JOB POST: Associate (Litigation) for Project 39A at NLU Delhi [2 Vacancies]: Apply by Aug 18

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The National Law University, Delhi (‘University’) through Project 39A is seeking to engage, on a contractual basis, two Associates (Litigation) at its campus in Dwarka, New Delhi. The contract will be for one year initially and can be extended on an annual basis at the discretion of the University. The Associates will be responsible for working on cases being handled by Project 39A, primarily concerning prisoners sentenced to death.

About Project 39A

Project 39A draws inspiration from Article 39-A in the Indian Constitution on equal justice and signals the broadening of our work on the criminal justice system in India. We undertake litigation, research and communications relating to forensics, torture, legal aid, mental health and death penalty.

Eligibility

• A. Graduate with an LLB degree and enrolment with any State Bar Council.
• Those with full-time criminal litigation experience of two years or more at the appellate stage will be given preference.
• Ability to read/ write/ speak different Indian languages will be preferred but is not mandatory.
• This is a full-time position based in Delhi.

Responsibilities

• Draft criminal appeals, review petitions, writ petitions, applications, rejoinders, mercy petitions and other legal documents.
• Brief and assist senior advocates and advocates on record.
• Devise legal strategy and arguments for cases handled by Project 39A and carry out related research.
• Visit prisons across India to conduct detailed interviews with prisoners sentenced to death, their families as part of developing legal strategy in particular cases.
• Regularly communicate with prison authorities to obtain case specific information and documents.
• Present the work of Project 39A at appropriate fora.
• Contribute to the research and strategic efforts at Project 39A as and when required.
• Organise training workshops and conferences.
• Any other work that may be necessary to further the aims of Project 39A.

How to Apply?

Interested persons may send their résumé and a statement of purpose, explaining their interest in representing prisoners sentenced to death and the contribution that they see themselves making through this position. The statement of purpose must not exceed 750 words. Applications and documents will be accepted only through the link at the end of the post.

Deadline

Applications must reach us no later than midnight of 18th August 2024, after which they will not be accepted. Interviews will be held thereafter; the date will be notified separately. Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to further selection rounds, if considered necessary.

Compensation

The compensation will be commensurate with experience.

Click here to apply.

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