Advocate on Record – Delhi

by Zen Webnet | Aug 31, 2026 | Litigation

Position: Advocate on Record

Practice Group: Dispute Resolution

Office Location: East of Kailash, New Delhi

Reports to: Partner, Dispute Resolution

1. Position Overview

The firm is seeking highly motivated and experienced lawyers to join its Dispute Resolution practice group in the New Delhi office. This is a senior position within practice and carries significant responsibility for the independent handling and management of complex civil and commercial litigation and arbitration matters.

The successful candidate will play a key role in the firm’s disputes practice, working closely with Partners and Senior Advocates on high-value and strategically significant mandates. The position offers substantial client-facing exposure, opportunities for courtroom advocacy, and the prospect of contributing to the growth and development of a market-leading disputes practice.

2. Educational Requirements

• Minimum Qualification: LLB / BA LLB (Hons.) / BBA LLB from a recognized Indian university or law school
• Advocate on Record: Valid registration as an Advocate in the record of a Bar Council in India
• Advantageous Qualifications: An LLM degree or a postgraduate specialization in dispute resolution, international arbitration, or commercial law from a reputed Indian or international institution shall be considered an advantage

3. Experience Requirements

• Minimum 7 years’ post-qualification experience (PQE) comprising of
• Either in litigation and/or arbitration at a reputed law firm, chambers, or in-house legal department; or
• 2 years’ post-qualification experience (PQE) in litigation and/or arbitration at a reputed law firm, chambers, or in-house legal department and Minimum 5 years of Independent Practice as a Lawyer
• Demonstrated experience in commercial litigation before the High Courts (particularly the Delhi High Court), the Supreme Court of India, and relevant tribunals (including the NCLT/NCLAT, DRT/DRAT, and other statutory tribunals)
• Meaningful exposure to domestic and/or international arbitration proceedings, including under institutional rules such as ICC, SIAC, DIAC, LCIA, or UNCITRAL Rules
• Experience in regulatory proceedings, enforcement and execution of decrees and awards, and interim/injunctive relief applications would be considered advantageous
• Prior experience in white-collar investigations and criminal litigation shall be viewed favorably

4. Roles and Responsibilities

• Independently handling and managing complex commercial litigation before the Delhi High Court, the Supreme Court of India, Commercial Courts, and relevant statutory tribunals
• Conducting and supporting domestic and international arbitration proceedings, including drafting of statements of claim, statements of defence, witness statements, and written submissions
• Drafting, reviewing, and settling pleadings, applications (including interim and injunctive relief), notices, legal opinions, and advisory memoranda
• Advising clients on dispute strategy, risk assessment, and end-to-end case management, including pre-litigation and pre-arbitration advisory
• Appearing before courts and tribunals for hearings, arguments, and procedural matters, and coordinating with Senior Advocates where briefed
• Supervising, reviewing the work of, and mentoring junior associates and trainees within the practice group
• Liaising with clients, Senior Counsel (including Senior Advocates), opposing counsel, and external stakeholders
• Conducting legal research and preparing case summaries, opinions, and briefing notes for Partners and clients
• Maintaining accurate matter files, managing court deadlines and listings, and meeting the firm’s billing, time-recording, and compliance requirements
• Contributing to business development, client relationship management, and knowledge-sharing initiatives within the practice group

5. Key Skills and Pre-Requisites

• Strong advocacy, oral communication, and legal drafting skills, with the ability to present complex arguments clearly and persuasively
• In-depth knowledge of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 (as amended), and other applicable procedural and substantive laws
• Familiarity with institutional arbitration rules (ICC, SIAC, DIAC, LCIA, UNCITRAL) and the procedural framework governing enforcement and challenge of arbitral awards in India
• Ability to independently manage multiple matters across forums, prioritise effectively, and deliver high-quality work under demanding timelines
• Proficiency in legal research and the use of relevant legal research platforms, including SCC Online, Manupatra, and other databases
• Strong interpersonal and client-management skills, with the ability to build and maintain professional relationships
• Enrolment with the Bar Council of Delhi or any State Bar Council, with a valid Certificate of Practice issued pursuant to the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) or equivalent
• High standards of professional ethics, integrity, and attention to detail

6. What We Offer

• An opportunity to work on high-profile, complex disputes of national and international significance alongside leading practitioners
• A collegial, merit-driven, and intellectually stimulating work environment
• Competitive remuneration commensurate with experience and market standards
• Structured mentorship, professional development opportunities, and a clear pathway for career progression
• Exposure to a diverse client base, including leading domestic and multinational corporations, financial institutions, and public sector undertakings

Litigation – Bangalore

by Zen Webnet | Jun 12, 2026 | Litigation

About S&A Law Offices

S&A Law Offices is a full-service law firm headquartered in Delhi NCR. The firm has 300+ professionals, including experienced lawyers (with advocacy expertise and dual qualified professionals), chartered accountants, company secretaries, patent and trademark agents, engineers, industry experts, and specialized paralegal staff. With strategically located offices across Gurugram, New Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad and Hyderabad and associate offices across India, the firm is fully equipped to provide legal services on a pan-India basis to both domestic and international clients. S&A practice groups have been broadly divided into the following practice groups: Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR), Litigation, Corporate and M&A, Restructuring and Insolvency, Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), Taxation (Direct and Indirect), Customs & Trade, Real Estate and Energy.

