Details of the Organization

DMart - Avenue Supermarts Ltd. is a leading retail corporation in India. The company operates a chain of hypermarkets and supermarkets across the country. DMart is known for its efficient operations and customer-centric approach. The organization values expertise and high performance.

Details of the Job/Internship

DMart - Avenue Supermarts Ltd. is hiring for the position of Litigation Lead with 8-12 years of experience to join their office in Thane. 

Role and Responsibilities

Litigation Management

• Represent and defend the company in all litigation matters—civil, criminal, and arbitration.
• Appoint and brief external counsel, and coordinate with them on strategy, pleadings, and hearings.
• Attend court hearings and regulatory forums as required.
• Draft, vet, and review legal notices, replies, petitions, and suits in consultation with legal counsel.
• Ensure timely filing, documentation, and tracking of all legal proceedings.
• Proactively pursue settlement and alternative dispute resolution options where viable.
• Ensure proper closure and documentation of case withdrawals and settlements.

Legal Advisory & Compliance

• Advise management on legal implications of ongoing and potential disputes.
• Monitor relevant judicial precedents, statutory amendments, and regulatory changes.
• Highlight legal risks and suggest corrective or preventive actions across functions.
• Keep stakeholders informed about case status, legal costs, and likely outcomes.

Internal Coordination

• Liaise with internal departments to gather facts, documentation, and evidence for legal matters.
• Draft internal memos, updates, and official legal communications for management and business heads.
• Work closely with technical and commercial teams to build robust legal positions and defenses.

Property & Real Estate Law

• Conduct legal due diligence for land and property transactions.
• Advise on regulatory compliance related to RERA, property titles, land acquisition, and construction laws.
• Handle disputes relating to land ownership, encroachments, project delays, and contractual breaches.

Operational Management

• Maintain an organized database of all ongoing and past litigation.
• Track case milestones, legal deadlines, and counsel performance.
• Negotiate with law firms on fee structures, billing terms, and cost controls.
• Prepare and manage annual legal budgets and litigation forecasts.
• Lead and mentor the in-house legal team.

Eligibility

• Education: LL.B. from a recognized university; LL.M. preferred.
• Experience: 8–12 years in real estate litigation, preferably with exposure to in-house legal roles and law firm practice.
• Other: Strong communication, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management skills.

Salary/Stipend

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

Type of Opportunity

Fulltime

Country

India

Address

Thane, Maharashtra

Application and Registration Details

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