Senior Advocate legal

Goel Ganga Developments; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Goel Ganga Developments in Pune seeks an experienced Senior Advocate specializing in legal drafting, conveyancing, and property-related matters to draft, review, and finalise deed and agreement documents. The role requires meticulous attention to detail and a solid grasp of property and contract law.

You will conduct title verification, due diligence, advise on registrations and stamp duty, and coordinate with clients, authorities, and banks to ensure compliance and minimize risk.

Qualifications

• LL.B. degree from a recognized university.
• Valid enrolment with the State Bar Council, as applicable.
• Strong knowledge of property law, contract law, registration laws, and stamp duty requirements.
• Excellent legal drafting, research, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in preparing and reviewing legal documents in English; local languages an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and finalize sale deeds, conveyance deeds, lease deeds, leave and licence agreements, gift deeds, mortgage deeds, and other property-related documents.
• Prepare and vet agreements, contracts, affidavits, legal notices, undertakings, and declarations.
• Conduct or coordinate property title verification, title searches, and due diligence.
• Examine title documents, property records, encumbrance certificates, and relevant revenue records.
• Advise on property transfers, registration, stamp duty, and applicable legal requirements.
• Coordinate with clients, developers, builders, banks, government authorities, and Sub-Registrar offices.
• Handle legal documentation for real estate transactions and ensure compliance with applicable laws.
• Identify legal risks and provide practical solutions to clients.
• Maintain legal records, documentation, and transaction files.
• Support litigation matters relating to property disputes, contractual issues, and documentation, wherever required.

Skills

Legal drafting

Research

Negotiation

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Property law

Contract law

Education

LL.B. degree

State Bar Council enrollment

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Advocate specializing in legal drafting, conveyancing, and property-related legal matters. The candidate will be responsible for preparing, reviewing, vetting, and finalizing legal documents, ensuring legal compliance, minimizing risks, and providing legal advice on property transactions and contractual matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and finalize sale deeds, conveyance deeds, lease deeds, leave and licence agreements, gift deeds, mortgage deeds, and other property-related documents.
• Prepare and vet agreements, contracts, affidavits, legal notices, undertakings, and declarations.
• Conduct or coordinate property title verification, title searches, and due diligence.
• Examine title documents, property records, encumbrance certificates, and relevant revenue records.
• Advise on property transfers, registration, stamp duty, and applicable legal requirements.
• Coordinate with clients, developers, builders, banks, government authorities, and Sub-Registrar offices.
• Handle legal documentation for real estate transactions and ensure compliance with applicable laws.
• Identify legal risks and provide practical solutions to clients.
• Maintain legal records, documentation, and transaction files.
• Support litigation matters relating to property disputes, contractual issues, and documentation, wherever required.

Required Qualifications

• LL.B. degree from a recognized university.
• Valid enrolment with the appropriate State Bar Council, as applicable.
• Strong knowledge of property law, contract law, registration laws, and stamp duty requirements.
• Excellent legal drafting, research, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in preparing and reviewing legal documents in English; knowledge of local languages is an advantage.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in property documentation, real estate transactions, and conveyancing.
• Familiarity with the Transfer of Property Act, 1882; Registration Act, 1908; Indian Stamp Act and applicable state stamp laws; and other relevant legislation.
• Experience dealing with government authorities, land records, and registration offices.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple legal assignments independently.

Key Competencies

• Legal research and analytical skills
• Accuracy in drafting and document review
• Client management and negotiation
• Confidentiality and professional ethics
• Time management and problem-solving

Reporting To: Managing Director/ Legal Head

Preferred candidate profile

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