Associate Lawyer
Organising Institution / Firm
Surana & Surana International Attorneys India
Quick Verified Facts
๐ Deadline
Rolling Basis (Official)
๐ Mode / Location
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
๐ฐ Stipend / Pay
Competitive pay, linked to performance
๐ Eligibility
Lawyers with 0โ3 years of post-qualification experience or final-year LL.B. students graduating in 2027 (outstanding candidates receive PPOs).
๐ก๏ธ Category
Law Firm Job
Full Opportunity Brief
Contextual Overview
Surana & Surana International Attorneys India is hiring an Associate Lawyer to work directly out of the Office of the Managing Partner in Chennai. This unique role places the candidate alongside the Managing Partner & CEO from day one, offering exposure to diverse legal matters across corporate, real estate, disputes, IP, and white-collar practices, as well as firm-building projects including strategy, operations, technology, and AI workflows.
Key Eligibility Criteria
- Experience: Lawyers with 0โ3 years of post-qualification experience, OR final-year LL.B. students graduating in 2027 (outstanding candidates will receive pre-placement offers).
- Skills: Deep understanding of legal concepts, fluent English communication, proficiency with AI research and drafting tools, ability to execute deliverables with minimal supervision, and commercial curiosity about running a law firm as a business.
Responsibilities & Scope of Work
- Research, analyze, and draft opinions, memos, contracts, pleadings, and notices across multiple core practice areas.
- Run legal matters from inception to completion with increasing autonomy.
- Utilize AI research and drafting tools daily, critically checking all outputs with sound legal judgment.
- Build internal precedents, templates, playbooks, and AI workflows for the firm.
- Collaborate directly with the Managing Partner on strategic, operational, technological, and business development initiatives.
Stipend, Compensation & Mode
Compensation: Competitive pay, linked to performance.
Mode: Full-time, In-office (Chennai).
Application Procedure & Required Documents
- Draft an email making your case in 150 words: explain why you are the most suitable person for this role.
- Attach your comprehensive CV/resume.
- Send your application via email to vidya@lawindia.com and copy (CC) vs@lawindia.com.
- Use the exact subject line: Associate โ Office of the MP.
Official Notification & Contact Information
- Official Notification: LinkedIn Job Post
- Primary Contact Email: vidya@lawindia.com
- Secondary Contact Email: vs@lawindia.com