The National Law University, Delhi (‘University’) through Project 39A is seeking to engage, on a contractual basis, one Associate (Litigation), for a full-time position at its campus in Dwarka, New Delhi.

About NLU Delhi

National Law University, Delhi is one of the National Law Universities in India, situated in Sector-14 of Dwarka, Delhi. It offers courses at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

About the Opportunity

The National Law University, Delhi (‘University’) through Project 39A is seeking to engage, on a
contractual basis, one Associate (Litigation), for a full-time position 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 Associate 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. They undertake litigation, research, and communications relating to forensics, torture, legal aid, mental health, and the death penalty.

Roles & 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, and 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.

Eligibility

  • 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 preferred.
  • The ability to read/ write/ speak different Indian languages will be preferred but is not mandatory.
  • This is a full-time position based in Delhi.

Compensation

  • The compensation will be commensurate with experience.

Location

  • New Delhi.

Important Dates

  • Applications must reach them no later than November 26, 2023, after which the applications will not be accepted.
  • Shortlisted candidates will be informed by November 30, 2023.
  • In-person interviews will be held between December 9, 2023, and December 10, 2023. Shortlisted candidates may be required to participate in further selection rounds if considered necessary.

How to Apply?

  • CLICK HERE FOR THE OFFICIAL NOTIFICATION AND APPLICATION.
  • 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 provided at the end of the post.

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