General Attorney Services

The U.S. Embassy New Delhi is seeking a contractor to provide general attorney services, including non-litigation legal services, to the U.S. Embassy New Delhi and U.S. Consulates in Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Kolkata. The contractor will provide legal advice, research, and written opinions on Indian law, as well as guidance on Mission India's legal status, privileges, and compliance. The contract will be for a base period of one year, with four option periods of one year each. The contractor must be licensed and in good standing to practice law in India, have at least 5 years of legal experience in India, and demonstrate expertise in Indian labor law, contract law, and regulatory compliance. Some key responsibilities of the contractor include: • Providing legal advice, research, and written opinions on Indian law • Guiding Mission India on its legal status, privileges, and compliance • Assisting with regulatory compliance • Drafting and reviewing legal documents • Participating in meetings as requested • Providing transaction support and other non-litigation legal services as directed