Samvād: Partners, one of India's premier full-service law firms, is seeking a talented and driven Lawyer / Associate to join its dynamic Disputes Team in Chennai. This is an exceptional opportunity for young legal professionals looking to work on high-stakes, high-quality disputes mandates in a highly collaborative and stimulating practice environment.
Role Highlights & Key Responsibilities
As an Associate in the Disputes practice, you will be deeply involved in end-to-end litigation and dispute resolution matters. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Conducting extensive legal research and case-law analysis across complex procedural and substantive law topics.
- Drafting high-quality pleadings, legal notices, petitions, affidavits, and key legal documentation.
- Assisting senior lawyers and partners in preparing case strategy and managing active disputes.
- Directly liaising with clients, providing regular updates, and managing assigned client matters.
- Taking full ownership of assigned legal mandates from inception through resolution.
Eligibility & Candidate Profile
- Experience: 1–3 years of Post-Qualification Experience (PQE) in dispute resolution/litigation.
- Language Requirement: Full proficiency in Tamil is mandatory due to local court and client requirements.
- Mindset: Genuine curiosity about law, disputes practice, and a strong eagerness to continuously learn and refine legal skills.
- Attributes: Demonstrated ability to take initiative, show ownership, and thrive within a fast-paced, collaborative team culture.
Why Join Samvād: Partners?
Samvād: Partners is widely recognized for its adherence to professional integrity, merit-based culture, and top-tier legal practice across corporate, regulatory, and dispute resolution domains. Working at the Chennai office will expose you to challenging dispute matters while allowing you to build a resilient foundation for your legal career.
Application Process
If you meet the eligibility criteria and are passionate about advancing your career in dispute resolution, submit your application via the official application form by clicking the apply button below.