Family Law Litigator for Justice & Client Impact

Pakistan Centre for Philanthropy; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Legal Aid Society (LAS) in Karachi is seeking a Lawyer to represent clients before courts, draft pleadings, and ensure high standards of client service. You will work within the Litigation Department to manage cases, coordinate with clients, and stay updated on case progress and strategy.

The role requires 2+ years of post-qualification litigation experience, with emphasis on family law and a commitment to ethical, confidentiality-driven practice in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• LL.B. from a recognized institution.
• Enrolment or license to practice law is mandatory.
• Minimum of 2 years of post-qualification litigation experience.
• Adequate experience in litigating family law cases is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in court and tribunal proceedings in an ethical, diligent manner.
• Conduct in-depth client interviews and assess eligibility against litigation criteria.
• Maintain regular coordination with clients and provide updates on case progress.
• Prepare and draft legal pleadings, applications, affidavits, and court submissions.
• Conduct legal research to support litigation strategies and ensure compliance with LAS guidelines.
• Maintain comprehensive case files and update CMS with proceedings and outcomes.
• Collaborate with court clerks and lawyers to ensure complete case files.
• Ensure compliance with ethical standards and client confidentiality.
• Submit detailed progress reports to the Litigation Manager and Program/Research Coordinator.
• Participate in trainings to improve departmental performance.

Skills

Legal drafting

Court representation

Client communication

Case management

Legal research

Education

LL.B. from a recognized institution

Tools

Case Management System (CMS)

Job description

Legal Aid Society (LAS) in Karachi is seeking a Lawyer to represent clients before courts, draft pleadings, and ensure high standards of client service. You will work within the Litigation Department to manage cases, coordinate with clients, and stay updated on case progress and strategy.

The role requires 2+ years of post-qualification litigation experience, with emphasis on family law and a commitment to ethical, confidentiality-driven practice in a fast-paced environment.