Role Overview

We are seeking an Associate / Senior Associate to join our Commercial/Civil Litigation, Arbitration, Corporate, SEBI Regulatory, Insolvency, and Banking Sector Practice. The role will involve end-to-end handling of complex disputes, arbitration matters, corporate advisory assignments, regulatory matters before SEBI and securities market intermediaries, proceedings before High Court, NCLT/NCLAT, Debt Recovery Tribunal, and a broad spectrum of contentious and non-contentious mandates. The ideal candidate shall demonstrate excellent drafting, research, client handling, advisory, and advocacy skills, and the ability to manage matters independently as well as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities

You will be responsible for comprehensive case management across civil, commercial, corporate, SEBI, IBC, and arbitration matters, including:

• Conducting rigorous legal research and analysis; preparing legal opinions, risk assessments, and strategic advisory for clients, including potential outcomes and settlement strategies.
• Drafting, reviewing, and filing a wide range of pleadings and submissions such as complaints, applications, writs, petitions, replies/rejoinders, briefs, criminal complaints, bail applications, revisions and appeals.
• Representing clients in court and tribunal proceedings, including appearances before High Court, District Courts, NCLT/NCLAT, Debt Recovery Tribunal, Securities Appellate Tribunal (SAT), SEBI, and other forums; preparing and presenting effective arguments.
• Managing arbitration mandates, including notices invoking arbitration, statements of claim/defense, counterclaims, interim applications, evidence, written arguments, challenges to arbitral awards (Section 34 Applications and Section 37 Appeals), and enforcement proceedings.
• Leading and coordinating all stages of dispute resolution: data assimilation and discovery, factual and legal research, computation and verification of claims, issuance of demand notices under the IBC, initiation and defence of Section 7/9/10 petitions, CIRP-related applications, avoidance/fraudulent transactions, liquidation-related applications, and appearances in connected proceedings.
• Advising clients on corporate and commercial law matters, including Companies Act, 2013 compliances, corporate governance, board and shareholder matters, shareholder disputes, and general corporate advisory.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts, shareholder agreements, joint venture agreements, investment agreements, share subscription agreements, settlement agreements, and other corporate documentation.
• Assisting clients on regulatory and compliance matters under SEBI regulations, including SEBI (LODR) Regulations, Insider Trading Regulations, Takeover Regulations, ICDR Regulations, and other applicable securities laws.
• Assisting in proceedings, investigations, adjudication matters, enforcement actions, and regulatory filings before SEBI, Stock Exchanges, SAT, and other regulatory authorities.
• Conducting legal due diligence and assisting in mergers & acquisitions, private equity investments, restructuring transactions, and other corporate transactions.
• Applying recognized models, theories, and legal principles to quantify claims and damages; collaborating with forensic, valuation, insolvency professionals, and technical experts as needed.
• Conducting and assisting in examination-in-chief and cross-examination; briefing and coordinating with Senior Counsel; preparing comprehensive argument notes and case summaries.
• Maintaining robust case documentation and records; filing and managing case papers across courts, tribunals, and regulatory authorities; acting as authorized signatory for filings, vakalatnamas, and procedural compliances.
• Ensuring consistent client communication with periodic updates on case progress, timelines, risks, and potential resolutions; managing and mentoring junior team members with constructive feedback and training.
• Collaborating with business development teams to support practice growth; contributing thought leadership through articles, client alerts, posts, and knowledge pieces aligned with firm standards.
• Acquaint with the use of Artificial Intelligence in the legal sector and open to adapting to evolving needs in the field.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (BA LL.B. / LL.B.) from a reputed law college/university, active enrolment and license to practice in India; registration with the Bar Council of India is mandatory.
• Strong legal research and analytical abilities with proven drafting excellence across pleadings, advisory documents, and corporate/commercial documentation.
• Experience in litigation, arbitration, corporate advisory, insolvency matters, and/or SEBI regulatory practice.
• Working knowledge of the Companies Act, 2013, SEBI Regulations, securities laws, corporate governance frameworks, and commercial transactions would be preferred. CS candidates will have added advantage.
• Solid advocacy and courtroom skills with a track record of effective case management and client representation.
• High attention to detail and the ability to produce precise, error-free, and legally robust documents under tight deadlines.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work seamlessly in cross-functional teams, manage multiple matters, and mentor junior colleagues.
• Professional integrity, client-first approach, excellent communication skills, and a solutions-oriented outlook.