Details of the Organization

Founded in 1985 by Shri V. Lakshmikumaran and Shri V. Sridharan, Lakshmikumaran & Sridharan (LKS) is a premier Indian law firm with 14 offices and over 400 professionals. Specializing in corporate & commercial laws, dispute resolution, taxation, and intellectual property, LKS is renowned for its ethical standards, quality work, and transparency. With over 35 years of experience, they've successfully handled landmark cases across various forums including the Supreme Court of India. Their expertise spans tax advisory, litigation, and compliance services, alongside comprehensive corporate legal solutions and robust intellectual property services covering patent, trademark, copyright, and more.

Details of the Job/Internship

Lakshmikumaran and Sridharan (LKS) seeks an Associate based in Delhi. As part of this esteemed law firm renowned for its expertise in corporate law, dispute resolution, taxation, and intellectual property, you will contribute to handling complex legal matters, conducting research, drafting documents, and advising clients. The ideal candidate will possess strong legal acumen, analytical skills, and familiarity with Indian legal frameworks. This role offers a unique opportunity to advance your career within a dynamic and reputable firm, working alongside industry-leading experts on impactful cases. If you're passionate about law and seek a challenging yet supportive environment, apply now. 

Role and Responsibilities

Knowledge areas:

• Worked as a team member in General Corporate Advisory of a reputed law firm, with main focus on: 
• Advisory on primary corporate and commercial laws: company law, FEMA, SEBI and RBI regulations, Contract Act, Environmental laws, Labour and Employment Laws etc.
• Drafting and vetting of commercial contracts 
• Transactions and M&A experience will be an added advantage. 
• Excellent research, analytical reasoning, drafting and communication skills
•  Ability to understand a brief for opinion and provide the research for the same. 
•  Ability to deliver quality work product within specified timelines including in case of tight deadlines. 
•  Up to date knowledge of various corporate and commercial laws. 

Eligibility

• A three/five- year law degree from a reputed university with a good academic record
• At least 1-3 years of post-qualification experience in the corporate practice of a well reputed firm. 

The following will be desirable/added advantage:

• Overseas Master’s degree from a reputed institute
• Qualified or pursuing chartered accountant or company secretary.\

Other skills:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Eager to learn, good team player.
• Analytical ability- able to analyze laws and apply the same for practical use.
• Good turnaround time, detailed oriented
• Tech savvy, able to use the computer efficiently.
• Excellent research skills, writes articles, papers, and contributes to KM. 
• High level of integrity, honesty, and commitment to work ethics.

Salary/Stipend

The salary will be discussed with the candidate itself.

Type of Opportunity

Fulltime

Country

India

State

Delhi

City

New Delhi

Address

New Delhi, India