Associate Lawyer

Artis Law House; Thiruvananthapuram; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Artis Law House in Kerala is seeking an experienced corporate lawyer to independently handle litigation and restructuring matters, draft high-level agreements, and represent clients in forums including NCLT, High Court, and Supreme Court.

The role requires LL.M. in Corporate Law and at least 4 years of post-qualification experience, with strong drafting, client handling, and leadership skills to mentor juniors and interns within a dynamic firm environment in India.

Qualifications

• LL.M. in Corporate Law from a recognized institution is mandatory.
• Minimum of 4 years of post-qualification experience in corporate law, with a proven ability to handle cases independently.
• Leadership & Team Management: Ability to manage teams, guide junior associates and interns, and lead cases effectively.
• Drafting & Presentation: Exceptional legal drafting skills with strong attention to detail. Ability to present complex legal arguments clearly.
• Client Handling: Experience working directly with clients, offering strategic legal advice, and representing their interests in high-stakes corporate matters.

Responsibilities

• Handle Corporate Litigations and Restructuring Matters Independently: Lead corporate litigation and restructuring cases, managing complex disputes, mergers, acquisitions, and insolvency proceedings with minimal supervision. Represent clients at various forums, ensuring the best legal strategies are applied.
• Draft and Review High-Level Agreements and Transactional Documents: Draft, review, and negotiate complex contracts and agreements, ensuring compliance with applicable corporate laws and alignment with clients' business objectives. Provide expert oversight on high-value transactional documents.
• Represent Clients in Various Legal Forums: Appear independently before forums such as NCLT, NCLAT, High Court, DRT, Consumer Court, and the Supreme Court of India. Ensure effective representation in corporate disputes, restructuring cases, and other corporate matters.
• Provide Orientation to Junior Associates and Interns: Conduct orientation programs and provide mentorship for Junior Associates and Interns. Guide them in understanding firm practices, legal research, case handling, and corporate law procedures. Promote a learning environment by sharing knowledge and expertise.
• Conduct Legal Research and Provide Strategic Advice: Perform thorough legal research on corporate law matters, advising clients on legal risks, compliance, and strategic solutions. Offer proactive guidance that aligns with the clients' business goals and legal frameworks.
• Leadership and Team Management: Demonstrate strong leadership by guiding the legal team, taking ownership of cases, and ensuring the overall success of the firm’s legal strategies.
• Team Management: Manage a team of lawyers, junior associates, and interns, fostering collaboration, professionalism, and excellence. Encourage a supportive environment that enhances skill development and teamwork.
• Possess Excellent Drafting and Presentation Skills: Exhibit a high standard of legal drafting and presentation skills. Draft well-structured legal documents, contracts, pleadings, and memos. Present legal arguments clearly and convincingly before courts and clients.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Legal Research

Drafting & Presentation

Education

LL.M. in Corporate Law

Job description

Responsibilities

• Handle Corporate Litigations and Restructuring Matters Independently:
• Lead corporate litigation and restructuring cases, managing complex disputes, mergers, acquisitions, and insolvency proceedings with minimal supervision. Represent clients at various forums, ensuring the best legal strategies are applied.
• Draft and Review High-Level Agreements and Transactional Documents:
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex contracts and agreements, ensuring compliance with applicable corporate laws and alignment with clients' business objectives. Provide expert oversight on high-value transactional documents.
• Represent Clients in Various Legal Forums:
• Appear independently before forums such as NCLT, NCLAT, High Court, DRT, Consumer Court, and the Supreme Court of India. Ensure effective representation in corporate disputes, restructuring cases, and other corporate matters.
• Provide Orientation to Junior Associates and Interns:
• Conduct orientation programs and provide mentorship for Junior Associates and Interns. Guide them in understanding firm practices, legal research, case handling, and corporate law procedures. Promote a learning environment by sharing knowledge and expertise.
• Conduct Legal Research and Provide Strategic Advice:
• Perform thorough legal research on corporate law matters, advising clients on legal risks, compliance, and strategic solutions. Offer proactive guidance that aligns with the clients' business goals and legal frameworks.
• Leadership and Team Management:
• Leadership Qualities: Demonstrate strong leadership by guiding the legal team, taking ownership of cases, and ensuring the overall success of the firm’s legal strategies.
• Team Management: Manage a team of lawyers, junior associates, and interns, fostering collaboration, professionalism, and excellence. Encourage a supportive environment that enhances skill development and teamwork.
• Possess Excellent Drafting and Presentation Skills:
• Exhibit a high standard of legal drafting and presentation skills. Draft well-structured legal documents, contracts, pleadings, and memos. Present legal arguments clearly and convincingly before courts and clients.

Qualification & Experience

• Educational Qualification:LL.M. in Corporate Law from a recognized institution is mandatory.
• Experience:Minimum of 4 years of post-qualification experience in corporate law, with a proven ability to handle cases independently.
• Leadership & Team Management: Ability to manage teams, guide junior associates and interns, and lead cases effectively.
• Drafting & Presentation: Exceptional legal drafting skills with strong attention to detail. Ability to present complex legal arguments clearly.
• Client Handling: Experience working directly with clients, offering strategic legal advice, and representing their interests in high-stakes corporate matters.