Legal Assistant at Mind Merchants – Chandigarh / Mohali
Mind Merchants is inviting applications for the position of Legal Assistant in Chandigarh/Mohali. Freshers and candidates with up to three years of experience are encouraged to apply.
About Mind Merchants
Mind Merchants is a dynamic organisation operating in the legal and business services space. It focuses on delivering strategic solutions in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
About the Job
Mind Merchants is looking for a smart, proactive and organised Legal Assistant to assist with legal operations, court-related work, government department coordination and corporate contract management.
Position: Legal Assistant
Employment Type: Full-time
Experience: 0–3 years
Joining: Immediate
Freshers with the right aptitude are also encouraged to apply.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
Graduate in Law (LL.B. preferred).
Basic understanding of civil, criminal and revenue laws.
Good command of MS Excel, MS Word and legal documentation.
Strong organisational and follow-up skills.
Willingness to travel locally across Chandigarh, Mohali, Panchkula and Derabassi.
Roles and Responsibilities
1. Court and Government Department Coordination
Assist with filings, submissions, applications and follow-ups before government offices and authorities.
Coordinate with DC Offices in Mohali, Chandigarh and Panchkula.
Handle follow-ups with the Estate Office, Chandigarh, and relevant authorities in Mohali.
Assist with matters before District Courts, Derabassi and other courts as required.
Visit government offices, courts and other departments for submissions, status checks and document collection.
Maintain records of applications, acknowledgements, hearing dates and pending matters.
2. Legal Research and Documentation
Assist in preparing applications, representations, RTIs, appeals, legal notices and routine legal correspondence.
Conduct basic legal research and assist with documentation.
Work on civil, criminal and revenue-related legal matters.
Maintain organised physical and digital legal files.
3. Contract Management and Corporate Projects
Assist with contract review, documentation, tracking and management.
Maintain contract trackers, renewal calendars and status reports.
Support ongoing Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) projects.
Assist in reviewing agreements, identifying basic contractual issues and maintaining contract records.
4. MIS and Administrative Support
Maintain Excel-based trackers for cases, filings, applications, contracts and follow-ups.
Prepare daily and weekly status reports.
Ensure timely follow-ups and completion of assigned tasks.
Learning and Exposure
The selected candidate will have the opportunity to work closely with senior legal professionals and gain hands-on exposure to:
Litigation support
Revenue matters
Government processes
Corporate contracts
Legal operations
Location
Chandigarh / Mohali (Tricity).
The role may require local travel across Chandigarh, Mohali, Panchkula and Derabassi.
Application Procedure
Interested candidates should share the following by email:
Updated CV
Brief introduction
To: Hr@mindmerchants.co.in
CC: Pankaj.Nouhria@mindmerchants.co.in
Freshers and candidates with up to three years of experience may apply.
Joining: Immediate
Note: The announcement does not specify an application deadline or remuneration.