Associate (Dispute Resolution)

Strata Law; Delhi; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Strata Law in New Delhi hires an Associate (Litigation & Arbitration) for on-site work. The role offers first-chair exposure in high-stakes commercial disputes across trial courts, High Courts, and arbitral tribunals, with mentoring and fast growth for strong performers.

The candidate should have 2–3 years PQE, LL.B. from a recognised university, bar council enrolment, and solid drafting, research, and advocacy skills. Delhi/NCR based applicants only.

Qualifications

• LL.B. from a recognised institution with enrolment at State Bar Council.
• Based in New Delhi / NCR, open to Delhi / NCR candidates only.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant post-qualification experience in litigation and/or arbitration.
• Strong knowledge of commercial, corporate, and arbitration law.
• Drafting experience across pleadings and applications.
• Proficient legal research and analysis; familiarity with court procedures and filing.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, petitions, applications, and supporting affidavits with precision and legal clarity
• Conduct in-depth legal research and analysis on complex commercial, corporate, and arbitration matters
• Develop case strategy and assist in formulating legal arguments
• Attend court hearings, manage filings, and engage directly with courts and tribunals
• Contribute to business development and client relationship management
• Collaborate closely with senior advocates and external counsel on complex mandates

Skills

Draft pleadings

Legal research

Case strategy

Court appearances

Client relations

Collaboration

Education

LL.B. from a recognised institution with Bar Council enrolment

Job description

About Strata Law

Strata Law is a premium disputes-only boutique law firm based in New Delhi. We do one thing and we do it at the highest level: representing clients in high-stakes commercial litigation and arbitration.

We act for a diverse client base that includes multinational corporations, financial institutions, public sector undertakings, large domestic businesses, and high-net-worth individuals, advising on complex commercial and corporate disputes, including insolvency matters.

Our practice areas span General & Commercial Litigation, Banking Litigation, Commercial Arbitration, International Arbitration, Corporate Litigation, and Insolvency & Bankruptcy.

The Opportunity

We are hiring a full-time Associate (Litigation & Arbitration) with a minimum of 2-3 years of post-qualification experience to join our Delhi office. This is an on-site opening open only to lawyers currently based in New Delhi / NCR.

Why Join Us

This is not a conventional associate role. We are a young firm building our core team, and we are looking for a sharp lawyer who wants to be a part of our growth journey. The right candidate is competent, ambitious, hungry for disputes work and courtroom time, and excited by the idea of growing alongside a firm.

The role offers meaningful first-chair exposure to high-stakes commercial and corporate disputes across forums, including trial courts, high courts, the Supreme Court, NCLT/NCLAT, and domestic and international arbitral tribunals.

You will get real work and will be genuinely mentored.

You will work directly with counsel on strategy, drafting, and advocacy. Feedback is hands-on and frequent.

You will have room to grow.

As one of our early associates, there is no queue to stand in. Strong performers will see fast progression and a clear path to seniority.

You will build range.

Our docket spans trial courts, High Courts, the Supreme Court, NCLT/NCLAT, and domestic and international arbitral tribunals. You will become a well-rounded disputes lawyer.

What You'll Do

• Draft pleadings, petitions, applications, and supporting affidavits with precision and legal clarity
• Conduct in-depth legal research and analysis on complex commercial, corporate, and arbitration matters
• Develop case strategy and assist in formulating legal arguments
• Attend court hearings, manage filings, and engage directly with courts and tribunals
• Contribute to business development and client relationship management
• Collaborate closely with senior advocates and external counsel on complex mandates

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from a recognised institution, with enrolment at a State Bar Council
• Currently based in New Delhi / NCR.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant post-qualification experience in litigation and/or arbitration
• Strong foundational knowledge of commercial, corporate, and arbitration law
• Demonstrated drafting experience across pleadings and applications
• Proficiency in legal research and analysis
• Familiarity with court procedures and filing practices
• Excellent written and oral communication. Clarity and precision are non-negotiable
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment

Preferred:

• Prior experience at a litigation or arbitration-focused firm or chambers
• LL.M. and/or dual qualification (strong preference)
• Familiarity with institutional arbitration rules (ICC, LCIA, SIAC, SCC, or similar)
• Reported appearances or published work in relevant areas

Location & Details

• Position: Full-time, on-site
• Location: Mayfair Gardens, New Delhi
• Practice Area: Litigation & Arbitration
• Eligibility: Open to Delhi / NCR-based candidates only
• Start Date: 05 November 2026