Manager

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

Litigation Management | RERA | Civil Litigation | Criminal Matters | NCLT | NCLAT | High Court | City Civil Court | Small Causes Court | Arbitration | Real Estate Litigation | Corporate Legal | Contractual Disputes | Legal Risk Management | Court Representation | Legal Drafting | Senior Counsel Coordination | Team Leadership