Associate - International Legal Services

Water & Shark Legal is looking to hire associates. Founded in Mumbai, Water & Shark (“W&S”) has evolved into an award-winning international professional services firm with a strong multi-jurisdictional presence with presence in over 13 countries. Our multidisciplinary team delivers bespoke legal, tax, assurance, and strategic advisory solutions across borders with particular focus on cross-border structuring, international corporate transactions, global tax strategy, offshore advisory, family office establishment, and wealth and business structuring solutions. W&S is widely recognized for providing technically rigorous, and commercially astute counsel across complex, multi-country mandates.We work with family offices, high-net-worth individuals, multinational corporations, and sovereign-linked entities, and are globally known for our precision, discretion, and results-driven approach. Our clients include royal families, global entrepreneurs, corporations, and next-generation wealth creators who rely on its expertise to protect, structure, and grow their wealth and businesses.At W&S, people are central to success. W&S is united by a shared philosophy: delivering borderless solutions for a borderless world. Our teams operate at the intersection of law, tax, strategy, and global mobility, solving complex cross-jurisdictional challenges with clarity and confidence.W&S believes wealth is about continuity, protection, and purpose. By empowering global citizens to structure their assets and enterprises across jurisdictions where they can thrive, W&S creates lasting impact for clients—and meaningful, high-growth careers for professionals.We are looking for dynamic candidate for our Ahmedabad office who is willing to apply his/her knowledge, skills, and experience to assist clients in meeting their business purpose across various jurisdictions.Position Title: Associate - International Legal Services Location: Ahmedabad, Gujarat Experience Level: 2-4 yearsEducation: Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) /Master of Laws(LLM)Job Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled corporate lawyer to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in private client practice which may inter-alia include estate planning, asset protection and a thorough understanding thereof. This role primarily involves research related to U.S. and other international jurisdictions, with a strong emphasis on wealth structuring for high-net-worth individuals and families.The ideal candidate will possess excellent legal interpretation skills, research and communication skills. Key Responsibilities:The key responsibilities may inter alia include: Conduct in-depth legal research on international estate planning, asset protection, and wealth structuring with a primary focus on international laws particularly U.S. law. Analyse and interpret corporate laws and their interaction with trusts, foundations, and estate planning structures.Assist in designing and reviewing cross-border corporate and trust structures for clients.Prepare detailed research notes, draft legal memorandums, opinions and comparative analysis (with respect to jurisdictions and structures).Draft and review documentation related to trusts, estate planning instruments, corporate entities, and holding structures in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.Prepare high quality client facing content, presentations and research publications (specifically with respect to private client practice) in increase the data repository.Develop and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and understanding of their business needs.Stay updated on changes in relevant laws and regulations.Advise clients on regulatory compliance and best practices to mitigate legal risks.Work closely with other legal team members, external counsel, and business partners to ensure seamless execution of transactions.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide integrated legal solutions.Conduct legal research and analysis to support transactional work and provide strategic legal advice.Keep abreast of industry trends and developments to anticipate legal issues and provide proactive solutions.Qualifications:Degree in LL.B/LLM from a recognized university.2-4 years of PQE in private client practice or corporate transactional work.Strong understanding of estate planning and succession corporate law, or foreign exchange transitions transactions.Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.Proficiency in both written and spoken English.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.High level of integrity and professional ethics. Preferred Skills:Prior experience in a private client practice of a law firm (highly preferred). Background in estate planning and trust advisory.Exposure to international corporate structuring and cross border advisory work. Familiarity with U.S. estate planning, trust law or international tax concepts is a strong plus. What we offer:Competitive salary and benefits package.Professional development and career advancement opportunities.Exposure to global legal frameworks and high-value wealth structuring work.Continuous learning which will enable you to develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.Diverse and inclusive culture which will enable you to embrace who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.Application Process: Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter, and any relevant certifications to . Please include /"Associate-International Legal Services (Private Client Practice)/" in the subject line.

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