Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Litigation Counsel to join our team at SFLC.in. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping legal strategies, contributing to the organization’s advocacy efforts, and providing leadership in matters related to technology law, human rights law, and intellectual property rights.
Responsibilities:
- Legal Research and Drafting: Conduct in-depth research on laws and policies in technology, human rights, and IPR laws.
- Draft court submissions, petitions, replies, applications, legal notices, and other legal documents with precision and attention to detail.
- Provide well-informed organizational viewpoints on legal matters.
- Publication and Advocacy : Contribute to the monthly publications on the SFLC.in’s website, including articles, opinion pieces, and other literature.
- Stay abreast of developments in privacy, data protection, free speech, net neutrality, and other relevant areas.
- Analyze and communicate legal perspectives on emerging issues.
- Case Studies and Analysis: Conduct research and case studies on laws related to Information Technology, Data Privacy, and Intellectual Property Rights.
- Collaborate with the team to develop insightful analyses on legal trends and implications.
- Collaboration and Leadership: Collaborate with internal teams, external partners, and stakeholders to further the organization’s mission.
- Provide leadership and mentorship to junior members of the legal team.
Qualifications:
- Law degree from a recognized institution.
- Minimum of 4 years of relevant legal experience, preferably in technology law, human rights law, or intellectual property law.
- Familiarity with the legal system and experience in appearing before various courts and tribunals.
- Excellent academic credentials and research skills.
- Familiarity with the Open Source Ecosystem.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Hindi.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary.
- Opportunity to lead and participate in SFLC.in’s events, training sessions, interactions, and projects.
- Association with SFLC.in beyond the term of formal affiliation.
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit the following documents to APPLY@SFLC.IN
- Resume or CV
- Statement of interest, highlighting:
- Interest in the Senior Litigation Counsel position.
- Passion for technology-policy laws and policies.
- Two Writing Samples.
- Two references
We are an equal-opportunity employer and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.
Deadline: May 10, 2025. 11:59 pm IST.
Note: Late and incomplete applications will not be considered.
At SFLC.in, we provide a nurturing and empowering atmosphere that values initiative, regardless of your age, gender, race, or caste. Our benefits include paid time off, a complimentary weekly meal, paid parental leave, a workplace that welcomes dogs, and the opportunity to effect global change.
As a highly collaborative team, our success in safeguarding digital freedoms relies on meaningful, in-person interactions. If you are an enthusiastic candidate, we invite you to join our dynamic environment.
For further inquiries, please reach out to:
Mamtaa Verma
Operations Lead, SFLC.in
Email: mamtaa@sflc.in
Tel: 011-43587126
