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Fox Mandal & Associates Hiring: Associate (Disputes) & Senior Associate (Corporate) – Pune

Fox and Mandal Associates hiring for post of Senior Associate and Associate in Pune

Fox Mandal & Associates, one of India’s oldest and most prestigious (highest paying ) premier full-service law firms, is expanding its team in Western India. Known for its 125+ years of legal legacy and a robust pan-India presence, the firm is inviting applications for its Pune office from dynamic, growth-oriented legal professionals.

Openings are available for qualified advocates across two distinct practice teams: Dispute Resolution and General Corporate. Complete details regarding eligibility criteria, responsibilities, and application procedures are listed below.

🏢 Job Posting Overview

  • ⚖️ Law Firm: Fox Mandal & Associates
  • 📍 Location: Pune, Maharashtra (On-site)
  • 💼 Open Positions: Associate (Disputes) | Senior Associate (Corporate Commercial)
  • 🎓 Qualification: LLB / LLM from a reputed institution
  • ⏳ Experience (PQE): 1–2 Years (Associate) | Minimum 6 Years (Senior Associate)

⚖️ Position 1: Associate – Dispute Resolution Team

📌 Role Summary

The firm is looking for a qualified advocate with a strong legal acumen and a proactive attitude to join its established local dispute resolution practice base in Pune. The candidate will be expected to demonstrate complete ownership of matters and display top-tier legal research capabilities.

🛠️ Key Skills & Requirements

  • 📜 Bar Enrollment: Active membership with the State or Local Bar Association.
  • 🗣️ Language Proficiency: Working knowledge of the Marathi language is highly preferred, though not mandatory.
  • 🧠 Statutory Core: Solid foundational knowledge and hands-on experience dealing with the Civil Procedure Code (CPC), Consumer Law, Arbitration & Conciliation Act, Indian Contract Act, Limitation Act, and Registration Act.
  • 🔍 Competencies: Precision in handling multiple suit types (e.g., Suits for Recovery, Declaration, Possession, Injunction, and Specific Performance of Contract).

📋 Duties & Responsibilities

  • Drafting Excellence: Drafting and vetting critical legal documents, including pleadings, briefs, motions, memos, default notices, and replies.
  • Forum Representation: Attending court hearings and representing client interests before the NCLT, DRT, Civil Courts, and other judicial/quasi-judicial bodies.
  • ADR & Trials: Strategizing and participating actively in trial proceedings, mediation, and arbitration.
  • Thought Leadership: Contributing insightful legal content to the firm’s publications and engaging in pro-bono/CSR initiatives.

👔 Position 2: Senior Associate – Corporate Commercial Team

📌 Role Summary

This leadership-oriented, hands-on role is structured for a seasoned corporate attorney capable of leading commercial advisory pipelines, managing heavy transactional workflows, and mentoring a growing team of junior associates.

🛠️ Qualifications & Technical Expertise

  • Corporate Compliances: Strong command over handling advisory and routine matters pertaining to the Companies Act 2013, FEMA, SEBI guidelines, and NBFC regulatory frameworks for clients across diverse industries.
  • Transactional Mastery: Proven track record in structuring complex corporate transactions, domestic deals, joint ventures, and contract negotiations.
  • Added Advantage: Working familiarity with data protection frameworks, specifically the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023, the DPDP Rules 2025, and global standards like GDPR.

📋 Key Responsibilities

  • 📑 Transaction Management: Leading comprehensive due diligence exercises and driving end-to-end transactional workflows for M&A and PE/VC investments.
  • ✍️ Contract Negotiations: Independently drafting, reviewing, and leading negotiations for complex commercial agreements.
  • 💡 Client Relations: Acting as the primary legal point of contact for corporate accounts, advising on regulatory shifts, and transaction structuring.
  • 👥 Team Supervisions: Managing internal project timelines and overseeing the training and development of junior associates.

🚀 How to Apply

Eligible candidates who match the specific post-qualification experience (PQE) requirements can submit their applications directly via Fox Mandal’s official career channels.

📝 Application Instructions:

  1. Prepare Your Profile: Update your CV/Resume alongside a tailored Cover Letter mapping your specific exposure to either Litigation/Disputes or Corporate/M&A.
  2. Official Email ID: Applications can be directed to the firm’s dedicated recruitment desk at careeroptions@foxmandal.com.
  3. Subject Line Template: Application for [Position Name] - Pune Office - [Your Name] (e.g., Application for Associate (Disputes Team) – Pune Office – Amit Verma)

Application Link Associate – Dispute Resolution Team – LINK

Application Link Senior Associate – Senior Associate –LINK

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