4+ Litigation support Jobs in India

Job Title: Senior Law Officer

Company: Soham Renewable Energy India Pvt. Ltd.

Website: http://sohamenergy.in

Experience: 5 to 12 years (any industry)

Joining: Immediate joiners preferred

Location: Bangalore

About the Company

We are thrilled to share a career opportunity with Soham Renewable Energy India Pvt. Ltd. (Soham Energy) – a leading renewable energy company specializing in hydroelectric and solar projects, including one of Southeast Asia’s largest hydro plants near Jog Falls, Karnataka. Through the Soham Foundation, the company is equally committed to sustainability and community development.

 Mission: “Powering a sustainable future with clean energy.

Job Summary

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Law Officer to handle day-to-day legal responsibilities and provide comprehensive legal support to the organization. The role involves legal analysis, drafting, advisory, compliance management, and litigation support across multiple legal domains. The candidate will closely assist the Head – Legal in operational and strategic legal matters.

Key Responsibilities

Legal Advisory & Drafting

·       Draft, review, and vet legal notices, agreements, contracts, MOUs, deeds, and other legal documents.

·       Produce high-quality legal opinions on a wide range of matters.

·       Handle legal documentation related to company law, banking law, contract law, and intellectual property rights.

·       Draft court documents such as plaintsd, petitions, written statements, objections, affidavits, etc.

·       Vet sale deeds, lease agreements, and commercial contracts.

Litigation & Dispute Management

·       Assist in handling arbitration proceedings and related documentation.

·       Possess detailed knowledge of court proceedings and procedural stages.

Manage and support proceedings before:

Civil and Commercial Courts

·       Consumer Forums

·       Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC)

·       Electricity Appellate Tribunal (APTEL)

Compliance & Regulatory

·       Handle all ongoing statutory and legal compliances of the company, including labor and employment laws.

·       Review and advise on HR policies to ensure compliance with applicable labor laws.

·       Support compliance requirements under electricity laws and sector-specific regulations.

Research & Reporting

·       Conduct in-depth legal research on specific subjects and regulatory matters.

·       Prepare research notes and legal reports for internal stakeholders and management.

Support to Head – Legal

·       Assist the Head – Legal in day-to-day legal operations and strategic initiatives.

·       Coordinate with external counsel, law firms, and regulatory authorities when required.

Required Candidate Profile-

Qualifications & Experience

·       Law graduate (LLB) from a recognized university.

·       Active Bar Council registration is mandatory.

·       Experience working in a law firm or corporate legal department (any relevant practice area).

Skills & Knowledge

Strong knowledge of:

·       Company Law

·       Banking Law

·       Law of Contracts

·       Intellectual Property Laws

·       Electricity Laws (Good to have)

·       Experience in agreement drafting and contract negotiation.

·       Knowledge of title scrutiny of agricultural land documents and conversion of land from agricultural to non-agricultural use.

·       Sound understanding of litigation procedures and regulatory proceedings.

Behavioral Competencies

·       Strong communication and comprehension skills.

·       Result-oriented with a positive and proactive approach.

·       Ability to work independently and handle multiple legal matters simultaneously.

What We Offer

·       Competitive compensation

·       Opportunity to work with senior leadership

·       Stable role with long-term growth potential

Best Regards,

Indrani Dutta

Senior HR Manager

Soham Renewable Energy India Pvt. Ltd.

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Job Title: Legal Assistant

Experience Level: 1–3 years

Location: Vadodara, Gujarat, India

Shift Time: US Shift (EST/ PST)

Overview

We are hiring a Legal Assistant to support our U.S.-based legal team. This is a client-facing role requiring professional English proficiency. While North American experience is preferred, it is not mandatory. The ideal candidate will have strong legal drafting and research skills, excellent communication abilities, and proficiency in legal and administrative software.

Key Responsibilities

Legal Research and Analysis

· Conduct legal research using Westlaw, public databases, and AI tools, etc.

· Interpret statutes, case law, and regulations.

· Draft memos of law summarizing findings to support litigation strategy.

Document Preparation and Management

· Draft and proofread legal documents including: Demand letters, Cease and desist letters, Complaints, Notices of motion, Affidavits and affirmations, Subpoenas, Deposition preparation materials, Letters and emails to courts and agencies.

· File documents with courts and administrative bodies.

· Maintain organized case files and calendars using software like Practice Panther or Clio (as per client requirements).

· Format documents in PDF, DOCX, Word, CSV, XLSX.

· Create document templates within case management systems.

Client Communication and Case Management

· Conduct client intake and gather relevant documentation.

· Maintain professional communication with clients, courts, agencies, and legal teams.

· Track case progress and update records in case management software.

Trial Preparation

· Prepare trial exhibits and visual aids.

· Coordinate with witnesses and manage courtroom logistics.

· Ensure timely submission of all trial-related documents.

Investigation and Fact Gathering

· Perform background checks and public record searches.

· Locate and interview witnesses or relevant parties.

· Compile findings into reports for attorney review.

Administrative Support

· Assist attorneys with workflow and task management.

· Schedule meetings, manage correspondence, and support internal reporting.

· Perform clerical tasks including filing, and document organization.

Ethical Considerations

· Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

· Adhere to ethical standards, legal assistants may not provide legal advice or represent clients in court.

Required Skills

· Professional English proficiency (spoken and written)

· Excellent communication skills

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)

· Proficiency in Outlook and Microsoft Teams

· Experience with case management software (e.g., Practice Panther, Clio)

Must-Haves

Must have 1–3 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar legal support role.

Strong legal research and drafting skills with knowledge of U.S. legal terminology and documentation.

Excellent written and spoken English with professional client-facing communication skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, and Teams.

Experience using legal case management tools like Practice Panther or Clio.

Detail-oriented, organized, and able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Candidates must be based in Vadodara or nearby and able to travel to the office as needed. While the role is primarily remote, occasional office visits (usually once or twice a month) during U.S. shifts (EST/PST) will be required.

Nice to Haves

Legal Research and Analysis

Document Preparation and Management

Client Communication and Case Management

Trial Preparation

Investigation and Fact Gathering

Administrative Support

Ethical Considerations

Legal Assistant responsibility include:

• Negotiate, review, drafting, vetting of various contracts and agreements 

• Drafting knowledge of notices/reply notice/letters to any govt., & Non-Govt. authorities.

• Drafting of other miscellaneous documents like Power of Attorney, Undertakings required as per the need of business, Memorandum of Understanding, No Objection Certificate (NOC)

• Responsible for supporting Groups Secretarial function, convening of Board shareholders & Committee Meeting

• Attending and handling court cases, case notices and handle all litigation matters with support of external counsel;

• Submission of reports/ MIS/ litigation updates, contract trackers to the Department on monthly & quarterly basis.

• Conduct research on relevant laws, regulations

• Taking care of any matter as and when received from the management and advising them within the legal ambit.

• Maintain knowledge of all new changes in the law, analyze implications and suggest a manner of implementation.

• Responsible for maintaining all legal records & documents within the legal department.

• Organize and maintain documents in a paper or electronic filing systems.
• Maintaining of statutory register and records

• To work with external law firms, other consultants, statutory auditors as and when required.

• Manage the day-to-day affairs of assigned sub-tasks.

• Perform other tasks as assigned to support the department as and when required.