JOB OPPORTUNITY AT 52 GATES LEGAL
52 Gates Legal is inviting applications for the position of Legal Trainee at its Hyderabad office. With an international legal consulting presence in Londonthe firm is building a dedicated Indian legal team to support a growing caseload in commercial, civil, and criminal law across jurisdictions.
About the Opportunity
This opportunity is ideal for law graduates or final-year students looking to build a strong foundation in legal practice. Trainees will be working closely with senior lawyers on matters involving contract drafting, regulatory advisory, litigation, and client representation.
Position
- Role: Legal Trainee – Commercial Contracts & Regulatory Advisory / Civil & Criminal Litigation
- Location: Hyderabad
- Experience: Fresher (Law Graduate)
- Joining: Immediate
Eligibility Criteria
- Law graduate (or final-year law student, if highly competent)
- Strong legal research and drafting skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Prior internship experience in commercial law or litigation is preferred
Responsibilities
- Drafting and reviewing commercial contracts (MSAs, NDAs, Licensing Agreements, etc.)
- Conducting legal research and preparing regulatory and policy opinions
- Assisting in civil and criminal litigation – including case briefs, drafting pleadings, and filing documents
- Attending court proceedings and client meetings
- Supporting senior lawyers in advisory, compliance, and litigation tasks
Application Process
Interested candidates may send their CV along with a brief cover letter to:
careers@52gateslegal.com.