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<div><p><b>Position Objective:</b></p>
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To advance the legal efforts of PETA India&rsquo;s Cruelty Response Team (CRT) including to pursue criminal action in response to crimes against animals through various means.</p>
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Term of Employment:</b></p>
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Full-time Retainership Contract</p>
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Work Schedule:</b></p>
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Weekdays with evening and weekend work w required</p>
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Reports To:</b></p>
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Legal Advisor and Director of Cruelty Response</p>
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Location:</b></p>
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Mumbai or Delhi</p>
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Primary Responsibilities and Duties:</b></p>
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<li>Monitor the progress of trials in relation to First Information Reports (FIRs) or Preliminary Offense Reports (PORs) handled by CRT</li>
<li>File, monitor and pursue or defend cases/petitions/applications for rescue and rehabilitation of animals through courts, including through engagement of external legal counsel</li>
<li>Conduct legal research for ongoing and proposed litigation pertaining to FIRs and PORs</li>
<li>Advise on legal provisions and applicable charges to be invoked in cases involving crimes against animals</li>
<li>Recruit, assess and collaborate with external local counsels and liaise with public prosecutors to ensure effective progress in cases involving crimes against animals</li>
<li>Travel to various locations as required and often on short notice to manage court-related responsibilities</li>
<li>Maintain comprehensive and organised records of legal documents, including petitions, court orders, and bonds</li>
<li>Professionally represent PETA India in court, to external counsels, police, government officials, the public, media and all other stakeholders</li>
<li>Meet with law-enforcement and government officials in order to persuade them to act to the greatest extent of the law in cases of cruelty to animals</li>
<li>Draft and coordinate or review official letters, Right to Information Act requests, reports, news releases and other documents as needed to ensure sound legal arguments</li>
<li>Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor</li>
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<p><b>Qualifications:</b></p>
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<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law (LLB) from a university recognised by the Bar Council of India (BCI)</li>
<li>Minimum three years of relevant experience with at least two years criminal law or litigation experience preferred</li>
<li>Trial court experience and sound knowledge of criminal laws</li>
<li>Good standing to practice law</li>
<li>Preferred experience in animal rights law or a related field</li>
<li>Thoroughly knowledge of animal rights issues and PETA India campaigns</li>
<li>Ability to collaborate and work seamlessly with other departments such as Policy, Legal and Investigations, as needed</li>
<li>Proficiency in using computers and legal research tools</li>
<li>Fluency in Hindi and English; knowledge of additional Indian languages is an asset</li>
<li>Exceptional organisational and time management skills, with the ability to multitask effectivel</li>
<li>Excellent oral and written communication skills</li>
<li>Strong commitment to supporting law enforcement efforts, advancing legal protections for animals, and actively contributing to the prevention of cruelty to animals</li>
<li>Compassionate, responsible, and self-driven character</li>
<li>Outgoing and personable manners with excellent communication skills</li>
Ad<li>nce to a vegan lifestyle</li>
<li>Willingness and ability to travel independently for police and court-related responsibilities</li>
<li>Supportive position <i>vis-&agrave;-vis</i> PETA India&rsquo;s philosophy and the ability to advocate for the group&rsquo;s positions on issues in a professional manner</li>
<li>Commitment to the objectives and mission of PETA India</li>
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<p><b>How to Apply:</b></p>
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To apply for a position with PETA India, please complete <b>this form</b>.</p><br>
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Legal Associate, Cruelty Response

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Legal Associate, Cruelty Response