Assistant General Manager Legal

We are looking for a mid-level Legal professional for our Head Office located in Sion Mumbai.

Key Responsibilities

Litigation Handling

• Independently manage civil criminal consumer commercial and property litigation matters.
• Handle litigation matters related to real estate projects land disputes customer cases and contractual issues.
• Represent and follow up on matters before High Courts District Courts Consumer Forums RERA authorities NCLT tribunals government departments and other judicial/quasi-judicial authorities.
• Draft review and vet plaints written statements affidavits petitions applications rejoinders legal notices replies appeals agreements and other legal documents.
• Prepare litigation strategies in consultation with senior management and external counsels.
• Ensure timely filing of cases replies documentation and court appearances.
• Monitor ongoing litigation cases and maintain updated case status records.
• Conduct legal research and provide opinions on litigation risks and legal strategies.

Court & Counsel Coordination

• Coordinate with advocates solicitors legal consultants law firms and senior counsels for case preparation and representation.
• Attend court hearings and provide regular updates on case status and legal developments.
• Maintain strong follow-up with counsels for effective case management and timely outcomes.
• Monitor hearing schedules court orders and compliance requirements.
• Liaise with government authorities registration offices and local bodies.

Dispute Resolution

• Handle disputes related to customers landowners vendors contractors brokers and other stakeholders.
• Assist management in dispute resolution settlement discussions negotiations and mediation wherever required.
• Assess legal exposure and recommend appropriate legal action to safeguard company interests.

Compliance & Due Diligence

• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations including:
  • RERA
  • Property laws
  • Land acquisition laws
  • Contract laws
  • Municipal and regulatory approvals
• Support land acquisition and title due diligence activities whenever required.

Litigation Records & Reporting

• Maintain litigation trackers case records documentation and legal MIS reports.
• Ensure proper documentation and record management for all ongoing and closed matters.
• Prepare case summaries and periodic updates for management review.

Desired Candidate Profile

• LLB / LLM from a recognised institution.
• 612 years of core litigation experience preferably in the real estate sector.
• Strong knowledge of property laws RERA land matters civil litigation and court procedures.
• Excellent drafting analytical and negotiation skills.
• Ability to independently manage multiple litigation matters simultaneously.
• Strong coordination stakeholder management and follow-up skills.

Required Experience:

Director

Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1