Litigation Manager

Ashwin Sheth Group

Posted: 6 days ago
Openings: 10
Applicants: 0

Job Description

Manager / Senior Manager Litigation

Company: Ashwin Sheth Group
Department: Legal & Regulatory
Industry: Real Estate
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
Experience: 8+ Years
Role Category: Legal & Regulatory – Litigation
Education: LLB – Bachelor of Laws in Any Specialization; LLM preferred

Role Overview

Ashwin Sheth Group is looking for an experienced and strategic Manager / Senior Manager – Litigation to manage and oversee the organization's litigation portfolio, with a strong focus on real estate and RERA-related matters. The role will be responsible for developing litigation strategies, managing in-house legal matters, coordinating with external counsel and Senior Counsels, and providing strategic legal advice to the leadership team.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

1. Litigation Management

Manage and oversee end-to-end litigation matters, including civil, criminal, regulatory and commercial disputes.
Handle in-house litigation matters and represent the organization before various courts, tribunals and forums.
Manage matters before RERA, NCLT, NCLAT, High Court, City Civil Court, Small Causes Court and other relevant courts/forums.
Develop and implement effective litigation strategies to protect the organization's legal and commercial interests.
Handle pre-litigation disputes, negotiations and settlements to minimize legal exposure and business risks.
Monitor case progress, hearings, legal deadlines and ensure timely action on all matters.

2. RERA & Real Estate Litigation

Handle end-to-end RERA matters, including drafting replies, written submissions, applications, appeals and other legal documents.
Appear before RERA authorities and handle arguments and hearings independently or in coordination with external counsel.
Provide legal guidance on real estate-related disputes, customer claims, regulatory matters and project-related litigation.
Manage appeals and related proceedings before higher forums, wherever applicable.

3. Court Representation & Legal Strategy

Represent the organization before courts, tribunals, arbitrations and other legal forums, as required.
Draft and review pleadings, petitions, written statements, replies, affidavits, applications, appeals and legal notices.
Brief and coordinate with Senior Counsels and external advocates on high-value and high-stakes litigation matters.
Develop litigation strategies in consultation with management and external legal advisors.
Ensure effective preparation of matters, documentation and case briefs before hearings.

4. Legal Advisory & Risk Management

Provide strategic legal advice to senior management and business teams on litigation risks and potential disputes.
Assess legal exposure and recommend appropriate risk mitigation measures.
Ensure litigation strategies are aligned with the organization's business objectives.
Identify potential legal risks and advise stakeholders on preventive measures.
Prepare legal risk reports and litigation updates for the Board and Leadership Team.

5. Contractual & Commercial Disputes

Review, analyze and manage disputes arising from contracts, agreements, vendor partnerships and commercial arrangements.
Support resolution of contractual disputes through negotiation, mediation, arbitration or litigation.
Advise business teams on contractual risks and dispute-resolution mechanisms.

6. Compliance & Regulatory Matters

Ensure adherence to applicable statutory, regulatory and legal requirements.
Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations impacting the real estate business.
Develop and recommend policies, processes and preventive measures to minimize litigation and legal risks.
Work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure legal and regulatory compliance.

7. Reporting & Documentation

Maintain an updated database and tracker of all litigation and legal matters.
Prepare regular litigation MIS, case status reports, risk reports and management updates.
Track case outcomes, financial exposure, legal costs and important litigation milestones.
Ensure proper maintenance of case files, pleadings, orders, judgments and other legal documentation.

Preferred Candidate Profile

Required Skills

Strong knowledge of Civil, Criminal, Corporate and Real Estate Laws.
Strong expertise in RERA litigation and regulatory matters.
Sound understanding of NCLT, NCLAT, High Court, City Civil and Small Causes Court proceedings.
Excellent legal drafting, research, negotiation and oral advocacy skills.
Strong litigation strategy and case-management capabilities.
Ability to manage multiple complex matters simultaneously and work effectively under pressure.
Strong stakeholder-management and communication skills.
Proven ability to lead and mentor a legal team.
Ability to work independently while effectively coordinating with Senior Counsels and external legal advisors.

Preferred Experience & Attributes

8+ years of relevant litigation experience, preferably in the real estate sector.
Experience handling complex, high-value and high-stakes litigation matters.
Experience with a combination of reputed law firms and real estate developer organizations will be preferred.
Strong experience in handling RERA matters independently.
Good understanding of industry-specific regulations and real estate legal frameworks.
Established professional network with Senior Counsels, advocates and legal professionals will be an advantage.
Strong commercial understanding with the ability to balance legal risk with business objectives.

Key Areas of Expertise