Law Clerk

Position Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Law Clerk to provide support to our legal team in litigation matters. This role involves assisting with a variety of tasks related to court proceedings, office administration, and external interactions with clients, legal authorities, and government bodies. The ideal candidate will possess excellent organizational and communication skills, with a strong commitment to maintaining confidentiality and adhering to legal standards.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Court-Related Responsibilities:

· Assist litigators by managing files, documents, and case materials during court proceedings and maintaining the Court calendar for the team.

· Retrieve and review records from the GR section or Record Section, and take detailed notes as needed.

· Collect certified copies of documents from the Record Section.

· Monitor and track upcoming court dates both through e-courts and physically, ensuring that all necessary materials are prepared in advance.

· Collect required documents from parties involved in litigation as needed.

· Process court fees and manage the collection of court logos.

2. Office Support and Administration:

· Organize and maintain legal stationery, papers, and other administrative tools essential for day-to-day operations.

· Coordinate the exchange and delivery of petitions, briefs, and other documents between the legal team and other departments.

· Maintain accurate tracking systems for documents exchanged internally and externally.

· Manage and update digital and physical case files, ensuring all case-related information is up-to-date and accessible.

· Assist with the preparation and filing of court papers, including preparing case documentation for submission.

· Handle clerical tasks as assigned by the legal team to ensure smooth office operations.

3. External and Field Work:

· Travel to government offices, law authorities, and external litigators’ offices as directed by the legal team.

· Assist in gathering documentation or conducting research from external parties as required.

4. Research and Case Preparation:

· Conduct legal research, pulling relevant case law, statutes, and legal precedents for litigation and corporate matters.

· Assist in the drafting, proofreading, and cite-checking of legal documents, including briefs and memoranda.

Help organize case materials and maintain the digital or physical filing · systems.

· Assist with the preparation of documents for trials, hearings, depositions, and client meetings.

1. General Legal Assistance:

· Support attorneys and legal teams throughout the litigation or transaction process.

· Manage multiple cases or tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines effectively.

· Maintain strict client confidentiality and follow organizational guidelines, policies, and procedures.

Qualifications and Skills:

· Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills especially in the regional language(s) of the AO concerned- For Kolkata- Bengali/Mumbai-Marathi and so on.

· Proficient in using legal research tools, e-discovery software, and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

· Detail-oriented with strong proofreading and editing skills.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

· Strong interpersonal skills to interact effectively with team members, clients, and external contacts.

· Good time management skills and the ability to handle a heavy workload with minimal supervision.

Education and Experience Requirements:

· A high school diploma or equivalent is required.

· A bachelor’s degree or an associate degree in a relevant field (such as legal studies, criminal justice, or paralegal studies) is required.

· At least two years of legal experience (either as a law clerk or in a similar support role) is preferred.

Working Conditions:

· Full-time position with occasional overtime required depending on case deadlines.

· Some travel may be required for external job responsibilities (e.g., visits to government offices, law authorities, or external litigators).

· Office environment with court visits and fieldwork.