Head of Litigation and Legal Advisory

Key Responsibilities :

Litigation Management :

Develop and oversee strategies for handling litigation cases, including civil, criminal, and

regulatory matters.

Handling Inhouse Litigation – Civil and Criminal Matters.

Manage pre-litigation disputes and conduct settlement negotiations to minimize legal exposure.

Represent the organization in court proceedings, arbitrations, and tribunals as necessary.

Legal Advisory :

Provide sound legal advice to management and business units regarding litigation risks and

litigation strategies.

Ensure litigation strategies align with business objectives.

Contractual Disputes :

Review, analyze, and negotiate resolutions for disputes arising from contracts, agreements, or

vendor partnerships.

Compliance :

Ensure adherence to all statutory and regulatory requirements.

Develop policies to mitigate potential litigation risks and ensure legal compliance.

Team Leadership :

Guide and mentor the in-house legal team, while also liaising with external counsel.

Monitor team performance and provide necessary training to enhance legal proficiency.

Reporting and Documentation :

Maintain and manage a database of legal cases, providing regular updates to management.

Draft and review legal pleadings, affidavits, and other related documentation.

Qualifications and Skills :

Educational Background :

LL.B. / LL.M. from a reputable university.

Experience :

15 years of experience in litigation management.

Skills :

Strong knowledge of corporate, civil, and criminal law.

Excellent drafting, negotiation, and oral advocacy skills.

Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously and work effectively under pressure.

Proven capability to lead a team and collaborate with senior stakeholders.

Preferred Attributes :

Experience in handling complex, high-value litigations.

Knowledge of industry-specific regulations.

A strong network of legal professionals and industry peers.