Job Description

To assist with formulating legal strategies and coordinating PETA India litigation at various forums, including in cooperation with external counsel To ensure that PETA India staff members are operating with sound knowledge of the law and using the strongest legal arguments to advance and meet our objectives To prepare casework against individuals or organisations responsible for cruelty to animals

Term of Employment:

Full-time Retainership Contract

Reports to:

Associate General Counsel

Location:

Delhi

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

Draft in-house legal documents and pleadings Conduct legal research for ongoing and proposed litigation Manage in-house litigations and coordinate with external counsel, as assigned Ensure regular, timely reporting on the progress of litigation to the supervisor Assist with and, when required, lead PETA India's litigation to advance animal protection under the law, including by coordinating with external counsel and appearing in court Under supervision, identify and manage relations with external legal counsel on various matters Prepare and send legal notices to individuals and organisations breaking animal-protection laws Assist in exercising due diligence, including by maintaining clear records of correspondence and court-related documents Ensure that the organisation's work conforms with legal requirements Meet with external counsel and others, as required by individual cases and as requested Write letters to and meet with law-enforcement officials in order to persuade them to act in cases of cruelty to animals Draft and coordinate official letters, Right to Information Act requests, reports, and other documents as needed Ensure PETA India staff members are operating with sound knowledge of the law and using the strongest legal arguments to advance and meet our objectives Conduct media interviews, including on camera, and carry out other public speaking engagements about specific cases as well as PETA India's policy advocacy work and campaigns Provide campaigners, researchers, investigators, and caseworkers with legal support Research, interpret, and apply pertinent central government and state statutes, regulations, and case law Report on weekly developments in all significant matters as well as future courses of action and related deadlines Monitor issues and cases for potential legal action Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in law (LLB) from a university recognised by the Bar Council of India Two to three years of litigation experience preferred Trial court experience and sound knowledge of criminal law a plus Good standing to practise law Preferred experience in animal rights law or a related field Awareness of animal rights issues and PETA campaigns Proven excellent legal research and writing skills Proven excellent strategic thinking and analytical skills Proven ability to handle multiple tasks within strict time constraints Willingness to travel for PETA litigation Fluent in English, both spoken and written Knowledge of at least one Indian language Knowledge of regional languages (apart from Hindi) a plus
Professional appearance and adnce to a healthy vegan lifestyle Support for PETA's philosophy and the ability to advocate for our positions on issues in a professional manner Commitment to the objectives of the organisation

How to Apply:

To apply for a position with People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India,







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