Details of the Organization

PLR Chambers is based out of New Delhi, India. The Firm’s name (POLICY, LAW, and REGULATION) underpins their unique approach to providing legal advisory services - Policy defines the framework within which governments and/or private parties understand any activity; Law represents the applicable statutory framework within the policy context; and Regulation reflects the actual application of law and policy by statutory/judicial/quasi-judicial authorities.

Details of the Job/Internship

PLR Chambers is hiring Associates for the Policy & Legislative Drafting Team with experience of 2 to 3+ years to join their office in Mumbai & New Delhi.

• No of Positions: 3.

Role and Responsibilities

• Engage with and advise Government clients at the Central/State level by providing legal advice and summarizing legal positions.
• Interpret and advise on various laws, showcasing versatility beyond a single practice area.
• Draft provisions for legislation and delegated legislation, conduct research and prepare summary documents for tabling before Parliament.
• Providing inputs on drafts of legislation, delegated legislation, and policies. Reviewing various forms of delegated legislation for the purpose of implementation of statutes. 
• Research and draft policy documents and proposals.
• Draft and vet subordinate legislation. 
• Advising on any legislative or policy reform for various Acts or proposed legislative or policy framework. 
• Legal review of contracts and providing legal advisory on interpretation of statutory frameworks. 
• Conduct legal research for litigation matters, draft legal arguments, and participate in stakeholder consultations.
• Concisely explain and summarize laws and legal issues in Government meetings, stakeholder consultations, and conferences.
• Drafting legal inputs in litigation matters. Coordinate with counsel representing the client in Courts, ensuring effective communication and adherence to instructions.
• Prepare case notes, presentations, opinions, and research notes for court cases.

Eligibility

• LLB/LLM degree from a recognized law school. 
• At least two years of work experience in a law firm post-LLB/LLM. Preference will be given to candidates with Maritime Law qualifications/experience.
• Ability to work autonomously, guided by counsel/partner instructions.

Salary/Stipend

Compensation details will be finalized during the interview process with the selected candidate.

Type of Opportunity

Fulltime

Country

India

Address

Mumbai & New Delhi.

Application and Registration Details

Once you apply, the next steps in the application process will be sent to you via e-mail.

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