Job Description

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# : Senior Criminal Lawyer- In-house
Location: Mumbai, India
Position Type: Full-time
About Us:
We are a leading financial services company in India. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Criminal Lawyer to join our legal team.
Job Overview:
We are looking for a seasoned Criminal Lawyer with 8-15 years of relevant experience to handle criminal litigations and matters for our company, group companies, employees, and senior management across India. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in criminal law, excellent courtroom experience, and the ability to interact effectively with law enforcement and other authorities.
Key Responsibilities: * Handle all criminal matters and litigations pan-India involving the company, group companies, employees, or senior management.

• Represent the company (through lawyers/advocate) and associated parties in criminal courts at various levels.
• Develop and implement legal strategies for criminal cases.
• Interact and deal with police and other relevant authorities on behalf of the company.
• Provide legal advice and guidance on criminal law matters to the company's management and employees.
• Conduct legal research and stay updated on changes in criminal laws and procedures.
• Prepare and review legal documents, including pleadings, briefs, and affidavits.
• Coordinate with external counsels when required for criminal matters.
• Assist in internal investigations related to potential criminal issues.
• Provide training and awareness sessions on criminal law matters to relevant stakeholders within the organization.

Qualifications:

• LLB degree from a recognized university (essential)
• 8-15 years of relevant experience in handling criminal litigations in courts
• Active bar council registration and license to practice law in India
• Strong knowledge of Indian criminal laws, procedures, and the judicial system
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Hindi (knowledge of other Indian languages is a plus)
• Proven track record of successfully handling complex criminal cases

Preferred Qualifications:

• Practicing advocate with experience in corporate criminal matters
• Experience in white-collar crimes, economic offenses, and corporate fraud cases
• Familiarity with laws and regulations relevant to the financial services industry

Work Environment:
- Base location: Mumbai
- Willing to travel across India as required for court appearances and case management