Associate - Commercial Disputes

Metalegal Advocates; Mumbai; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Metalegal Advocates in Mumbai seeks an Associate - Commercial Disputes & IBC to support and manage commercial litigation, arbitration and insolvency matters. You will draft petitions, conduct research, appear in courts, and coordinate with clients and senior professionals.

You will handle IBC matters (CIRP, creditor proceedings, liquidation), assist in arbitrations, review resolution plans, and maintain meticulous matter records using technology-enabled workflows.

Qualifications

• LL.B., B.A. LL.B. or equivalent law degree from a recognised institution.
• Active State Bar Council enrolment.
• 0–3 years post-qualification experience in commercial litigation, arbitration and/or IBC.
• Experience with a reputed law firm, established disputes practice or counsels chamber.
• Strong working knowledge of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, Arbitration and Conciliation Act, Companies Act and Commercial Courts Act.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review petitions, applications, pleadings and other litigation documents.
• Handle matters under the IBC, including CIRP and creditor proceedings.
• Conduct legal research and prepare case notes, arguments and hearing briefs.
• Appear before NCLT, NCLAT, High Courts and arbitral tribunals.
• Assist in domestic and institutional arbitration matters and related pleadings.
• Assist stakeholders in relevant insolvency matters and manage matter requirements.
• Maintain accurate matter records and use legal research and technology-enabled workflows.
• Coordinate with clients, Partners and senior professionals as required.

Skills

Litigation strategy

Written and oral communication

Detail orientation

Team collaboration

Court appearances

Education

LL.B./LL.B.+

Tools

Legal research databases

e-filing systems

Job description

Job Summary

Metalegal Advocates is seeking a capable and driven Associate - Commercial Disputes & IBC to support and manage commercial litigation, arbitration and insolvency matters. The role will involve drafting, legal research, court and tribunal appearances, matter management and client coordination, with exposure to complex disputes and insolvency proceedings.

Location: Mumbai

Job Type: Full time

Responsibilities

• Draft and review petitions, applications, pleadings, written submissions, rejoinders, legal notices, case briefs and other litigation documents.
• Handle matters under the IBC, including CIRP, creditor proceedings, liquidation and related applications.
• Conduct legal research and develop case notes, arguments, chronologies and hearing briefs.
• Appear before NCLT, NCLAT, High Courts, District/Commercial Courts and arbitral tribunals, independently or alongside senior professionals.
• Assist in domestic and institutional arbitration matters, including pleadings, evidence and hearing preparation.
• Assist Financial Creditors, Operational Creditors, Corporate Debtors, Resolution Professionals and other stakeholders in relevant matters.
• Manage filing, e-filing, cause-list tracking, hearing schedules and day-to-day matter requirements.
• Assist with review of Resolution Plans and insolvency-related documentation.
• Maintain accurate matter records and use legal research and technology-enabled tools effectively.
• Coordinate with clients, Partners, Senior Associates, Senior Counsel and external professionals as required.

Mandatory Qualifications

• LL.B., B.A. LL.B. or equivalent law degree from a recognised institution.
• Active State Bar Council enrolment.
• 0 to 3 years of relevant post-qualification experience in commercial litigation, arbitration and/or IBC.
• Experience with a reputed law firm, established disputes practice or counsels chamber.
• Strong working knowledge of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016, Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, Companies Act, 2013 and Commercial Courts Act, 2015.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and court-related deadlines with limited supervision.

Skills & Attributes

• Sound litigation strategy and problem-solving ability.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under tight timelines.
• Courtroom confidence and professional maturity.
• Strong ownership, responsiveness and matter-management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with Partners and senior professionals.
• Proficiency with legal research databases, e-filing systems and technology-enabled legal workflows.
• Integrity, confidentiality, accountability and commitment to high-quality client service.

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