Career as Associate/ Partner/ Colloborators
Carrying forward a legacy of integrity, justice, constitutional law, social cause and public interest.
Our office is led by the legacy of Adv. Lily Thomas, a trailblazer in Indian constitutional law. We maintain a strong presence before the Supreme Court of India, High Courts, and Tribunals, and are committed to responsible, rights-based legal advocacy.
We welcome lawyers who share our vision for integrity, justice, and professional excellence. If interested, please read further:
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1. Legal Associates
We invite dynamic, committed, and capable lawyers to be part of our legal practice grounded in constitutional values, human rights, and strategic litigation. As a Legal Associate at the office of Lily Thomas & Saju Jakob, you will be part of a team that is passionate about public interest, complex litigation, and socially responsible legal advocacy. Our firm carries forward the legacy of the late Adv. Lily Thomas, one of India’s most respected and fearless legal minds.
Position: Legal Associate
Location: New Delhi
Practice Areas: Constitutional Law, Civil & Criminal Litigation, Human Rights, Commercial Matters, Family Law, Consumer Law, Regulatory & Administrative Law
About the Role
A Legal Associate at our office will play a vital role in end-to-end legal practice, including:
- Conducting comprehensive legal research on varied subjects.
- Drafting pleadings, writ petitions, suits, replies, legal notices, contracts, and legal opinions.
- Assisting in the preparation of briefs and case files for Senior Advocates.
- Appearing and arguing matters before the Supreme Court of India, High Court of Delhi, and District Courts across Delhi-NCR.
- Representing the office in proceedings before Tribunals and Commissions such as Consumer Forums, CAT, DRT, etc.
- Collaborating on writing for legal publications, articles, blogs, and contributing to research papers and books.
- Engaging with clients and maintaining regular case updates and communication.
Qualifications
We’re looking for candidates who meet the following criteria:
- Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) or equivalent degree from a recognized university.
- Must be enrolled with a Bar Council in India and eligible to practice in courts.
- 3–5 years of post-qualification legal experience.
(Candidates who have completed a long-term internship with our office may be considered with lesser experience, subject to availability of vacancy.) - Demonstrated expertise in legal research, drafting, and oral advocacy.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Proficiency in using legal databases such as SCC Online, Manupatra, etc.
- Commitment to ethical legal practice, discipline, and team collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
- Appear in court for effective representation in a range of matters.
- Assist in drafting and vetting of documents and litigation material.
- Prepare case summaries, compile judgments, and conduct legal analysis.
- Support senior counsels in strategizing complex litigation matters.
- Engage in drafting contributions for legal publications, firm updates, and academic works
How to Apply
If you meet the qualifications and are passionate about law, we encourage you to apply by filling up the form.
Click here to apply for the position of Legal Associate
(Attach your CV, Cover Letter, and writing sample or past drafted work)
You can also send your CV through career@lilythomas.org
Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for 2 rounds of interviews and the preparation of a writ or special leave petition or a suit or an interlocutory application.
2 Collaborators & Partners at High Courts – Pan India Practice Expansion
As part of our mission to strengthen access to justice across India, Lily Thomas & Saju Jakob, Advocates & Solicitors is actively seeking to build a reliable and values-driven network of legal collaborators, associates, and partner advocates in key cities and High Court jurisdictions.
We invite experienced lawyers and boutique law offices with proven litigation experience to collaborate with us on a case-to-case or long-term basis.
Target Locations
We are presently inviting expressions of interest from advocates/law firms based in:
- Madurai
- Chennai
- Mumbai
- Ahmedabad
- Panaji (Goa)
- Kolkata (Calcutta)
- Allahabad (Prayagraj)
- Chandigarh
- Patna
- Jaipur
- Jodhpur
And all other cities with Principal Benches of High Courts in India.
Eligibility Criteria
Collaborating advocates must meet the following criteria:
- Bachelor’s degree in Law (LL.B) and enrollment with the relevant Bar Council.
- Minimum 3–5 years of litigation experience before the High Court and subordinate courts.
- Proven experience in constitutional law, civil litigation, criminal defence, or public interest matters.
- Strong research and drafting skills.
- Ethical practice record, professional discipline, and ability to collaborate remotely with central teams.
- Familiarity with court procedures, e-filing systems, and local registry requirements.
Areas of Practice
We are particularly interested in collaborators working in:
- Constitutional and Writ Matters
- Public Interest Litigation (PIL)
- Civil & Criminal Appeals
- Human Rights & Minority Rights Cases
- Consumer & Regulatory Litigation
- Service Matters and Employment Law
- Land & Property Disputes
- Family Law and Women’s Rights
How to Partner With Us
If you are interested in collaborating with our firm, please email us at:
advsajujakob@lilythomas.org
Subject: “Application for Collaboration – [City Name]”
Kindly attach your:
- Resume / Firm Profile/ Copy of the Certificates
- Bar Enrollment Certificate
- Recent sample pleadings or judgments
- Areas of interest and working languages
- Court locations covered regularly
3.Invitation for Strategic Legal Collaborators – District Court Level Across India for our nationwide network of legal professionals.
Join Our Nationwide Network of Legal Professionals-
At Lily Thomas & Saju Jakob, Advocates & Solicitors, we are expanding our pan-India presence and are actively inviting experienced lawyers and law offices with an established practice at the District Court level in various states and cities across India to collaborate with our legal office.
We are looking to build a trusted, professional, and responsive network of partner lawyers who share our commitment to justice, excellence, and ethical practice.
Who Can Apply
We are inviting applications from:
- Advocates and Law Offices with more than 5 years of regular practice in District & Sessions Courts.
