Legal Job: Associate – Litigation & Arbitration at CNM Law, South Delhi: Apply Now

CNM Law is inviting applications for the position of Associate – Litigation & Arbitration for its office in South Delhi. The firm is looking to hire one Associate with 0–2 years of Post Qualification Experience (PQE). Fresh law graduates with strong internships and demonstrable legal drafting and research skills are also encouraged to apply. This opportunity offers hands-on exposure to high-stakes litigation and arbitration matters before the Supreme Court of India, the High Court of Delhi, and various tribunals, making it an excellent choice for candidates seeking to build a long-term career in litigation and dispute resolution.

About CNM Law

CNM Law is a litigation-focused legal practice based in South Delhi, handling a diverse range of disputes before some of India’s leading judicial and quasi-judicial forums. The office regularly represents clients in civil writ petitions before the High Court of Delhi, civil and criminal appeals and special leave petitions before the Supreme Court of India, arbitration proceedings, civil and commercial suits, labour disputes, company law matters before the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), proceedings before the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), and other civil, commercial, and regulatory matters. The practice provides young lawyers with meaningful courtroom exposure, extensive drafting experience, and the opportunity to work closely on complex litigation strategy.

About the Associate – Litigation & Arbitration Position

The Associate will play an active role in litigation and arbitration matters from research and drafting to court appearances and client interactions. The position requires candidates who are comfortable handling demanding legal work, preparing detailed pleadings, conducting extensive legal research, and assisting in strategy development for ongoing matters. Working directly on cases before multiple courts and tribunals, the selected candidate will gain practical experience across several areas of civil, commercial, constitutional, labour, and arbitration law while working in a fast-paced litigation practice.

Work

The selected Associate will be responsible for supporting litigation and arbitration matters at every stage of proceedings. The work includes drafting legal documents, conducting legal research, assisting with hearings, and coordinating with clients as well as senior counsel.

Responsibilities include:

• Drafting plaints, written statements, writ petitions, applications, replies, counter affidavits, statements of claim, statements of defence, counter-claims, rejoinders, and other pleadings.
• Drafting and vetting settlement agreements, consent terms, legal notices, and replies to legal notices.
• Preparing legal opinions, written submissions, case notes, and briefing notes.
• Conducting client conferences and assisting in litigation strategy.
• Appearing and assisting before the Supreme Court of India, the High Court of Delhi, Trial Courts, Arbitral Tribunals, NCLT, CAT, Labour Courts, and other quasi-judicial authorities.
• Conducting detailed legal research on complex legal issues.
• Assisting in preparing matters for hearings, conferences, and evidence.

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Eligibility

Candidates should have 0–2 years of Post Qualification Experience (PQE). Fresh law graduates with strong internships and proven drafting and research abilities are also welcome to apply.

Applicants should possess:

• Strong legal research and drafting skills.
• A sound understanding of the Indian Contract Act, the Code of Civil Procedure, civil and commercial laws, and arbitration law.
• The ability to independently research legal propositions and prepare pleadings.
• A genuine interest in building a long-term career in litigation and dispute resolution.

Candidates with prior experience in litigation, arbitration, or chamber practice will be preferred.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should email their CV to office@cnmlaw.in with the subject line:

Application for Associate – [Date of Availability]

Applicants should preferably attach one drafting sample and one research or writing sample with their application. They should also mention their current location, date of availability or joining, and Post Qualification Experience (PQE) in the email.