prior experience in a law firm or corporate legal team dealing with banking & finance and real estate matters is preferred.