Junior Legal Associate

Dreamaerospace Technologies Pvt. Ltd. · Kanpur, India

We are looking for a Junior Legal Associate with a strong core understanding of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) and working knowledge of corporate and commercial legal matters . The candidate will assist in handling IP-related matters while also supporting the legal team on corporate, contractual, compliance, and general legal assignments.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle and assist with Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) matters , which will be the primary area of responsibility.
  

• Conduct legal research and provide support on trademarks, copyrights, patents, designs, licensing, assignments, and IP protection .
  

• Assist with trademark/IP searches, filings, renewals, objections, oppositions, and related documentation.
  

• Draft, review, and assist in negotiating commercial and IP-related agreements, including:
  

  • NDAs
    

  • Service Agreements
    

  • Licensing Agreements
    

  • IP Assignment Agreements
    

  • Vendor/Client Agreements
    

  • Consultancy Agreements
    

  • Other commercial contracts
    

• Provide legal support on corporate matters , including basic corporate compliances, documentation, and Companies Act-related matters.
  

• Assist in reviewing corporate and commercial contracts and identifying legal risks.
  

• Support due diligence and preparation/review of corporate and legal documents.
  

• Draft legal notices, replies, opinions, letters, and other legal correspondence under supervision.
  

• Coordinate with external counsel, consultants, government authorities, and other stakeholders.
  

• Maintain legal records, contract databases, and IP documentation.
  

• Keep track of relevant developments in IP, corporate, and commercial laws .
  

Requirements

• LL.B./B.A. LL.B./B.B.A. LL.B. from a recognized institution.
  

• 0–2 years of relevant experience; freshers with relevant internships may also apply.
  

• Good working knowledge of:
  

  • Intellectual Property Laws
    

  • Corporate/Company Law
    

  • Contract Law
    

  • Commercial Agreements
    

  • Basic regulatory and compliance matters
    

• Strong legal research, drafting, and analytical skills.
  

• Good written and verbal communication skills.
  

• Proficiency in MS Office/Google Workspace.
  

• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
  

• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.
  

Preferred Skills

• Prior internship or work experience in IP, corporate/commercial law, or in-house legal teams .
  

• Familiarity with trademark and copyright filings and procedures .
  

• Understanding of contract review and risk identification.
  

• Ability to explain legal issues in clear, business-friendly language.
  

• Basic knowledge of legal databases and online legal research tools.