Litigation Specialist

About the Company:

Sequel Logistics is a Supply Chain Management company specializing in providing comprehensive solutions and services in the Critical Logistics segment.

Founded in 2004, Sequel owns and manages a global logistics network that is robust, secure, and technology-driven, specifically designed to manage the supply chains of valuable and life-science consignments.

About the Role:

The idle candidate will require a hands-on legal professional responsible for the end-to-end companys litigation portfolio across Consumer forums, District courts, High courts and tribunals. This role demands s strategic thinker with strong practical knowledge of civil, criminal and labour laws, excellent liaising skills and the ability to work independently in a fast paced environment.

Responsibilities:

1) Litigation management & strategy:

• Handle end-to-end litigation matters including civil, criminal, labour, commercial disputes and arbitration proceedings.
• Develop and implement effective legal strategies for all cases.
• Represent the company in legal proceedings and before various judicial forums as required.
• Maintain and update MIS and litigation tracker for all cases against the company, its senior management and employees.
• Ensure timely filings, affidavits and adherence to all court procedures.

2) Legal drafting & advisory:

• Draft, vet and review a wide range of documents, including complaints, suits, replies, rejoinders, writs, affidavits, contracts and agreements.
• Draft comprehensive replies to legal notices from advocates, law enforcements agencies and statutory/regulatory bodies.
• Conduct in-depth legal research and draft details legal opinions on issues related to ongoing cases and new judgments.
• Develop and maintain legal documentation, templates, guides and checklists.

3) External counsel & coordination:

• Assist in briefing, appointing and coordinating with external counsels.
• Proactively follow up on ongoing cases with advocates and legal officers to monitor progress.
• Liaise with law firms, statutory authorities, regulatory bodies and government departments.
• Coordinate with internal departments(HR, finance, procurement, operations, senior management)

4) Field work & administrative tasks:

• Conduct field work for case preparations, court appearances and liaising with various offices.
• Manage document formalities including possessing practical knowledge of stamping and execution process.
• Utilize strong PR and liaising skills to represent the companys interests effectively.

Qualification:

• LL.B from a recognized university.

Preferred work experience:

• 2-3 years in litigation.
• Preferable experience from corporate legal department or reputed law firm.

Language Proficiency:

• English, Hindi and Kannada(read and write) other regional languages are added advantage.