Manager - Litigation

Job Summary

The Manager - Litigation will oversee and manage all legal proceedings involving the organization. This role is crucial for ensuring compliance with legal standards and effectively handling litigation matters to protect the organization's interests.

Responsibilities

• Handle and follow up on court cases as required, ensuring timely coordination with other departments for necessary information and documents.
• Collaborate with external advocates to manage litigations pending before various courts, including RERA, Consumer Forums, Civil Court, High Court, and Supreme Court.
• Track and monitor all litigations, providing timely updates on day-to-day court proceedings.
• Draft legal notices and responses, review and vet drafts from external advocates, and ensure timely filing of documents with the relevant courts.
• Conduct title due diligence, prepare preliminary title reports, and evaluate land records, highlighting risks and mitigation strategies as needed.
• Draft agreements to sell, sale deeds, Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs), lease deeds, and other contracts.
• Stay updated on existing laws and changes affecting real estate development, capitalizing on emerging opportunities for the organization.
• Ensure effective management and organization of legal documents.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) or equivalent; a Master’s degree (LLM) is preferred.
• Strong understanding of litigation processes and real estate laws.
• Excellent drafting and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external legal counsel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.
• Proficiency in legal research and document management.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in litigation management, preferably in real estate or corporate law.

Environment

• This position is based in Hyderabad and requires full-time, in-office work. The role may involve occasional travel to court hearings or meetings with external advocates.