Senior Associate / Associate

Virtus Legal; Delhi; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Virtus Legal, a premier Delhi-based full-service law firm, invites applications for Senior Associate and Associate positions. The role focuses on civil, commercial, and criminal litigation, corporate advisory, employment law, IP, family law, and environmental law, with PQE 2–5 years.

Candidates enrolled with the Bar Council of their state and possessing strong research, drafting and analytical skills, along with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Must be a lawyer enrolled with the Bar Council of the respective state.
• 2–5 years of PQE in litigation, corporate advisory, or contract drafting.
• Strong research, drafting and analytical skills with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Candidates available to join immediately are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle litigation and dispute resolution in civil, consumer, and commercial matters.
• Manage criminal law matters, including bail applications and liaison with law enforcement.
• Draft and negotiate contracts, agreements, and various legal documents.
• Provide advisory services on corporate law, regulatory compliance, and employment law.
• Manage family law disputes, intellectual property issues, and environmental law compliance.

Skills

Research skills

Legal drafting

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Senior Associate / Associate

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Organising Institution / Firm

Rolling Basis (Official)

Defence Colony, Delhi, India

As per industry standards

Lawyer enrolled with the Bar Council of the respective state with 2-5 years of Post Qualification Experience (PQE) in litigation, corporate advisory, or contract drafting.

Law Firm Job

Full Opportunity Brief

Contextual Overview

Virtus Legal, a premier full-service law firm based in Defence Colony, Delhi, is inviting applications for the positions of Senior Associate and Associate. The firm specializes in diverse legal practices including civil, commercial, and criminal litigation, corporate advisory, employment law, intellectual property, family law, environmental law, and taxation.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Must be a lawyer enrolled with the Bar Council of the respective state.
• Possess 2 to 5 years of Post Qualification Experience (PQE) in litigation, corporate advisory, or contract drafting.
• Demonstrate strong research, drafting, and analytical skills along with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Candidates available to join immediately are preferred.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Handling litigation and dispute resolution in civil, consumer, and commercial matters.
• Managing criminal law matters, including bail applications, defense work, and liaisoning with law enforcement agencies.
• Drafting and negotiating contracts, agreements, and various legal documents.
• Providing advisory services regarding corporate law, regulatory compliance, and employment law.
• Managing family law disputes, intellectual property issues, and environmental law compliance.

Stipend, Compensation & Mode

Remuneration is structured as per industry standards on a full-time basis.

What is the required experience level for this role?

Candidates must have 2 to 5 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in litigation, corporate advisory, or contract drafting.