About Metalegal Advocates
Metalegal Advocates is a litigation and advisory law firm with offices in New Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. The firm provides comprehensive legal services across economic laws, financial crimes, tax disputes (including Income Tax, GST, Black Money, and VAT), securities laws, FEMA, commercial laws, and related business and mercantile laws. Its clientele includes businesses and individuals across various industry sectors.
About the Job
Metalegal Advocates is seeking a capable and driven Associate to support and manage commercial litigation, arbitration, and insolvency matters. The role involves legal drafting, research, court and tribunal appearances, matter management, and client coordination, with exposure to complex disputes and insolvency proceedings.
Eligibility
LL.B., B.A. LL.B., or equivalent law degree from a recognised institution.
Active enrolment with a State Bar Council.
0–3 years of relevant post-qualification experience in commercial litigation, arbitration, and/or IBC.
Experience with a reputed law firm, established disputes practice, or counsel's chamber.
Strong working knowledge of the following legislations:
Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016
Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996
Companies Act, 2013
Commercial Courts Act, 2015
Ability to manage multiple matters and court-related deadlines with limited supervision.
Sound litigation strategy and problem-solving ability.
Clear written and verbal communication.
Strong attention to detail and ability to work under tight timelines.
Courtroom confidence and professional maturity.
Strong ownership, responsiveness, and matter-management skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with Partners and senior professionals.
Proficiency in legal research databases, e-filing systems, and technology-enabled legal workflows.
Integrity, confidentiality, accountability, and commitment to high-quality client service.
Responsibilities
Draft and review petitions, applications, pleadings, written submissions, rejoinders, legal notices, case briefs, and other litigation documents.
Handle matters under the IBC, including CIRP, creditor proceedings, liquidation, and related applications.
Conduct legal research and prepare case notes, arguments, chronologies, and hearing briefs.
Appear before NCLT, NCLAT, High Courts, District/Commercial Courts, and arbitral tribunals, independently or alongside senior professionals.
Assist in domestic and institutional arbitration matters, including pleadings, evidence, and hearing preparation.
Assist Financial Creditors, Operational Creditors, Corporate Debtors, Resolution Professionals, and other stakeholders in relevant matters.
Manage filing, e-filing, cause-list tracking, hearing schedules, and day-to-day matter requirements.
Assist with the review of Resolution Plans and insolvency-related documentation.
Maintain accurate matter records and effectively use legal research and technology-enabled tools.
Coordinate with clients, Partners, Senior Associates, Senior Counsel, and external professionals.
Salary
For the Mumbai position, the starting salary for a fresher will be INR 45,000 per month, subject to the candidate demonstrating a strong academic background, eligibility for the role, and overall suitability for the position.
Benefits
Opportunity to work with experienced legal professionals.
Learning and growth opportunities.
Location
Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Application Procedure
Interested candidates can apply through the firm's careers page: Apply Now