- Lawyers with an active office or chamber in the respective city or district of practice.
- Advocates who are interested in long-term professional collaboration and able to take up matters referred by our Delhi Office.
We Are Looking For Partners In:
We welcome multiple partners per state, particularly in major and strategically important districts and cities, including but not limited to:
- Bangalore, Mysore, Mangalore (Karnataka)
- Chennai, Madurai, Coimbatore, Trichy (Tamil Nadu)
- Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Nashik, Aurangabad (Maharashtra)
- Ahmedabad, Surat, Rajkot, Vadodara (Gujarat)
- Kolkata, Siliguri, Asansol (West Bengal)
- Lucknow, Kanpur, Allahabad, Varanasi, Noida (Uttar Pradesh)
- Patna, Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Bhagalpur (Bihar)
- Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Kota (Rajasthan)
- Bhopal, Indore, Gwalior, Jabalpur (Madhya Pradesh)
- Hyderabad, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam (Telangana / Andhra Pradesh)
- Chandigarh, Amritsar, Ludhiana, Mohali (Punjab / Haryana)
- Dehradun, Haldwani, Nainital (Uttarakhand)
- Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Rourkela (Odisha)
- Panaji, Margao (Goa)
- Shillong, Guwahati, Imphal, Agartala (North East Region)
- And every other major district HQ in India.
Eligibility Criteria
- Minimum 5 years of continuous litigation experience before the District or Sessions Court.
- Must have an operational law office/chamber in the city of practice.
- Ability to coordinate, file, and represent matters on behalf of our clients.
- Proficiency in drafting pleadings, client communication, and attending hearings.
- Must be committed to professional integrity, timeliness, and responsive coordination.
Nature of Collaboration
- Case-by-case referrals, co-counsel opportunities, and document preparation.
- Joint filing and appearance in cases involving inter-state litigation or public interest matters.
- Collaborative legal research, drafting, and procedural support at the ground level.
- Opportunity to be part of landmark constitutional/public law litigation and advisory work.
Interested candidates/firms may send their applications to:
advsajujakob@lilythomas.org
Subject: “Application for District Court Collaboration – [City/State Name]”
Please include:
- Advocate’s Full Name / Law Firm Name
- Years of Practice & Enrollment Details
- Court(s) of Practice
4. International Legal Collaboration Opportunity- Private International Law
Let’s Build a Global Legal Community Rooted in Justice
Whether you are an independent barrister in London, a boutique litigation firm in Amsterdam, or a constitutional scholar in Paris or Stockholm — if you believe in meaningful, rights-based practice, we look forward to hearing from you.
Cross-Border Legal Synergy | Constitutional Values | Global Legal Partnerships
As a firm deeply committed to rights-based, ethical, and strategic litigation, Lily Thomas & Saju Jakob, Advocates & Solicitors, headquartered in New Delhi, is actively expanding its international partnerships with reputable law offices and legal professionals across Commonwealth and Civil Law countries.
We welcome international legal collaboration for cross-border legal matters, advisory support, and joint representation involving Indian and foreign jurisdictions.
Who Can Collaborate with Us
We invite applications from:
Commonwealth Jurisdictions:
- Lawyers / Law Offices qualified in:
- United Kingdom
- Canada
- Australia
- New Zealand
- South Africa
- Singapore
- Malaysia
- Sri Lanka, Kenya, Nigeria, etc.
Civil Law Jurisdictions (Non-Commonwealth):
- Qualified lawyers, notaries, or law firms in:
- Benelux countries: Belgium, Netherlands, Luxembourg
- Nordic countries: Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, Iceland
- France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Austria, Portugal, Switzerland, and other European jurisdictions
- Middle East (UAE, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain)
- Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, Chile)
- East Asia (Japan, South Korea, Taiwan)
- Israel, Turkey, Russia, etc.
Collaborators must be licensed to practice in their jurisdiction and possess sound legal experience, preferably with 5+ years in litigation, advisory, or regulatory practice.
Practice Areas of Mutual Interest
We welcome collaboration in areas including but not limited to:
- Cross-border civil and commercial disputes
- International Agreements, Commercial Agreements
- Public law & human rights litigation
- Immigration & asylum advisory
- Extradition & mutual legal assistance
- Family law (international custody / divorce / guardianship)
- Corporate, compliance, and regulatory advisory
- International arbitration & mediation
- Data protection and privacy law
- Technology & digital rights law
- Comparative constitutional law
Scope of Engagement
- Mutual case referrals and cross-border representation
- Co-counsel arrangements in India or in the foreign partner’s jurisdiction
- Legal research collaboration and policy advocacy
- Expert reports or testimonies in comparative law matters
- Joint training programs, publications, and academic/legal forums
- Local support for Indian nationals or businesses abroad, and vice versa
Fees & Billing Structure
- Fee arrangements will be transparent and case-specific, based on:
- Complexity of legal issue
- Jurisdictional requirements and time zones
- Fee norms in local bar or practice code
- Typical billing structures include:
- Fixed retainers
- Hourly or project-based fees
- Fee-sharing agreements (subject to ethical codes)
- Success-based incentives in eligible matters
How to Express Interest
Send your Expression of Interest (EOI) to:
privateinternationallaw@lilythomas.org
Subject: “International Legal Collaboration – [Country / Jurisdiction Name]”
Please attach:
- Law firm profile / Advocate’s CV
- Jurisdiction(s) of qualification
- Practice areas and court access
- Sample of past work or client references (optional)
- Professional website or LinkedIn profile
- Billing information or consultation structure (optional)
