Job Title: Law Officer
Department: Legal
Reporting To: Management / Legal Head
Location:Kolkata
Salary Range - As per last drawn CTC. Max - (25-30K In Hand)
Job Purpose
To handle the organization's legal matters, coordinate with external legal professionals, represent the company before lower courts, and ensure effective legal support and compliance.
Key Responsibilities :-
Legal Coordination & Case Management
- Coordinate with legal vendors, panel advocates, and senior counsels
- Follow up on case progress, hearings, and legal opinions
- Prepare and maintain records of all ongoing and closed cases
Court Appearance & Representation
- Appear and present cases before lower courts, tribunals, and quasi-judicial authorities
- Assist senior advocates during hearings and case preparation
- Handle filing, listing, and procedural compliances in courts
Drafting & Documentation
- Draft, review, and vet legal documents such as agreements, notices, replies, affidavits, petitions, and pleadings
- Ensure accuracy and timely submission of legal documentation
Legal Compliance & Advisory
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations relevant to the organization
- Provide legal inputs to management on risk and preventive legal measures
- Track changes in laws and inform management of implications
Liaison & Follow-up
- Liaise with courts, advocates offices, government departments, and legal vendors
- Coordinate for documentation, hearings, and statutory filings
Qualifications & Experience
- LLB from a recognized university; enrolment with State Bar Council preferred
- 25 years of relevant experience in litigation and court practice
- Experience in handling lower court matters independently
Skills Required
- Strong legal drafting and oral advocacy skills
- Practical knowledge of court procedures and filings
- Good coordination, follow-up, and communication skills
Willingness to travel locally within Kolkata for court and official work
Please Note - Candidates outside Kolkata won't considered, please apply accordingly.
