Advocates – Bombay High Court (Pro Bono + Paid)

Application Deadline: 30th August 2025

Join the fight against large-scale MLM/Ponzi frauds.

STAB, a division of Strategy India, is inviting applications from experienced High Court practitioners to represent victims in a high-impact, multi-jurisdictional litigation effort against large-scale MLM/Ponzi schemes. This is a mission-driven engagement combining pro bono service with paid work, offering a unique opportunity to deliver justice at scale while working alongside top legal and enforcement teams.

About the Engagement

Nature of Work: Civil recovery, criminal case support, and comprehensive victim representation

Jurisdiction: High Court of Bombay and subordinate courts

Collaboration: Public Prosecutors, the officials of the Enforcement Directorate, Cyber Crime, Income Tax (Intelligence) and Economic Offences Wings (EOW).

Engagement Type: Hybrid (in-person and online)

Duration: Initial 3 months, with possibility of extension

Start: Immediate (within 15 days of selection)

Positions Open: Practising Advocates (High Court of Bombay)

Experience: 3–15 years

Specialisations (one or more)

  • Criminal Law
  • Civil Recovery/Execution
  • Banking & Finance Disputes
  • Financial Fraud & Corporate Crime
  • Consumer Protection
  • Securities/Investment-related matters
  • Class actions/mass torts (preferred)

Key Responsibilities

  1. Legal Advocacy  
    • Appear before the Bombay High Court and the subordinate courts.
    • File and argue recovery, attachment, and protection applications
    • Draft petitions, complaints, replies, affidavits, and written submissions
    • Lead legal strategy and coordinate case calendars.
  2. Prosecution Support
    • Assist Public Prosecutors in strengthening criminal cases.
    • Provide domain inputs on MLM Ponzi/money circulation mechanisms.
    • Facilitate faster prosecution through structured filings and evidence presentation.
  3. Victim Assistance
    • Guide victims on documentation, complaints, and affidavits
    • Consolidate claims and facilitate collective action.
    • Ensure proper representation across diverse victim cohorts.
  4. Investigative Collaboration (Hybrid)
    • Coordinate with EOW, Cyber Crime and other authorities.
    • Assist in evidence compilation, witness preparation, and chain-of-custody documentation.
    • Support asset tracking and recovery operations.

Essential Requirements

  • Valid enrolment with the Bar Council of Maharashtra & Goa
  • Certification to practice in the High Court of Bombay
  • Proven track record in financial crime/fraud matters
  • Strong advocacy, drafting, and research skills
  • Fluency in English, Hindi, and Marathi

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior experience in Ponzi/money circulation/MLM fraud cases
  • Background in banking/securities law and attachment/recovery procedures
  • Experience collaborating with law enforcement and regulators
  • Consumer protection litigation and collective redress experience

Technical Skills

  • Proficiency with legal research platforms
  • Understanding of financial investigations and forensic workflows
  • Case management/document review tools familiarity
  • Substantial evidence, organisation, and analysis capabilities

Compensation

  • Monthly Fixed: ₹55,000–₹75,000 (role and experience-based)
  • Additional: High-profile case exposure, collaboration with renowned experts, and professional development

Application Process

  1. Required Documents
    • Detailed CV with case history
    • Bar Council enrolment certificate
    • High Court practice certificate
    • Academic transcripts/certifications (if any)
    • Two references from senior practitioners/judges
    • Sample legal drafts (briefs/petitions/applications/submissions) – (if any)
  2. Selection Stages
    • Document screening
    • Technical interview
    • Final interview with the board
    • Reference verification
  3. Compliance & Conditions
    • Confidentiality: Mandatory NDA on case materials
    • Conflict Check: Comprehensive conflicts screening required
    • Joining: Within 15 days of selection

Why Join This Mission?

  • Directly serve thousands of defrauded investors/ Victims of MLM frauds.
  • Shape jurisprudence in financial fraud and collective restitution.
  • Work at the intersection of litigation, enforcement, and policy.

How to Apply?

Email your complete application package with the subject line "Application – Bombay HC Advocate (MLM Fraud Matters)" before the deadline to: [email protected]

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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