Senior Criminal Lawyer - LLB

This role is for 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:

1. Handle all criminal matters and litigations pan-India involving the company, group companies, employees, or senior management.

2. Represent the company (through lawyers/advocate) and associated parties in criminal courts at various levels.

3. Develop and implement legal strategies for criminal cases.

4. Interact and deal with police and other relevant authorities on behalf of the company.

5. Provide legal advice and guidance on criminal law matters to the company's management and employees.

6. Conduct legal research and stay updated on changes in criminal laws and procedures.

7. Prepare and review legal documents, including pleadings, briefs, and affidavits.

8. Coordinate with external counsels when required for criminal matters.

9. Assist in internal investigations related to potential criminal issues.

10. 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