Legal Associate

Title:

Legal Associate

Location:

Juhu, Mumbai

Company:
Real Estate Developer

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Legal Associate with expertise in real estate documentation. The ideal candidate will have experience working in the real estate industry and possess a deep understanding of legal procedures, compliance requirements, and document preparation for real estate transactions. This role requires a proactive and organised individual who can handle multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring accuracy and adherence to legal standards.

Key Responsibilities:

- Draft, review, and finalise real estate documents.
- Conduct due diligence on properties, including title verification, identification of encumbrances, and legal compliance checks.
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and national real estate laws and regulations.
- Coordinate with external legal counsel, government authorities, and other stakeholders for registrations, approvals, and dispute resolution.
- Assist in negotiating terms and conditions of agreements with clients, vendors, and contractors.
- Maintain and organise legal records, contracts, and documentation for easy access and compliance audits.
- Provide legal advice and support to the management on property acquisitions, land-use regulations, and risk mitigation strategies.
- Monitor changes in real estate laws and regulations and ensure the company’s practices are up to date.
- Assist in managing disputes and litigation related to property matters, including preparing legal notices and responses.

Qualifications and Skills:

- LLB (Bachelor of Laws) from a recognised university.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in real estate documentation, preferably with a real estate developer, law firm, or consultancy.
- Strong knowledge of property laws, RERA, contract laws, and other relevant regulations.
- Excellent drafting and negotiation skills with attention to detail.
- Familiarity with legal processes related to property transactions, registrations, and approvals.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with clients, government officials, and internal teams.
- Proficiency in MS Office and legal research tools.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work independently.
- Fluency in English and Marathi is preferred.